HOW I WORK WITH LIGHT AS A CORPORATE PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER IN 2023
Lately I find that businesses want to be seen as less formal than in past years, and clients are tending to request for more “lifestyle” portraits in and around the office using natural available daylight. This is music to my ears as I love working with natural light! So I thought I’d talk about how I use natural light as a corporate portrait photographer in Brighton. Having …
WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A GREAT CORPORATE PHOTOGRAPHER?
There are many genres of portrait photography. So it follows that there are different types of portrait photographer. And obviously they must all know their way around the camera, but there is a specific skill set you need in order to be a corporate portrait photographer. For any portrait photography career, it’s a given that you will need to have technical camera skills. These can be learned …
Why I enjoy being a Brighton Photographer
Behind every professional photographer, there is a story born out of various passions, which are seamlessly reflected in their photography. One of mine is Brighton, with all of its diverse beauty and genuinely authentic character. Of course, if we’ve met before, you’ll already know how passionate I am about Brightonian culture. As a professional Brighton portrait photographer, throughout my years, I have visually narrated so many beautiful …
Perfecting Commercial Photography: Must-Have Items for a Successful Shoot
Behind every perfect shot, there lies an array of equipment that a photographer has brought with them. Professional photographers always have their go-to gadgets that they use in every shoot. They know that having the perfect equipment in their kit is what makes them capable of creating perfect masterpieces. Commercial photography is no different. In fact, it is all the more nuanced, requiring top-of-the-line equipment to be …
How to Become a Portrait Photographer
What is portrait photography? Simply put, this approach aims to convey a personality, story, or identity. With the perfect blend of backdrops, light, and gentle posing, you can create some stunning photos of your subjects. Generally, this photography style is followed to commemorate milestones or special events or even to create a memory at a certain point in one’s life. But it can also be a powerful …
What makes a good portrait photograph?
What makes a good portrait photograph? When you decide to have your portraits taken, I’m sure you want them to be as flawless as they can get. This means you’d want the photo to represent your personality while also looking your best. And the hard part is finding the right person to do this job masterfully. You want someone who not only knows their way with the …
How is Location Integral to Meaning in a Portrait Photograph?
As an experienced portrait photographer, let me tell you one thing – the right location can make all the difference in creating a stunning, memorable photo. In essence, the place you choose will be integral to the meaning of your session – it can convey emotion and your personality and even tell your story! In this blog post, I’ll dive deeper into how location can influence your …
WHAT TO ANTICIPATE WHEN HAVING FEMALE PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS
Generally, that will include communicating the shoot fees and how many images you will receive. Do the shoot fees include editing of all or selected images? You should also be advised of the length of your photoshoot and any options of location. Finally, you should be advised on how many changes of outfit you are allowed, if any. And if you feel like you could use some …
DO I REALLY NEED TO HIRE A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER FOR HEADSHOTS IN 2023?
It’s hard to imagine why anyone still needs to ask why they need a professional photographer for headshots anymore, but it does still come up. There are so many reasons, it is difficult to know where to begin! Firstly, if you are an individual seeking work, you will need more than just a selfie. Or an amateur photo shot by your mate in a bar 4 years …
IS IT ALRIGHT FOR PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS TO BE TAKEN OUTDOORS?
This is an interesting question that I am asked all the time. And my answer would be of course, it is totally acceptable for professional headshots to be taken outdoors. I mean, why ever not? Given that the corporate world has changed so radically over the past decade or so. Firstly there has been a huge paradigm shift in corporate life. People have been dressing more casually …