I'm photographing a photoshoot and Im not a photographer. HELP?

Question:So basically I am opening my own online vintage store and I have a photo shoot on Saturday with a friend who is a professional model and she said she might get make-up artists and hair people involved too. I really appreciate this but wow I cant afford to pay anyone (Im only a teenager) so what is something that they have at real photo shoots, like complimentary food or what? Its in the morning if that helps

As for the actual picture taking, I like taking pictures I enjoy it but I am not good at it. But my idea is to do a contrast of hand drawn and photography so our background is going to be a green screen. Any tips for taking pictures?

Any information even things I didnt ask about would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks in advanced!

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: So basically I am opening my own online vintage store and I have a photo shoot on Saturday with a friend who is a professional model and she said she might get make-up artists and hair people involved too. I really appreciate this but wow I cant afford to pay anyone (Im only a teenager) so what is something that they have at real photo shoots, like complimentary food or what? Its in the morning if that helps

As for the actual picture taking, I like taking pictures I enjoy it but I am not good at it. But my idea is to do a contrast of hand drawn and photography so our background is going to be a green screen. Any tips for taking pictures?

Any information even things I didnt ask about would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks in advanced!

ok...so, when is this event? Do you have a few days at least to get organized? Here's what I'd do....
-re: photography...ask EVERYONE YOU KNOW to ask EVERYONE THEY KNOW (parents too) if someone might be willing to help. Someone taking photography as a hobby/beginner would be more than happy to help. You can post something at your local rec centre, church or community college where photography is offered. BEGINNERS LOVE PRACTICE and they'll do it for free! Ohhh...I had a better idea...go to your local photography shop (in Toronto we have a chain called HENRY'S...ask them too!)
-Make sure you have enough lighting.....if you can't find someone to volunteer their time, use your camera and and shoot in AUTO.
- on the day of your big event...set up a table with drinks and food to nibble on. Juice and timbits are fine.
-set the mood, bring in your boom box and have some music playing (appropriate music that your guests will enjoy)
- HAVE FUN!! Even if you feel like things are not under control...keep your cool and be confident....FAKE IT TILL YOU MAKE IT...as the old saying goes!
- if possible, have a little gift bag prepared for everyone volunteering their time. (maybe ask your mom/sister/girlfriend??? to help with this. Nothing too costly or extravagant...just something to say thanks...
GOOD LUCK!!! You'll do great!

Here are some of my tips:

- make sure your camera can shoot high quality image. Always shoot in highest MP as possible in case you are using digital.

- you must have enough lights. try to take sample photo first in order to check if you are satisfied with the outcome.

- invite some photo hobbyist. Most of them take photos for free (like me).

Since you can't pay anyone, having food there would be nice, even if you just bring bagels.

Also, PLAN your shoot. You are wasting people's time (since they aren't paid). Don't make them stay any longer than needed.

Make sure you give them photo rights in trade for their time (allow them to use them in their portfolios).

For vintage purpose you want to light one side darker to get that old effect like they use to a lot in those days. But make use you have enough light for details. Make sure you have enough films or memory for your camera, batteries, too. Make sure it doesn't get so hot in the room - with lighting and people it might get hot. Have an electric fan. Compliment your talent when working with them if you think you like the shot. Compliment your crew.
Number one rule when people are working for you - "Feed Them." Asked what kind of food they like and won't eat, and their drinks before they even get there.
The thing is that it has to be fun for your crew and talent. Give credits and copies of their work.
For you make sure you hydrate yourself - Gatorade or something.

Keep cool no matter what.