Photographs for Sorority Resume

[Elle09]

Originally Posted by ree-Xi

I personally wouldn't pay a few hundred bucks for a "head shot" just for your sorority resume (because that's what real head shots will cost you, but it's your choice and money. True heads hots (like what actors get done) are supposed to look like you on your best day. NOT super made, up, not posing, not with accessories. However, what most people think of when they want a head shot is something that makes them look "glamorous". I am not sure what your idea of a "head shot" is, but I am sharing my personal experience.

You can have someone take a nice snapshot of you, or if you have your mind set on getting shots done, consider the following:

- Look at photographers' websites to see the style of their work (or to get ideas if a friend is taking your picture). If you're spending the money, you might as well use a photographer who does work with actors.
-Take a look at what people wear, if the pics are done inside or outside, if the people in the pics look natural.
- Solid colors are better than patterns, color is better than black or white. Brighter colors are better than pastels, but it depends on your complexion coloring and hair color.
-No deep v-necks, no big collars. Keep your hair down and "natural" (versus a severe or hairsprayed style). The focus should be on your face.
- Practice smiling in the mirror. What connects people to your picture is what is going on in your eyes. When taking the picture, think of happy, fun things. It will show in your eyes. Like Tyra Banks says on America's Next Top Model, "smile with your eyes".
- Don't do any unnatural things with your body, like looking over your shoulder.

Like I said, you want the picture to look like the best version of you, because when you walk in the door, you should look like you do in the picture.

No matter where you go or who takes your pictures, keep that in mind.

I may get a friend to take one of me. I saw a few pictures online that gave me an idea of what I think it should look like:


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What do you think?
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[Munchkin03]

Originally Posted by Elle09

I may get a friend to take one of me. I saw a few pictures online that gave me an idea of what I think it should look like:

A lot of people have asked, but what is wrong with your senior pictures? They've already been printed out, hopefully show you at your best, and are the right size!

About three summers ago, I wrote 60+ recommendations for hometown girls, and they all submitted their senior photos. Some of them did the drapes, and some of them used other clothes. These were girls headed to SEC schools, Texas, A&M, and FSU.

So, again--why not just use those?

[Elle09]

Originally Posted by Munchkin03

A lot of people have asked, but what is wrong with your senior pictures? They've already been printed out, hopefully show you at your best, and are the right size!

About three summers ago, I wrote 60+ recommendations for hometown girls, and they all submitted their senior photos. Some of them did the drapes, and some of them used other clothes. These were girls headed to SEC schools, Texas, A&M, and FSU.

So, again--why not just use those?

I would if I had senior pictures. I graduated abroad and they didn't take senior pictures. Because of the deadline, I will try to find someone who can take a snapshot of me!

[Munchkin03]

Originally Posted by Elle09

I would if I had senior pictures. I graduated abroad and they didn't take senior pictures. Because of the deadline, I will try to find someone who can take a snapshot of me!

Wow, that sounds like fun!

Get on the pictures--really! As someone who ended up writing a ton of recs one summer, time is of the essence.

[Elle09]

Originally Posted by Munchkin03

Wow, that sounds like fun!

Get on the pictures--really! As someone who ended up writing a ton of recs one summer, time is of the essence.

I will try to get them taken today! Thank you so much!