YOU ARE THE HEART OF YOUR BUSINESS!

I know it sometimes feels easier to separate the two, but if you feel aligned with your "WHY" and your passion behind your business, these photos will help convey that story and connect you with the people and the customers who want to cheer you on!

Get creative! — trust Whatever "self care" looks like for you! these are just some of my faves.

If you have any inspiration photos or a Pinterest board that you'd like to share with me before your session, you can email them to me: brie@opalhour.com

wear SOMETHING THAT FEELS LIKE YOU.

I love the encouragement to, "Come as you are."

• How would a client/customer see you on an every day basis?
• What kind of clients/customers are you wanting to attract with these images?
• Most importantly, how do YOU want to feel in these images?
• What's going to help you feel the most comfortable, authentic, and on-brand?

WHAT TO WEAR:

• Wear your branding colors/colors that you feel good in.
• Wear colors that offer contrast with your skin tone & hair color. (I.e. If you have dark hair, wear a lighter top)
• Wear colors that will compliment and have contrast with your work environment.
• Examples:
• If your studio space is all black, lighter tones or colorful clothing would be a good option.
• If your space has a lot of patterns, a solid color will help you stand out against your belongings.
• If kitschy or maximalism is your thing, pattern-it-up and accessorize to the MAX.

I can work around your space. I would rather you feel like at home in the clothes you're wearing, over anything else.

WHAT NOT TO WEAR:

• Avoid small stripes or tight patterns (They can photograph a little wonky)
• Any items that promote hate, inequality, racism, cultural appropriation, sexism, etc. will quickly terminate your session. (I only work with individuals and businesses who are interested in providing a safe space for all.)

Again, these are suggestions! I'm not going to critique you on the cleanliness of your space, but it can make a difference in the flexibility of where we shoot and what details we capture.

I usually prefer to shoot with natural lighting, so if you have a favorite spot next to a window that would be a great place to stage for your photos.

I also want to capture you in any places that are you favorite spots or a regular spot that customers/clients can expect to see you when they come into your business.

STUDIO / OFFICE / WORKSPACE CHECKLIST

• Clean windows, mirrors, and reflective surfaces (This is my BIGGEST suggestion, if you can only do one thing this is it. And again, don't go over board. Just pick a few spots that you want to feature and we'll work with those areas.)
• Straighten rugs, furniture, nicknacks
• Hide cords that aren't in use
• Do a general tidying up and make sure that anything you don't want to be photographed is tucked away

THIS IS YOUR SPACE!

Thank you for being willing to share your space with me! I'm so excited to see where you create! Please feel free to play your favorite music -- if that's your jam! If you prefer peace and quiet, a fave tv show, or podcast on in the background, that's cool, too! Whatever is going to help you feel the most comfy!