As photographers on the go whether its for a commercial job or just for a fun trip, we're often thrown into situations that are less then ideal. Moments we just have to capture but don't have the time, circumstances, or equipment to do it how we might like to. Harsh unbalanced lighting with bright highlights and dark shadows, or even lack of lighting completely. Choosing the right lens and finding ways to make due with what you've got is often necessary. Traveling for commercial work usually translates to lugging around light stands, backdrops, multiple strobes, etc - sometimes with no one to help...
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General Preparation Tips for Your Photo Shoot:
Do not try anything new last minute, no new hair color or hair cuts the day of or the night before unless there has been a trial run. Don't switch to a new makeup color or skincare products. Use what you know works.
Be well rested. Dark circles and blood shot eyes from lack of sleep and hangovers do show and the energy of the shoot suffers.
Body and Facial Hair - Ladies please take whatever precautions necessary to remove anything that may be seen in photos (legs, armpits, etc) I would not suggest waxing or laser hair removal soon...
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One question I get asked more then anything else is about copyright and how to handle sharing photos in this crazy world of the internet and social media. Watermarking, resizing, right-click disabling, to share or not to share... these are all important points and this is my take on it.
Perspective: As artists sometimes we get so caught up and paranoid in thinking people are going to steal our intellectual property that we lose perspective sometimes. Simply put, think of how many high resolution un-watermarked images are out there on the web. Regardless of how great yours may be, what are the chances...
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Some of my personal favorite pieces of equipment:
Canon 15mm F2.8 Fisheye 180 degree view
I got this lens in a trade for some older flash units I wasnt using anymore, kind of on a whim figuring it was more of a novelty for fun then anything for serious commercial work. I've used this lens more then I ever thought! Yields very cool perspectives for architecture, automotive, edgy fashion, and even weddings and events in tight spaces for an ultra wide room shot. One of the most impressive features is the focusing range and sharpness, easily rivaling its pro "L" glass companions. Due to the ultra...
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Hello Friends and welcome to my photo blog!
A little about me... I've been working as a commercial photographer since 2003. I have a passion for all things creative and enjoy finding new ways to apply them in business. Photography as an art and as a business are two very different things although one is not necessarily without the other. I hear a lot of friends and colleagues discuss photography, sometimes asking me for advice on hardware or how to get started as a professional, and most often pricing. Whether you are a working pro, hobbyist or amateur I'll try and have something for everyone...
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