Cameras don’t see the world the way we do. What feels normal in real life can look flat, distracting, or awkward on camera - and vice versa. After years behind the lens, we’ve started to spot patterns. Things that consistently work on camera, and things that don’t.

These are the tips I wish more people knew before their portrait shoot. The small things that make a real difference - how to prep, what to avoid, and what actually helps you feel confident on the day. It’s all based on years of shoots and patterns I’ve seen again and again. Follow most of it, and you’ll show up more relaxed, more ready, and more likely to enjoy the whole thing.