How to prepare for a photoshoot
A photoshoot is not only the moment when the images are created, but also an experience that allows you to express yourself and discover your strength and beauty. In my work, I try to capture femininity in its most natural form: gentle, yet at the same time full of power.
To help you feel confident and comfortable during the session, I have prepared a few tips.
Find your vision in my portfolio
Before we meet for the photoshoot, I encourage you to take a look at my portfolio. There you will find photographs of other women who, just like you, decided to embrace this experience. Pay attention to the frames, styles, and colors. Think about how you would like to see yourself in them, what inspires you, and what emotions these images awaken in you.
In my work, I often suggest white, loose clothing that highlights naturalness. However, black and red work just as well and can add depth to the photographs. Natural makeup is also a beautiful choice.
The key is for the styling to reflect your personality and the way you would like to be seen. We create this together, which is why your ideas and expectations are very important to me.
Choosing your styling, what to wear for the session?
Before you come to the session, think about the outfits you would like to bring with you. As I mentioned before, white, black, and red often dominate my photographs, but do not feel limited to those colors. What matters most is your sense of comfort and authenticity.
Loose, airy fabrics work beautifully in the natural surroundings where I usually photograph, forests, meadows, clearings, sometimes a studio, or a chosen house or apartment, but if you have other ideas, share them with me. Together, we will match the styling to your personality, the mood of the session, and the setting. Remember that what you wear should not only look good in the photographs, but above all make you feel at ease and feminine.
Relax, this is our shared time
The best photographs are created when we are fully relaxed. A photoshoot is not an exam, nothing has to be perfect right away.
Images that carry real power are the result of a free and creative atmosphere. That is why during the session you do not need to rush or worry about the outcome, together we will find the right moment to capture what is best.
Look at your favorite photos
As part of preparing for the session, it is worth thinking about your favorite photographs. Maybe you have some pictures on your phone, Instagram, or in a photo album where you truly like the way you look. Take a closer look at which poses, angles, and emotions make you feel good. You can show me these photos before the session, they will be a valuable clue that helps me better understand how you would like to be portrayed. It will also help you notice what makes you feel confident.
How the session unfolds, naturalness above all
During the session, I focus on spontaneity and naturalness. My photographs are not the result of rigidly imposed poses or precise instructions. I create an atmosphere in which you can simply feel like yourself. I want you to have the freedom to move, express emotions, and respond to the surroundings.
I am here to help, but I do not direct every moment, because if I did, every session would look the same. The session is something we create together, and it matters to me that both of us are happy with the result. The most beautiful images are created when the model feels at ease and every gesture and movement comes from her natural self.
Comfort during the session
Sometimes I get asked whether someone close to you, a partner or a friend, can accompany you during the session.
Of course they can! Your comfort is my priority, so if having someone close by helps you feel more confident, they are more than welcome.
Granice sensualności – delikatność zamiast dosłowności
I photograph in a way that can be described as sensual, but not erotic.
My mission is to show the strength and delicacy of women in a coherent and natural way.
If you decide on more daring frames, we still remain within the boundaries of implied nudity, where a loose dress may subtly reveal the body, but everything is always in harmony with the story of the session and never excessive. My principle is that the photographs should be delicate, powerful, but never too explicit.
Props for a photoshoot: a wreath, bouquet, herbs, and other details that bring the frames to life
Having the right props during the session not only adds authenticity, but also makes posing easier and helps create an interesting, story-driven narrative in the photographs. With such accessories, it is easier to find a natural, relaxed pose and know what to do with your hands. Here are a few ideas for what you can bring to the session:
- A wreath of wildflowers or herbs – A wreath beautifully highlights your connection with nature and adds character to the styling. It can be the main element or just a subtle accent. It is best to prepare it shortly before the session so it does not delay the start of the shoot.
- A bouquet of wildflowers and herbs – A bouquet held in your hand adds a painterly quality to the photographs. You can create it from typical plants such as wild grasses, poppies, cornflowers, chamomile, or St. John’s wort. A bouquet also makes it much easier to position your hands naturally, you can gently rest them on the flowers or weave your fingers between the stems. Just like with the wreath, it is best to prepare it before the session so it does not delay the shooting.
- A sickle or a scythe – A beautiful reference to figures such as Południca or Marzanna. Using a sickle or a scythe adds strength and rawness to the images while also introducing an intriguing contrast. You can hold them delicately or make them a stronger accent, creating a more dramatic composition.
- A basket full of herbs and grains – A basket with natural plants such as sage, wormwood, or lavender helps build an extra layer of authenticity. You can hold it in your hands or place it beside you to create an interesting scene inspired by old rituals.
- A large clay jug or bowl – Clay vessels fit beautifully into a Slavic atmosphere and can also serve as a symbol of abundance. They can be used to hold herbs, flowers, or water, and a jug in your hands makes it easy to find a natural pose.
A photoshoot is a shared experience
It should be a pleasant and stress-free experience for you. Prepare yourself, relax, think about how you would like to see yourself, and remember that what we create will be the result of our shared work. Every session tells a different story, and your strength and natural beauty will be its main character.