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Portrait Session Client Prep Checklist

Client preparation checklist for professional portrait photography sessions.

What this tool does

Client preparation checklist for professional portrait photography sessions.

How to use

  1. Work down the list and tick each item as you finish it.
  2. Ticks are saved on this device, in your browser, so they are still there when you come back.

What this checklist covers

The list has 1 group and 14 items.

  • Portrait Session Client (14 items): Send session confirmation email to client; Discuss wardrobe options and color coordination; Share location details and parking information; Confirm hair and makeup arrangements; Review shot list and client preferences; Send prep tips for skin and rest before session; Coordinate props or personal items to bring; Discuss backdrop and lighting style preferences; Confirm number of outfit changes; Review any retouching preferences upfront; Share timeline and session duration; Discuss delivery format and turnaround time; Send weather contingency plan for outdoor sessions; Confirm payment or deposit status

Tip: Work through it before the session. Ticks are saved on this device.

Limitations

  • This is a general list and does not cover contracts, releases or the rules that apply to your business.
  • You can add your own items and remove ones you do not need, but you cannot reword an item or change the order.
  • Ticks are saved only in this browser on this device.

FAQs

Q: Is this written for the photographer or the client?
A: For the photographer. Each item is something the photographer sends, asks or confirms with the client before the session.
Q: Does it change for different photography styles?
A: No. It starts as the same list of 14 general items for every session. It does not ask about style or group size, so add your own items for those.
Q: Does it give a timeline for when to do each item?
A: No. The items are not dated or ordered by deadline. Decide your own schedule.
Q: Are my ticks saved?
A: Yes, in your browser on this device. They are not sent anywhere and do not follow you to another device or browser.

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