In this video all about pageant headshots, I discuss my top tips and tricks for getting the most out of a headshot session.
For maximum retouching capability, Adobe Photoshop is the gold standard and always worth learning. But that program has a lot of features and doesn’t have the easiest learning curve because it is designed more for professional use. But if you’re up for a challenge, that’s the best program to use because you have a lot of more granularity and control.
If you prefer something a little lighter, here are additional resources for how to retouch your own photos and modify color. As a titleholder, you’re in charge of your own branding and content strategy so I highly recommend you download different photo editing apps and learn to use them. Snapseed is my personal favorite.
IOS: Color Blast (
Android: Change Color (
If you look up “color change” in your respective device’s app store, a bunch of different apps come up. Other examples:
Have fun trying them out and please leave a comment with the one that works best for you!
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50 responses to “Pageant Headshots, Portraits, & Close-Ups | How To Maximize Your In-Studio Glam Photography Session”
beautiful
Great video! Thank you very much
Chin down?
I just shot with Peter Baratti!!!
What happened to this channel? It sure was unique 😢
I have a question what color dress is the best for a pageant if you have blonde/brown hair and blue eyes
Hey Crystal, great video and VERY informative! I actually would love to show your video to all my pageant clients, HOWEVER, there are a couple tips that you give that I feel are a dis-service to photographers like myself. First, never ask for RAW photos from a photographer. If the photographer can't deliver the final product that you desire, then go with someone else. Asking for RAW images is like asking a baker for just the ingredients and not the final cake. Most photographers that I know will not give these up anyway, but its rude to ask and you may get blacklisted by that photographer. The second thing is… NOT to edit the photos that a photographer gives you. I know that many apps will allow you to edit endless changes to a photo, and that is fine if you have either taken your own photo or purchased the copyright to a photo, which is usually VERY expensive. Most photographers give you a license to use a photo the way it is presented. Always ask the photographer if they can deliver multiple iterations of the photo for you. This way, when you post edits to your original photo, you won't get in trouble with the photographer or get blacklisted. I know this may sound harsh, but is the truth in the professional photography world. Lesser known photographers or friends with a camera may not care as much, but as a professional photographer, we protect our work and reputation. I wish I could share this video without those two sections.
Hey Crystal. I've just started my modelling journey and your videos are really helping me a lot . I'm so grateful GOD BLESS YOU ❤❤❤😢
𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓯𝓻𝓪𝓶𝓮 𝓶𝓮𝓪𝓷𝓼 𝓼𝓸𝓶𝓮𝓽𝓱𝓲𝓷𝓰
You are the best pageant channel I've seen! I love how you explain things in detail. Very helpful.
Wow so beautiful❤.
If you ask for RAW images, expect a larger fee.
Hey ik you don’t really post anymore but by any chance could you do a teen interview question video, like just ask a question and give us 30 sec to answer then just keep doing that? I am competing in a miss America teen prelim this year for the first time so this would help a lot! If you don’t want to post anymore I understand, just let me know ❤
Just a heads-up most photographers will not just give you raw files under any circumstances.
What type of jeans we should wear if we have skinny legs
Awesome
hey crystal, i have a pageant coming up in about 2 months. But i have braces will this become a problem? I havent seen alot of pageant girls with braces 🙂 thanks!
i really learn to this yt channel thankyousomuch
Thank you so much…
What kind of questions do the emcee usually ask
"fifteen blouses for a three look session" You're my kind of model. Great video.
Pls ma wat app do u recommend we use to change the colour of our outfit?
When are you uploading more videos on pageantry
My pageant starts soon
Hi 👋
Hey can I join the pageant
Crystal pleasssseee we need more vids frmmm uuuuu! ur the nly one plss
You are so helpful.
How should ur legs bend cause I feel like thiers something am doing wrong
More vídeos showing your bare feet , soles, and toenails without enamel .
Ok
the linkedin pic i laughed ahhaha
Hey cristal!. I'm 16 and I want to compete in my first ever pageant beauty contest. Please can you make a video on what to and not to do during the runway walk? I'm still confused about the type of walk to do and if or if not permitted to do a little dance move at the edge of the runway. Thanks for reading my request..much love!!
Can we shoot on our own ? 😭
hi! i was thinking of competing in miss America outstanding teen but i have never done a pageant before, is that a bad idea?
Hi miss cristal hope you notice I've been watching your videos using your tips and it really helps a lot I actually have a pageant this coming dec. 17 and I think your tips on how to walk and do poses made me nail the screening thank u so much
Hi miss cristal hope you notice I've been watching your videos using your tips and it really helps a lot I actually have a pageant this coming dec. 17 and I think your tips on how to walk and do poses made me nail the screening thank u so much
Your videos are really great!!!Plz don't forget to check our business collab inquiry email, thanks — Moon from VOCOSI 👠😊
Do you cooperate with Bello Models Academy Company in Paris?
How sweet of u…..!! I have literally watched all of ur videos and noticed that u reply to all of ur comments on videos…..ur such an angle plus so beautiful 😍😍😍🥰💖love from India from julie
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I want answer of my question
Waiting for new video mam.
Where are you mam
Which types of questions may be asked during pageant auditions
Hi crystal, i am thinking of giving pageants one more try (a third time) and i loved this video! I had no idea what I was really doing the first two times I started pageants. I have 1 more yr til I age out
my next pageant is in a few months and I'll be sure to watch and rewatch all your videos! 💕
Im not even a pageant, but somehow came across your channel. Watched and loved your videos on posing, walking. And i downloaded the colour change app you recommended on this vid. It's very easy to use and practical. Thank you 🌸🌼
When Crystal Lee was standing holding hands with Nina Davuluri….the host comes and asks her how are you feeling??…
Crystal Lee:- Aa…Aa…..Aah..Aah. .
I still remmber watching that 😀
Wow this is wonderful
Mam plz make a video on lava walk
Soo much love from India
Also you didn’t give us the app for editing our dresses
Hi, I am having my close door meeting with my pageant judges tomorrow, can you help me with any close door interview tips?