When it comes to photos here are the three most important things to remember:

1. You’ll virtually never regret having photos of you or your life. Let your 80-year-old self have a vote when deciding whether or not to be in front of the camera.

2. Decide ahead of time to love every photo of you past, present, future - because you are in it and that’s reason enough. Period.

3. Photos are storytellers, not necessarily truth-tellers - stay curious and you’ll be surprised by the magic you find in them.

4. This is a bonus for those of you who need photos for your business… Find a photographer who’s willing to set aside their aesthetic for yours. Photographers invest a lot in developing and establishing their look - and that’s beautiful but it’s not going to serve you to have a photographer’s aesthetic be louder than your brand expression. Having this conversation upfront will help you partner with your photographer and yield better results.