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A Basic Photo Kit

It's a good idea to have a shoot bag that you can simply grab and bring to every photo session. That way you will be ready to go on any job at any time. Below is a list of suggested item to include in your shoot bag. These items should only be used for photo shoots, so that the bag is always stocked and items of clothing will be in "like new" condition for the photos.

Makeup Items

  • Blush Brush
  • Blushes
  • Concealer
  • Cosmetic Sponges
  • Cotton Balls
  • Cotton Swabs
  • Cover Sticks
  • Eye Drops
  • Eye Liners
  • Eye Shadow
  • Eyebrow Brush
  • Eyebrow Pencil
  • Eyelash Curler
  • Facial Cleanser
  • Facial Tissues
  • Facial Toner
  • Foundation
  • Lip Balm
  • Lip Brushes
  • Lip Gloss
  • Lip Pencils
  • Lipsticks
  • Mascara Remover
  • Moisturizing Cream
  • Nail Clippers
  • Nail File
  • Nail Polish Remover
  • Nail Polish
  • Pencil Sharpener
  • Powder Brush
  • Powder Puffs
  • Scissors
  • Skin Conditioner
  • Sun Screen/Lotion
  • Tooth Brush
  • Towel
  • Translucent Powder
  • Tweezers
  • Water Proof Mascara

Hair Care Items

  • Bobby Pins
  • Brush
  • Comb
  • Curlers
  • Curling Iron
  • Clips
  • Hair Dryer
  • Hair Spray
  • Elastic hair bands
  • Styling Gel
  • Styling Mousse

Clothing Items

  • Bath Robe
  • Sneakers or slippers
  • Several pairs of panty hose (Black, Nude and other colors)
  • Assorted Inexpensive Jewelry (earrings, bracelets, necklaces)
  • Thong underwear toned to match skin
  • Shoes
  • Shoe Polish

Miscellaneous Items

  • Appointment Book
  • Band-Aids
  • Business cards
  • Clothes Pins for loose clothing
  • Comp-cards
  • Portfolio
  • Masking Tape
  • Notebook and Pens
  • Safety Pins
  • Small Mirror
  • A book or magazine for "down" time

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