AMBASSADOR STUDIO SESSIONS
Welcome to Dance by aKaiserPhoto's Ambassador studio photoshoot planning page: Tips & FAQs.
This planning guide is here to help you prepare for your photoshoot from start to finish. It will take you through the backdrop options, outfits and styling information, and more. Creating a unique and outstanding photoshoot comes together with proper planning.
Be sure to follow all the steps below:
Step 1: Backdrop Colours
Step 2: Outfit Planning
Step 3: Hair & Makeup
GUIDELINES & HELPFUL INFO
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Neutrals or bold colour? Set the tone for your session.
View our available stock of backdrop colours to choose your favourites.
Your number of selections will depend on your ambassador age grouping. DAKP will select one additional backdrop for your session.
MINI AMBASSADORS: 1 BACKDROP
ELITE AMBASSADORS: 2 BACKDROPs
18+ AMBASSADORS: 1 BACKDROP
Your outfit is more than just clothing. It takes careful planning.
Consider your style, accessories, and how your colours will coordinate with your chosen backdrops.
There is no limit to outfits at your ambassador photoshoot. The more you bring, the better!
Professional or self-styled, prep for camera-ready confidence.
Choose a look that enhances your features and complements your overall look, considering your backdrop and outfit choices. Come styled from head to toe.
Please review our studio policies before your session so you know exactly what to expect:
PARKING
Downtown parking is free after 6:00pm and free on weekends. We recommend using the HotSpot app for the easiest payment and time management during paid hours.
ARRIVAL TIME
Please arrive 10 minutes early. This ensures the dancer has time to settle in, stretch, and connect with us before shooting begins (without cutting into their session time).
ONE PARENT POLICY
To avoid crowding, only one parent is permitted. This helps maintain a calm, focused environment for everyone.
PARENT WAITING AREA
The parent will be asked to wait in our front waiting room during the session. The space is comfortable, WiFi-accessible, and designed for you to unwind while we work with the dancer. Sessions run best with minimal distractions. Better focus = better images. Trust the process! The parent will be invited in at times to preview images during the shoot.
NO CELL PHONE POLICY
Cell phones are not permitted in the studio space. If parents are invited in to view images, we kindly ask that no photos or videos are taken during that time. If the dancer needs to reference inspiration photos for posing, their phone may be kept in the studio for that purpose.
Still have some questions? We’ve gathered our most common client questions in one spot for you.
As a dance photography duo, do you have knowledge in dance?
Our artistic director, Brittany, brings years of dance experience and technical expertise to every session, helping you execute each pose to your best ability. Mike, our photographer, handles lighting and composition, while Brittany focuses on posing and technique. Over the years, we’ve learned from each other to seamlessly blend our skills and deliver the best results for our dancers. (If you want to read more about our story, click here.)
Will any images be shown throughout the photoshoot?
We love sharing images as we shoot. It's a great way to boost confidence and see your amazing work in real time. To save time and keep some surprises for the final product, we won't show every shot or pose. When the dancer is shown an image, the parent will be invited in to view it as well. Rest assured, between the two of us, we ensure each image has strong composition, flattering expressions, proper posing, and your best technical execution.
Am I allowed to print my photos?
Printing rights are included with all session packages, giving you the freedom to print your images on your own at no additional charge. All files are provided in .jpg format (widely compatible) and are roughly 5-7 MB each, allowing for prints of nearly any size. If you need extra-large prints or run into any issues, just reach out. We're happy to help!
Who can I share my images with?
Your session includes personal printing rights and social media sharing for you and your family. These rights do not extend to other businesses for marketing or social media use, as stated in your contract. If a business requests your images, please send them to us for approval first.