I am always so surprised at how much fun and enjoyment I have when I get to do a photo shoot. I does not matter how many times I may have taken the same occassion...I cannot help but feel giddy that I am able to turn my passion into one that provides memories. I got to take photos of this sweet lady as she begins a new journey by being baptized. It is one of the first steps to growing up. I love capturing this on film for the families to relive over and over. But my favorite part of taking pictures is the ones that are unexpected. I love it when I can capture the personality of the person in what I call outtakes. Outtakes are images that they are just being who they truly are and forget about the camera. I find something special and magical about capturing this. This sweet girl was so full of energy and enthusiasm for everything around her and it showed in these images. So remember to step back and let these people that you are trying to capture to be themselves. You will be happy you did!
The difference between a snapshot vs a portrait. Do you know the difference?
A SNAPSHOT!
A snapshot is an “in the moment” and a portrait is posed. Which one is more important? Both.
I have caught some of my best images when it is just on the fly. The thing I love the most is when the subject
is not looking at me. When they do not
notice that I am photographing even better.
I feel that you are able to capture them in their natural state. It seems people “turn on” when they know they
are photographed. The downfall with
snapshots is that you have little control of the background and the
lighting.
A PORTRAIT!
Even though I love snapshots,
portraits have their place. Portraits
can capture a person at their best. In a
portrait you are looking at the camera (generally but not always) and stage a pose. I love to always have a photo with me. Most people do, that is what is nice about
smartphones because now-a-day phones take fabulous photos. I have taken many snapshots with my
phone. Time to practice both. Try getting out there and practice both.
Keep on pushing (the camera button) until next time.
This beautiful young lady was a delight to photograph. She was a joy to spend time with and I am sure she is going places in her life.










