If you are offered completely free to shoot, we can agree. Test the skills of potential Photographer's easy - just look made them pictures. Like it? Then make an appointment. Note walk around the city and dozens of pictures in the spirit of "I have a monument", "I have a tree" - it's not a photo shoot. Need a common theme frames depicting some scene or just showing you in a certain way. About all it is necessary to think in advance - to choose a place to pick up clothes, perhaps - some props. Considerable importance and poses. Podsmotrena them pictured in magazines and pictures found on the Internet, rehearse in front of a mirror.
Sometimes the need for a photo shoot quite simple excuse: first snow - it's time for the winter shooting, found an interesting building - take pictures in an appropriate style. Do not think that photo shoot will cost you dearly. Since a lot of photographers, the competition is high and the prices are quite reasonable. You can find a master in social networks. Usually pictures here are not very expensive, and the results to estimate the easiest - User and albums. Photographer agree with you about the theme and style of shooting, will offer a few places to choose from or bring your ideas. You can refer to the photo studio. The service will cost more, because it is necessary a lot more equipment. Pay attention to the portfolio studio.
Often, in addition to photo features provided clothing and makeup. Whether to use it - you decide. Of course, the price increase, but on the pictures you will be the most beautiful.