The Best Time of Day For a Portrait Session
“What Time” is among the most important questions people ask when they’re thinking about scheduling portraits—it’s a good question. It’s also one that’s a little more elusive than it might seem. If your only consideration is the aesthetic quality of the photos, and...
The Challenge of a Family Portrait Session, According to the Kid’s Age
I think practically every family would like to have some nice portraits taken at some point—whether that’s hiring professionals like us, or just working with a friend who likes to take pictures. But, it seems that even where very low-cost options are available,...
How to DIY Your Headshots (If You Have To)
Let me be candid for a moment—you should not take your headshot yourself. Even professional photographers, unless it’s part of some art project, usually get a colleague to make their headshot. The purpose of a headshot is to help you make connections you need, help...
How to Hire an Amateur Photographer and Not Be Disappointed
What’s the difference between an amateur and a professional photographer? There’s no easy answer to that. Depending on which amateur and which professional, the difference may not be significant. Maybe there’s none at all. But, in general, the difference is probably...