At PBMisty, the opportunity to meet and work with amazing people with unique careers constantly arises. Most recently, Kristen Pike (@kpcolorgirl on Instagram), a Color Analysis Consultant in the DFW area, stopped by and collaborated on a creative photoshoot (- stay tuned to read more about these). Kristen had her pictures taken at the studio to showcase her profession, model for Misty, and acquire social media content. 

Misty had shared a story prior of a friend who will be called B, who always looks put together. B has had a color analysis and has since never strayed from her palette, which always makes for a cohesive and phenomenal look. Misty wanted to feel like B - always ready to make an appearance! Having a color analysis consultation is also a wonderful way to embrace individuality - accentuating natural features by choosing to wear shades that enhance them. 

While the team is certainly more educated on the power of color and how it attracts or or depletes complexions, advising people of what colors to wear for their branding photography session or their headshot photoshoot is siply not that easy. What we do know, however, is that getting a color analysis is the gift that you keep giving yourself. 

"In the meantime," Misty said. "We'll keep telling people to bring some options for their individualized photography sessions. Stick with those colors that people compliment you when you wear them." 

It was so intriguing learning all about color analysis during the creative photoshoot. Misty scheduled for team members interested in utilizing Kristen’s services to schedule sessions on the same day. Misty hoped that the diversity of the PBMisty team would provide insider information on how to better assist a wide variety of clients in color theory - whether planning an outfit for headshots, makeup tips, or even choosing a backdrop! Every piece of knowledge is helpful to ensure photographic excellence. 

On January 11th, Misty and three other team members (Lauren, KK, and myself) met at Kristen’s home studio in Dallas to complete a color analysis. Funnily enough, no one ended up leaving with the same choices! A blog on each person’s individual experience and color palette will be soon to follow - stay tuned on the website to read these and learn more. 

Kristen did an amazing job at explaining each segment of the color analysis session and any questions that arose during. For starters, there are four seasons: Winter = Cool, Spring = Warm, Summer = Cool and Autumn = Warm. These seasons can then be broken down into four subcategories: Pure, Tinted/Soft Light, Toned/Dark Light, and Shaded. In total, KP is certified in 16 Season Color Analysis. This means clients who undergo this service are assigned a more specific palette than typically discussed online.