I was just selected as Nurse of the Year, and my photo will be placed on a poster in our hospital. QUite frankly I am somewhat embarrassed and nervous about it. I was excited about being selected but now I am scared and dont know what to wear. Has anybody been through something like this?
They want to take my picture next week, and I am not sure what to wear. Scrubs - of course. But printed ? Solid colors? What looks good?
I did some modeling before I started nursing and here's some tips-
Solid color -- whatever looks good on your skin tone.
Makeup -- if you wear makeup, put it on heavier than usual. The camera washes you out.
Hair -- simple and neat, I always like to put some volume in there, it looks good in pictures.
Practice poses in the mirror. Most people have a side that looks better than the other. When you smile, think of a good memory that makes you really happy, makes the smile even more authentic. Finally, do several takes, and don't be afraid to ask for approval of the pictures!
I did some modeling before I started nursing and here's some tips-
Solid color -- whatever looks good on your skin tone.
Makeup -- if you wear makeup, put it on heavier than usual. The camera washes you out.
Hair -- simple and neat, I always like to put some volume in there, it looks good in pictures.
Practice poses in the mirror. Most people have a side that looks better than the other. When you smile, think of a good memory that makes you really happy, makes the smile even more authentic. Finally, do several takes, and don't be afraid to ask for approval of the pictures!
I was going to suggest that you ask to approve your photo. I remember how disappointed I was when the wrong photo was published in my senior high school yearbook. I never got over that and always wondered who was responsible for changing my selection.
Seriously Congrats to Mbshil it is an honor, and you should be proud....now just because I'm a wise cracker, I have to wonder why everyone is suggesting the "perfect makeup and hair etc." I say come on show the real side of nursing, sweat running down the brow, hair in full flying flutter, shoes with a dot of poo left on, and shirt pocket full of pens, drug book, measuring tape, and tic tacs, and a smile that says "Oh my aching feet".
Get your hair and make up done nicely. I think solids look best, but make sure it is someting "natural" for you. If you are a PEDS nurse and always wear prints, then wear a toned down print, that isn't overwhelming. I agree with no white, unless you are a nurse that is always in white. Some nurses look fabulous in white against the right background. Congratulations. That is such an achievement.
tokyoROSE, BSN, RN
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I did some modeling before I started nursing and here's some tips-
Solid color -- whatever looks good on your skin tone.
Makeup -- if you wear makeup, put it on heavier than usual. The camera washes you out.
Hair -- simple and neat, I always like to put some volume in there, it looks good in pictures.
Practice poses in the mirror. Most people have a side that looks better than the other. When you smile, think of a good memory that makes you really happy, makes the smile even more authentic. Finally, do several takes, and don't be afraid to ask for approval of the pictures!