It is common for people to under estimate the importance of the photographer. It is the photographer's skill and vision that makes the difference between a photograph and a snapshot. Most people can't tell you what makes the difference but they can see it in the images. It is the photographer's job to know how to make that difference. Photography is a blend of technical skill and imagination. Many years ago I was at a photo club shoot in which there were a number of models participating. I was shooting at one of the indoor sets with several other photographers when the studio flashes started malfunctioning. At that point I figured there was no reason to continue since anything I shoot would be of poor quality so I disconnected and walked over to a table to set my camera up for shooting outside. Someone else came to the same table and was setting his camera up to connect to the defective lighting rig. When I let him know about the problem he just shrugged and said, "That's where the girl is". It is important to remember that just having an attractive woman in the image is not enough to make it a good photograph. Every photo has a story to tell and it should not be "the photographer didn't care" Figure photography is not as easy as it might seem. It is more that just having a pretty girl take her clothes off. The photographer is often expected to direct hairstyle, wardrobe, posing and to set the mood. Background composition and lighting are also major components of the image. Also no woman is perfect so there may be things that you wish to conceal, often without letting her know that you are doing it. The technical aspects of photography intimidate many people and many of the cameras don't help that with the myriad of features and menus that are provided. However basic operation of a camera is not as complex as you might think and most people can take better pictures with just a few simple tips. When it all comes together the results can be magic. The image is a split second frozen in time. It can reflect a mood or tell a story. It is a reflection of both the model and the photographer. I have received many compliments from the models that I have worked with but the one that stands out the most for me is a friend who told me that the images made her feel better about herself. I often think about this and it has been my goal that whether I am working with a professional or amateur model, at the end of the day she is happy with the images as well. ***************************************************************** 14.95 Instant Electronic Delivery in PDF format
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