How to develop a portfolio

How to find the right photographer what needs to be in your portfolio what is a portfolio

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• the actual portfolio book
• professional standard book 9"-12" black in color
• with clear sleeves for photographs
• contact list of photograpehrs

1. call the photographers on your list
   you can compile a lists from calling local modeling agencies and talent agencies for the photographers that they work with, call local advertising agencies for referrals
   ask friends and family for referrals of photographers that have worked with or know have a good reputation
2. call photography studio
   set appointment
   show up for appointment on time
   you and the photographer will discuss what your needs are for your portfolio
   set time for photo shoot that works for both parties
3. going back to studio or location decided on at consultation with photographer
   doing photo shoot as discussed
   after photographers are taking and developed
   you will meet again with the photographer to discuss what photos should go into your portfolio
   you will be given a contact sheet for discussion with managers, or talent or modeling agencies to decided what is best if you have representation
   with each photo shoot or "test" you will add photographs to your portfolio

Tips & Warnings

• be on time for all consultations and photo shoots
• rest well before the shoot so that you are at your best
• make sure your comfortable with your body and skin before a shoot
• be sure to discuss and understand everything that will be involved in your shoot.
• Have Fun!
• make sure you have solid referrals on photographers who you choose to work with
• if you are under l8 go to studio with a parent or guardian
• if you are over l8 go to studio with a friend or family member
• make sure that what is involved in shoot is clearly explained to you
• shooting a portfolio is great fun just be careful and pay attention to who you are shooting with