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HIRING A PHOTOGRAPHER 101 • PLANNING YOUR SESSION • POSING AND BEAUTY TIPS
When you’re considering photographers for your wedding, family portrait, or other photo needs, one of the first things you’re going to realize is that all photographers have their own unique style. Because it has such a profound effect on not only how you relive the moment, but also how you display and enjoy the images later, it’s important to understand style and how it affects you.
Read MoreWhile everyone is thinking about all the details of the day itself, there’s one detail that nearly every couple overlooks, or altogether ignores….the Unexpected. While we don’t like to think that a Hurricane, a Global Pandemic (I’m lookin’ at you COVID-19!), or even a simple Injury or Family Emergency will ever affect us, the best way to deal with them is to have a plan BEFORE they happen. Here’s how:
Read MoreWhen a relationship begins in grade school, then picks back up 12 years later, you know it was meant to be! Lindsey and Keith waited for the perfect moment and the perfect place to get married, choosing Key West, Florida for their destination elopement, and made it extra special by inviting the monarchs, colorful birds, and even two flamingoes as guests to their wedding when they exchanged their vows at the Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory.
Read MoreBrandon had submitted his application for a mortgage, when it landed in the hands of Alexis, the woman who would change his life forever. After meeting in person, Alexis knew that he was “the one”, and they were inseparable from that day on. With a love of travel, their romance would eventually lead to a destination wedding in Key West, which I was glad to become part of!
Read MoreWhen you’re considering photographers for your wedding, family portrait, or other photo needs, one of the first things you’re going to realize is that all photographers have their own unique style. Because it has such a profound effect on not only how you relive the moment, but also how you display and enjoy the images later, it’s important to understand why it’s important to get this one critical element right in the beginning.
Read MoreI asked my professional photographer colleagues from around the country one simple question: “What do you wish your clients knew before they hired you?” and the results were interesting, humorous, and in some ways reaffirming. Here’s what they had to say:
Read MoreWhenever I have a family contact me about a portrait session, after receiving the packages and pricing, I often will have the discussion with clients about the differences between the types of sessions I offer. Instead of trying to describe the variation of images from each location and session length, I thought it would be easier if I just showed you!
Read MoreIf you’re in the process of researching photographers for your wedding, you have probably come across the options for “Photo Assistant”, and “Second Shooter”, and you may be wondering what the differences are, and do you need to worry about booking one or the other?
Read MoreYour photography package will likely include a set of Digital Files, so it's important to understand the rules around copyright, ownership and the use of professional photos.
Read MoreWhile attending nursing school, Amber went to a baseball game with friends, and met Adam - a fellow sports fan - and their relationship grew from there. Despite years of living in different cities while trying to finish school, the two worked toward the day they could be together forever, culminating at last with a gorgeous destination wedding in the Florida Keys, as they said “I do” on the beach of the Playa Largo Resort in Key Largo, Florida.
Read MoreNot all digital files are created equally. When hiring a professional photographer, you will often receive your images in several formats, and they all have their place, depending on your needs. Learn more about the difference between Digital Proofs and Printable files at various sizes.
Read MoreIf you're getting married in Key West, you might be curious how the overall laid-back atmosphere translates to photographer dress code. Just because the wedding is less formal doesn’t mean you want your vendors showing up in any old thing. Enjoy this fun diagram of what you might expect!
Read MoreWhile photographers you hire from back home will be able to deliver technically accurate and aesthetically pleasing results, when getting married in Key West you should consider that a local photographer has a lot going for them that their out-of-town counterparts do not.
Read MoreAshley and Robert knew that when they got married, they wanted it to be somewhere warm, beautiful, surrounded by water and loved ones. They found that when they decided to have their wedding at the Perry Hotel in Key West, Florida, where we documented their big day in both photo and video from the first blush of rosy cheeks to the cutting of the cake that evening.
Read MoreIf you’re asking this one question of your photographer, you’re significantly limiting the value they can bring you from your wedding day or portrait session with them. Most clients ask because that’s all they know. Some ask for certain reasons, but are often amazed when the myths surrounding those reasons are debunked.
Read MoreYou’ve booked your Family Portraits, but now you realize you have no idea what to wear. Here are a few recommendations for what to think about as you plan for your shoot to help you look your best.
Read MoreSix years ago, Ali was a busy university student, when he got invited to attend a back-to-school themed party. It was there that he met Gina, and the rest - as they say - was history. It was on a scheduled trip to Key West, Florida, when Ali decided he wanted to ask Gina to marry him, and what better place than the beautiful beach at sunset?
Read MoreAfter getting every hair into place, slipping on the dress that was truly "the one", and matching it with the perfect shoes, you want to take a few minutes on your wedding day to let your photographer capture some stunning bridal portraits of you. Gone are the days of stuffy poses and dead stares. Today's bridal portraits are fresh, romantic, and sometimes even a little sexy.
Read MoreKelly and Sasha’s day started with getting ready photos at La Concha Hotel and Pelican Landing Resort, before heading to Fort Zachary Taylor State Park to have their first look inside the historic fortress, and then it was off to the Fly Navy Base in Key West to celebrate their ceremony overlooking the water at the Sunset Tiki Grill.
Read MoreThe call came in from the publisher for New York Moves Magazine. She shared that they had their annual Power Women edition coming out, where they celebrate influential women at the top of their industries. Helena Bonham Carter was being photographed for the cover in New York, but they’d seen my work in women’s portraiture online, and needed photos of the first American female cruise ship captain. Naturally, I dove right in!
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