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We’ve Moved….Well, Sort Of
July 10, 2011 By
How To Take Pictures in Bright Sunlight Revisited
June 19, 2011 By
It’s hot. The sun is unmerciful. But you need to take pictures outside! What to do! Watch this video and find out. Can’t see the video, click here.
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Don’t Like to Read Blog Posts…Here’s Another Way You Can Learn About Photography
June 18, 2011 By
One word….video.
I have some videos about photography that you can WATCH anytime you want on my YouTube channel.
Check back often as I add new videos all the time.
And if you have a suggestion for a video you’d like to see, either leave it in the comment section below or send me a message.
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Yes, Sometimes You DON’T Need a Photographer…But Sometimes You Do
June 17, 2011 By
A couple of days ago, I told you that in many cases you don’t need a professional photographer…but sometimes you do.
Here’s WHEN you need a professional photographer:
- For proper lighting. Yes, today’s digital cameras that you can buy take AWESOME pictures on fully automatic. However, they do not provide good lighting. All you’ll have is the pop-up flash on your camera. In most cases, this will be sufficient for you. But not always. Professional photographers know how and where to add additional lighting to really make your pictures POP!
- For proper posing. No, that AWESOME camera you use to take GREAT pictures of your family and friends WILL NOT tell you how to pose people. Posing is an art. And not every pro knows how to pose either.
- When you want a real nice family portrait. For heirloom family portraits, do NOT do it yourself! Leave that to the pros.
But for most other uses…DIY. Do it yourself.
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Why Professional Photography Is Not What It Used To Be
June 15, 2011 By
Have you ever heard of the phrase…the more things change, the more they say the same?
Well, that doesn’t apply to the world of professional photography…in my opinion (after all, this IS my blog).
There are many reasons for this. But what’s sad is that many “pro” photographers deny this. To their peril I believe.
In my opinion, there are two types of photographers these days: top-shelf pros and what’s known in the world of professional photography as “moms with camera.” If you are not female, just change the word mom…it still applies.
Today’s cameras take AWESOME pictures. On fully automatic. In many cases, you don’t need a professional photographer.
But there are some cases where you do. I’ll talk about that tomorrow.
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Got Questions About Photography? Ask Them Here.
June 14, 2011 By
This blog is NOT about Photography By Ski.
It’s about photography and you.
So….how can I help you?
What questions do you have about photography? About Photography By Ski? I know I just said that this blog is not about Photography By Ski…but if you have a question, I will answer it.
To ask your question, either leave it in the comment section below or click here.
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How to Make The Most Of Your Portrait Session – Part 8
June 13, 2011 By
Tip #8. Listen to your photographer.
In order to make the most out of your portrait session, it is crucial that you listen and follow the advice of whoever your photographer is.
If you go to your doctor and he tells you to do ‘X’ and you don’t…do you blame the doctor or do you take responsibility?
Why do I bring this up? Because it is one of the biggest pet peeves we photographers have.
We suggest that you dress in a certain way based on the look you want for your portrait and then when we show up, our clients are dressed totally opposite of the way we suggested (not you, of course!).
I want to teach you how to help us make your portraits awesome!
I think an example would be good here.
If your photographer suggests your family wear all blue jeans and navy polos, it would not be wise to show up for your session all wearing different bottoms (some shorts – different colors, some jeans – some blue others red) and different tops (some tee shirts – different colors, some polos – different colors).
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How to Make The Most Of Your Portrait Session – Part 7
June 12, 2011 By
Tip #7. Choosing an outdoor location.
As you probably know, Photography By Ski is an on-location portrait photographer. So…today’s tip is about helping you choose that perfect outdoor location for your portrait session.
There are many parks around Houston that look simply beautiful. The benches, the fountains, the lattices with roses and other pretty flowers climbing all over…but keep in mind that what looks good to the eye might not look good in your portrait.
For example, that beautiful lattice with the pretty flowers on it will make your portrait look very busy. The lattice and the flowers will be a distraction to you and your family.
Remember, the most important part of any portrait is the face. So, you will want to keep the distractions in the background to a minimum.
When Photography By Ski arrives to the location for your portrait, we will scope out areas that will enhance your portrait and give you our recommendations.
A great place for an outdoor portrait is Galveston Beach. Having the Gulf of Mexico as your background…or maybe the sand…would really make a wonderful portrait.
Closer to Houston, parks where there is a nice, thick row of trees or an open field (where the sky is a big part of) will also make for great portrait locations.
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How to Make The Most Of Your Portrait Session – Part 6
June 11, 2011 By
In today’s post, we learn the final tip on making the most of your next portrait session.
Tip #6. Color coordination is even more important when there is a large group!
Back in tip #1, you learned that it is important to coordinate your clothing.
Well, this is important for both small and large groups.
For example, if your group has eight people in it and just one person’s clothes are not colored coordinated, it will (not might) ruin your portrait.
Picture in your mind eight people, seven are dressed in beige khaki pants and navy polo shirts. The eight person (a woman for this example) has decided to wear a bright red dress.
Can you see why this would ruin the portrait?
Now, the only exception to this is bridal portraits. But for this tip, we are talking about family portraits.
It is very important that you take your photographer’s suggestions to heart and make sure that everyone in your group is color coordinated. You’ll thank me later
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