Athlete Portraits

Session Guide

What to expect, what to bring, and how to feel ready for your portrait session.

Session Prep Checklist

A few small details can make a big difference. Use this as a quick guide before your portrait session.

Before You Arrive

✓Style hair how you want it photographed
✓Floss and check your teeth
✓Make sure nails are clean
✓Remove old wristbands or hair ties
✓Use a lint roller on dark clothing

What to Bring

✓Uniform or main outfit
✓Alternate jersey or second look
✓Warmup, school gear, or team gear
✓Brush, comb, or touch-up items
✓Water, towel, chapstick, and safety pins if needed

Meaningful Gear

✓Trophies or medals
✓Balls, bats, gloves, helmets, or sticks
✓Cleats, pads, or sport-specific gear
✓Anything tied to the athlete’s season or story
Portrait Style

The Look

Athlete portrait example
Athlete portrait example
Athlete portrait example
Session Details

What to Expect

We keep the session simple, guided, and focused on making the athlete feel comfortable.

You do not need to know how to pose. Show up prepared, bring the gear that matters, and we’ll guide the rest.
01

Guided Posing

We’ll guide posture, hands, angles, expressions, and small adjustments throughout the session.

02

Outfit Tips

Clean, fitted, and simple usually photographs best. Uniforms, warmups, letterman jackets, team gear, and neutral outfits are strong options.

03

Who Should Come

Keep the group small so the athlete can stay focused. A parent, guardian, or one supportive guest is completely fine.

04

Location & Timing

Please arrive a few minutes early and ready to begin. Good light can move quickly, especially outdoors.

05

After the Session

Final images will be edited and delivered through a digital gallery where you can view, download, and share your photos.

In the Frame

Athlete portrait example
Athlete portrait example
Athlete portrait example
One Last Thing

Have Fun With It

This is supposed to be fun. You do not need to show up with every pose planned or every idea figured out. Bring your personality, your ideas, and anything that feels like you. We’ll guide the rest.

Book a Session

Let’s Plan It

Tell us about the athlete, the sport, and the kind of portrait session you have in mind. We’ll follow up with availability, details, and the next steps.

Helpful Details to Send
✓ Athlete name
✓ Sport and school
✓ Preferred date range
✓ Any ideas you already have
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