A portrait may be both artistically and technically first rate, and yet entirely fail to give satisfaction to the sitter. To be a really successful picture, the sitter's happiest expression must be caught. This depends almost entirely on the sitter and the mood he happens to be in at the moment. The pose, dress, accessories are more easily under control, and we venture to offer a few suggestions to our Patrons, which we hope they will accept in good part, and we in return will do our best to give them pictures they will be really pleased with. Our operator is a highly-paid and skilful artist, who has had great experience, and sitters will study their own interest by placing themselves in his hands. But if sitters prefer to pose themselves, and to take the full direction of the sitting, we shall certainly do our best to please them and ensure a good result, and in some rare cases a good result will be obtained.

Sitters can do a great deal towards securing success. When practicable it is desirable to make an appointment beforehand. And a day should be chosen when plenty of time is available. This will avoid any sense of unrest on the sitter's part, and enable the operator to perform his duty leisurely and at ease, which often results in saving time. On arriving at the studio any preference as to dress, pose, or accessories should be mentioned to the operator, who will afford every assistance in carrying out any wish, and will give the benefit of his experience and make suitable suggestions.
The head-rest is often of great assistance, and while sitters are strongly recommended to use it, they may please themselves.

The weather need not be considered; rainy or cloudy weather will not prevent our obtaining good pictures.