Your Vibe Session Starts Here

Your session is officially on the calendar — now let’s get intentional. This guide will walk you through how to prepare, what to bring, and how to get the most out of your time in the studio.

THE EXPERIENCE

First things first — you don’t need to have it all figured out

You don’t need a perfectly polished brand, a Pinterest-worthy closet, or a list of poses saved on your phone.

That’s our job.

Your job?
Show up with your story, your personality, and the pieces that make your brand yours.

Then maybe:
✨ We help direct posing
✨ We guide creative ideas
✨ We capture personality + purpose

BEFORE YOUR SESSION

Things to think through:

➕ What do you want people to feel when they find your brand?

➕ What parts of your process do people not see?

➕ What questions are you always answering?

➕ What makes working with you different?

(this is so your brand photo philosophy)

OUTFIT GUIDE


Dress Like The Version of You Your Clients Actually Meet

Your brand photos should feel like you — not a costume you put on because you think that’s what a “professional” looks like.

If you live in jeans, don’t force yourself into a suit.

If dresses make you feel confident, bring the dress.

If your everyday brand is sneakers, creative layers, bold colors, neutrals, business casual, or something completely different — lean into that.

The goal isn’t to look like everyone else in your industry. The goal is for someone to see your photos, meet you in real life, and feel like they already knew you.

Think about:
• What outfits make you stand a little taller?
• What pieces feel like your personality?
• What would your clients recognize you in?
• What feels aligned with the experience you create?

Elevated doesn’t mean unfamiliar. Professional doesn’t mean pretending.

Bring the version of yourself you want more people to connect with — we’ll help capture the rest.

The Everyday You

Your go-to style, but elevated. Think about what you naturally reach for when you want to feel confident.

Ideas:

  • your favorite denim

  • classic basics

  • elevated tees/tanks

  • sweaters

  • relaxed button downs

  • business casual pieces

  • sneakers, flats, boots, heels — whatever feels like you

Your “I’m showing up to meet my dream client” outfit.

The Elevated You

The look that feels like stepping into your next chapter.

This is your chance to bring the outfit that gives a little extra confidence.

Ideas:

  • blazers

  • structured pieces

  • dresses/jumpsuits

  • monochromatic looks

  • statement jackets

  • beautiful textures (linen, silk, leather, knits)

Not because you “should” look professional — because sometimes clothes help tell the story of where you’re going.

The Personality Piece

The thing that makes people remember you.

This is where your brand gets its heartbeat.

Ideas:

  • bold colors

  • fun patterns

  • hats

  • statement shoes

  • jewelry

  • your signature accessory

  • your favorite jacket

  • something unexpected

If someone says “that is SO you” — bring it.

WHAT TO BRING

The magic is usually in the little things

☕ The coffee order you always have

💻 Laptop/tools (have your landing page or logo saved on there to pull up

📚 Favorite books

📦 Packaging/products

📝 Notebook/planner

🎨 Creative supplies - every day digital tools

Newpapers - print outs with quotes or photos

business cards - favorite sunnies - favorite cup

Anything that tells the story of what it feels like to work with you.

Shoot day

01. Settle In + Get Comfortable
When you arrive, we’ll give you a tour of the studio, look through your outfits and ideas, and ease into creating — no pressure to walk in knowing exactly what to do.

02. Create With Direction
You don’t need to know how to pose, where to look, or what to do with your hands (everyone asks 😉). We’ll guide you through natural movement, prompts, and setups that feel aligned with you.

03. Capture The Full Story
We’ll create a mix of intentional brand images — from polished portraits to personality-filled moments, behind-the-scenes details, and everything that makes your brand feel like you.

04. Bring The Vibe To Life
The best images happen when you stop trying to “perform” and start showing up as yourself. We’ll help bring out the personality, confidence, and connection behind your brand.

meet the space

The Limewash Arches

Organic. Intentional. Effortless.

Soft textures, neutral tones, and architectural details create a timeless backdrop that lets you be the focus.

The Workspace

Focused. Elevated. Behind-the-scenes.

Your brand isn’t only the finished product — it’s the ideas, conversations, planning, and process that happen along the way. The workspace brings your audience into the moments behind what you create.

The Kitchen

Natural. Personal. Story-driven.

The everyday moments are often what create the strongest connections. The kitchen brings a warm, lived-in feel to your brand session — perfect for capturing the personality and small details behind your business.

The Creative Cyc Wall

Clean. Bold. Limitless.

A blank canvas made for movement, creativity, and bringing your ideas to life. From classic portraits to playful concepts — this space gives your brand room to create.

The Lounge Space

Relaxed. Elevated. Personality-filled.

The cream couch and styled living space bring in that “come sit with me” feeling — less stiff, more real. A space for photos that feel conversational, inviting, and full of personality.

  • Our brand Nutrition Awareness just had our first vibe session with Shay today and it was a 10/10 experience. Shay made sure we felt comfortable and liked our photos during the session. She corrected my poses so they looked better on camera, which I greatly appreciated, and had ideas for poses that were perfect for what we wanted. The studio was fun to work in, highly recommend!

    — Kait, dietician

  • Shay was incredible. Taking the “perfect pictures” can be stressful but as soon as I walked in the door she made me feel so comfortable. She was so sweet and extremely professional. She helped me work through all the poses she thought would be best, hyped me up and made me feel great. She definitely gives you the vibe you need and want during pictures! I will definitely be scheduled updated yearly pictures here and HIGHLY recommend her! Thank you Shay!

    — Misha, Realtor

  • Shay at The Vibe Creative Studio is truly incredible! From the moment I walked in, she created such a warm, comfortable, and inviting atmosphere—something that’s not always easy when you’re in front of a camera. She kept checking in throughout the shoot to make sure I felt comfortable and genuinely liked what she was capturing, which shows a level of care and thoughtfulness that’s truly exceptional! Her professionalism, clear communication, and genuine energy made the entire experience enjoyable and fun! I left feeling confident and excited to work with her again! I cannot say enough great things about Shay and I highly recommend her if you want amazing results and a truly supportive experience!

    — Zachary, realtor