5 Things Pro Photographers Know
These points reflect a balance between meeting client expectations and maintaining the integrity of the photographic art form.
Editing Expectations:
While photographers aim to capture the perfect shot in-camera, extensive post-processing work is often a significant part of the job, enhancing colors, adjusting lighting, and sometimes altering backgrounds, transforming a good photo into a great one, but they might keep this as their little secret to ensure clients value their shooting skills just as much. Time spent on post-production can sometimes exceed the time of the actual shoot, but photographers might downplay this to keep the focus on the photography session itself. A quick photo session can result in hours of sorting and editing, which clients may not always appreciate when considering a photographer's time.
Lighting Over Location:
While a stunning location can be important, photographers know that the right lighting can make even the most ordinary setting look extraordinary. Many photographers love shooting during the 'golden hour' of sunset for that perfect natural glow, but they might not reveal just how crucial this time of day is for the ideal shot. For morning sessions, photographers love 'blue hour'.
True Costs:
The price of a photography session isn't just for the time spent during the shoot; it also covers pre-shoot preparations, equipment costs, editing time, and the expertise of the photographer.
Creative Control:
Photographers often have specific styles or visions for their work, and while client input is important, too much direction can hinder the creative process. Photographers may steer away from trendy or cliché photo ideas to maintain a unique and timeless portfolio, even if these are popular among clients.
Equipment Essentials:
While gear isn't everything because having a good eye is important, having high-quality equipment does contribute significantly to the outcome of the photos, which photographers might not always discuss to avoid gear-centric conversations.
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Amy
