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Photography Session Planner Template
Organize your photo shoots with sections for concept, location, gear, shots, lighting, client notes, editing, and ratings.
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This template streamlines photography sessions by organizing key details, saving time and ensuring no aspect is overlooked during shoots and editing.
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Ideal for photographers planning shoots, from amateurs to professionals, helping manage concepts, equipment, client needs, and post-processing.
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Tailor sections like equipment, lighting setups, and shot lists to fit different photography styles, session types, or client preferences for maximum flexibility.
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{"type":"doc","content":[{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":1,"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Photography Session Planner","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Use this planner to organize all aspects of your photography session for a smooth and successful shoot.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2,"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"1. Theme or Concept","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Describe the overall theme, mood, or concept of the shoot. Include any inspirational ideas or references.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"• ","type":"text"},{"text":"Concept:","type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}]},{"text":" [Enter theme or concept here]","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2,"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"2. Location","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Note the shoot locations, addresses, and any important logistics or permissions needed.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"• ","type":"text"},{"text":"Primary Location:","type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}]},{"text":" [Enter location details here]","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2,"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"3. Equipment List","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"List all cameras, lenses, lighting gear, and accessories you plan to bring.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"bulletList","content":[{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Camera(s): [List camera models]","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Lenses: [List lens types and focal lengths]","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Lighting Equipment: [List lights, modifiers, triggers]","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Accessories: [Tripods, batteries, memory cards, etc.]","type":"text"}]}]}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2,"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"4. Shot List","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Outline the key shots or poses you want to capture during the session.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"bulletList","content":[{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Shot 1: [Describe shot or pose]","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Shot 2: [Describe shot or pose]","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Shot 3: [Describe shot or pose]","type":"text"}]}]}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2,"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"5. Lighting Setup","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Detail the lighting arrangements, including types of lights, positions, and settings.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"• ","type":"text"},{"text":"Lighting Gear:","type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}]},{"text":" [Describe lighting equipment]","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"• ","type":"text"},{"text":"Positions & Settings:","type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}]},{"text":" [Describe positions and camera settings]","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2,"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"6. Model / Client Notes","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Include any relevant information about the model or client preferences, instructions, or special requests.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"• ","type":"text"},{"text":"Client/Model Name:","type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}]},{"text":" [Enter name]","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"• ","type":"text"},{"text":"Notes:","type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}]},{"text":" [Enter notes here]","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2,"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"7. Post-Shoot Editing Checklist","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Track your editing workflow to ensure all necessary adjustments are made.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"bulletList","content":[{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Import photos into editing software","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Select best shots","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Basic adjustments (exposure, contrast, white balance)","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Retouching and spot corrections","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Apply creative edits (filters, effects)","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"listItem","content":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Export final images","type":"text"}]}]}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2,"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"8. Final Session Rating","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"Evaluate the overall success of the session and note any improvements for future shoots.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"• ","type":"text"},{"text":"Rating (1-5):","type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}]},{"text":" [Enter rating]","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"text":"• ","type":"text"},{"text":"Comments:","type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}]},{"text":" [Enter additional feedback]","type":"text"}]}]}
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