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Sunday, September 7, 2008

Choosing The Right Photography Equipment

By Ward Torres


What's the difference between being on staff and being a freelancer? The short answer is about 250,000 jobs: as more and more magazines, newspapers, and wire services have cut costs by eliminating staff positions, they have increasingly turned to freelancers as a more economical and more flexible alternative. There are currently tens of thousands of freelancers and stringers who supply the vast majority of the images for all but the largest few dozen publications, and there are benefits and detriments for both sides.Each of our photographers has at least 2 of every piece of equipment with him at the wedding. If something breaks, the "on-call" photographer is called upon. He is equipped with a cell phone, a case filled with additional equipment, and a schedule for each wedding for that weekend.

Do you have a studio? Yes, I have partnered with fellow photographer Doug Churchill and we now have pro studio equipment that can be used at the home studio or on location, anywhere, anytime, with or without a power source. For example, we could do a professional lighting setup in your home, on top of a mountain, or in a back alley.I find there are many benefits to having an additional photographer working along side me on your wedding day. Some examples are: A. We are able to split up and cover two different areas at the same time. An example would be the bride entering the church and the reaction of the groom as he sees his beautiful bride for the first time.

How does the quality of digital compare to film? It compares very well. The quality of a great film generated photograph depends on the same principles as a great photograph generated by digital capture. The skill of the photographer in artistry, the mastery of lighting and equipment, and a reliable lab are all paramount issues regardless of the source of image capture. In the case of digital, the photographer needs a high degree of computer mastery and considerable skill in the photo software industry standard, Adobe Photoshop.I use natural light and flash. The choice depends entirely on what type of headshot you want. The weather can also be a factor. I wouldn't recommend being too concerned about technical questions.

Why do your packages include two photographers? I find there are many benefits to having an additional photographer working along side me on your wedding day. Some examples are: A. We are able to split up and cover two different areas at the same time. An example would be the bride entering the church and the reaction of the groom as he sees his beautiful bride for the first time. C. We have the ability to capture different angles of view, which would be impossible for a single photographer.Wedding photography in Utah is actually some of the least expensive anywhere in the United States, with that said, it is important to understand that to become a Professional Photographer takes a lot of time and money.

Will digital make me a better photographer? First, we need to think clearly about what it means to be a good photographer. This entails having the artistic sense to understand and create good compositions, the equipment to capture the image, and the know-how to control the equipment properly. Simply purchasing a digtal camera will not impove your composition skills or increase your know-how. However, there are at least three ways that digital camera technology can help you: It can help you learn faster.Yes, unless otherwise specified. In cases where you will be working with another photographer, you will clearly be told this immediately after your initial inquiry and will be shown samples of their own work. Note that we most often shoot with an assistant who takes care of lighting and equipment. This assistant may also shoot when time permits.

What happens if a camera or other equipment breaks down at my wedding? Each of our photographers has at least 2 of every piece of equipment with him at the wedding. If something breaks, the "on-call" photographer is called upon. He is equipped with a cell phone, a case filled with additional equipment, and a schedule for each wedding for that weekend. In case of an equipment malfunction, the "on-call" photographer will bring out the necessary equipment.No, we are a full-service company. We provide the equipment, the photographer and the technical knowledge to get your virtual tours and still shots online.

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