As I schedule future clients, many times I find myself explaining some of the technical considerations in scheduling a shoot. Here's a quick list from a photographer's perspective.
1. Theme and Lighting: Consider the theme of your shoot. If you're looking for a warm, romantic feel, you may want an early morning or late afternoon / evening time. Google the sunrise and sunset times. When the sun is low, the light bouncing of a model's skin becomes warm and rich. Sometimes it can be too intense. Discuss your theme with your photographer beforehand to determine the best times for your shoot.
2. Rest and Mood: You'll want to think not only about the time of day that you are most alert, but also if children are being photographed, regular nap times and dinner times factor into the quality of the shoot. Also make sure you have plenty of rest before a shoot. It can make all the difference. When I shoot a model, I'm looking for the spark in the eyes. That is far more difficult to find when hungry or tired.
3. Photographers are people too. Many people don't think of the photographer's mood when scheduling a shoot. Some photographers, like myself, are highly adaptable and don't care when they shoot. But some are highly sensitive to the same irritations as a model would be. Check with your photographer to make sure they are comfortable with the time and day of your shoot. If the shoot is on a weekend when it could be on a weekday, your photographer may be in a hurry to get to an event and will be distracted from the creativity necessary for a great shoot.
What ideas do you have? The perspective of the client / model is just as important when it comes to photography. Leave a comment below sharing your ideas of the most important considerations when scheduling a shoot.