When I was looking for a 360 camera I settled on the Samsung Gear 360. I got the Gear VR when I got my Samsung Galaxy 7 phone and decided to go ahead an grab the Gear 360 camera. It’s great, it’s compact, lightweight and portable. You can shoot stills or video. The video function…
NATURAL LIGHTING OUTDOORS Lighting is the most important aspect of good photography. No matter how great the camera is, lighting can make or break the image. Images taken outdoors should be taken during the…
BUSINESS TYPES You should establish your photography business as either a sole proprietorship or single member LLC. Many photographers choose to establish their business with their name. A sole proprietorship and LLC are great but an LLC gives you added legal protections. INCOME SOURCES My income sources…
MODEL RELEASES Make sure your models sign a release and if they are under 18 have a parent or guardian present. I digitize and save all model releases in google drive. There are even apps for your phone or tablet that allow the model to sign a release right at the shoot. CONTRACTS You must…
Your choice of lenses are important for the situation. A zoom lens is ideal for a wedding or event where you are constantly moving around. A prime lens is difficult to work with in these types of situations. Say you have a group shot at a wedding reception and need to get everyone in the…
I got this little camera back in the summer of 2016. I’ve used on several paid gigs from weddings to events. This photo was shot with the Olympus OM-D EM10. What I love about it is that it is great for a backup camera or those getting started. Although not considered the professional camera in…