Loved this image in the red dress and since www.rocktheshotforum.com is having a “red” image contest this month we thought it would be fun to enter it.

Look your best for your session, (and every day) with these simple tips and tricks!

 Hydrate – in the weeks before your session, be sure to drink plenty of water. If you’re feeling

thirsty you are already in the early stages of dehydration, which is not healthy and it can also

leave visible signs like dry, dull skin. It can also leave you feeling sluggish. So be sure to

drink at least eight glasses of water each day. If this seems like a drag, flavor a water bottle or

pitcher with slices of lemon, cucumber and mint leaves, or strawberries. This makes a fresh

pick-me-up that you can enjoy any time of day.

Rest – In today’s busy lifestyle, it’s hard to get a full eight hours of sleep. Whether you

are a busy senior, mother or mother-to-be, there’s always one more thing you

would like to squeeze in before you go to bed. But fatigue is not good for us emotionally or

physically. It can lead to stress and a variety of health problems. To ensure that you get the

proper amount of sleep each night, set an alarm on your phone for a half hour before you want

to go to bed. Create a little pre-bed ritual that you enjoy so you will want to wind down and get

to bed on time. Whether it’s a beauty routine, a few minutes of reading or prayer, listening

to your favorite band or a quiet walk, find a way to end your day peacefully and then climb into

bed for a full eight hours of rest. This will not only help you feel more energized, but you will

find that you look much more alert and revitalized.

Moisturize – Your skin loses moisture easily. In the winter the air is dryer and in the summer

you can lose it through sweating and spending time in the water. Be sure to moisturize after

you shower to keep your skin looking and feeling soft, firm and healthy. This might not seem important, but it can give you a nice glow

for your session, and every day.

Smile from Within – We have all seen pictures where the subject is “wearing” a smile. These

fake smiles don’t look right, and they can ruin an otherwise beautiful image. During your

session, and every day, when you are posing for a picture, try to think of something that truly

brings you joy and your smile will really shine. This creates a more natural, beautiful look that

will flatter your face and create a relaxed, happy vibe.

By incorporating these simple habits into your daily routine, you can look your best for your

portrait session, and every day!

image courtsey of allwomenstalk.com (photographer unknown)

Well I think spring is finally to trying to arrive!  And of course with it we hope for some warmer weather!    This is the perfect time to start trying out  fun ways to pull your hair back in some trendy styles.  As the weather heats up it feels good get your hair up and not always in the same ponytail.  Take a look at this blog  http://www.thesmallthingsblog.com/p/hair-style-tutorials.html for some tutorials on a few different quick ways to get a fun look.  Maybe even some ideas for prom.

you can also check out our pinterest board for some other ideas.  http://pinterest.com/jennfolz/hair-styles/

Happy styling!

Prepping for the SAT and ACT?   Ace college entrance exams the first time with these easy tips and tricks!

PREPARATION

-Use Collegeboard.org’s SAT daily question email to get one sample test question in your inbox every day.  It’s a simple, less overwhelming way to get your brain warmed up for the real ting.  It’s also available as an iphone app!  http://sat.collegeboard.org/practice

-Take the test prep class. Kaplan offers courses that are tailored to the SAT or the ACT. Check out their website:  http://www.kaptest.com/College/SAT/index.html

-Use a Tutor to help you target your weakest subject

-Make sure you bring a watch, and don’t linger on one question longer than two or three minutes.

-Answer the easier questions first and go back to answer the hard ones last.

-Use the process of elimination to give yourself better odds on each question.  If you know two answers aren’t right, that gives you a 50% chance of getting the right answer instead of only 25%.

-If you have to guess, the answer with the most information is usually correct.

-Never leave an answer blank.  You should at least guess one of the options, because leaving it blank guarantees that you get it wrong.

-If you read the question and come up with the answer before reading the multiple choice options, this will help you avoid getting confused by “all of the above” or “None of the above” type  of situations.

-Trust your first instinct-it’s usually correct!

Happy Testing!