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Children grow up fast. So quickly that it seems that only last week they brought the son from the maternity hospital, and today he is already bringing a portrait of his mother, brightly colored with felt-tip pens, from the kindergarten.
Children's photographers are called upon to capture and preserve precious moments of childhood, and an excellent photobook is premiumbook, in which you will later collect the best works, will become the most valuable decoration of your home. That's how to choose the same, best, professional photographer from a huge number?
Genres of photography
A professional photographer can often work in different genres. One and the same person can dream for you a holiday in honor of the baby's first birthday and a staged family portrait in a photo studio. Often, a family acquires such a professional as their family photographer, who accompanies all important milestones in the family's life.
But there are narrow specialists. Some photographers work exclusively in studios, using numerous props. Others prefer to come to the client's home and work in an environment familiar to models, in an atmosphere of home warmth and coziness. Some masters like the so-called life-style, that is, live photographs with immediate emotions. Such shots are reminiscent of reportage.
How to find your photographer?
1. First of all, it is necessary to decide with whom it would be more comfortable to cooperate - with a man or with a woman. Among photographers specializing in children's photography, there are more women, but there are also men.
2. Look at the online portfolio. You must like the style in which the author works. It is worth paying attention to photo processing. Are you satisfied with the quality of retouching, color solutions, artistic effects? If in doubt, it is better to find a second photographer.
3. Ask friends, perhaps they will be able to recommend a trusted person and show their wonderful photos.
4. Cheap is not always good! But it is not always bad. Many young and talented photographers are just starting to develop a portfolio, and the cost of their services can please you. It is unknown whether the result will please.
5. Is the photographer pleasant in the community? Is it easy to find a common language with him? Did he pay attention to the wishes? It is important to clarify this before the shooting, otherwise when meeting, the photographer may turn out to be a stern unsmiling person, commanding where to stand and how to look in the frame.
6. Is the chosen master highly employed? The tighter the photographer's schedule, the more in demand he is, and therefore more popular.
7. What is the quantity of finished photos offered by the photographer? Be sure to ask how long you will have to wait for the picture.
8. Will it be necessary to print a photobook, or is a disc enough? Specify in what form the master gives the finished work to clients.
How to prepare for a photo session?
First of all, you need to be in a good mood. It is important to make sure that the baby sleeps and is full and does not quarrel with the family members during the assembly. If you plan to photograph the baby, you need to make sure that he is wearing a dry, clean diaper so that the baby feels comfortable.
The client must trust the photographer! He is a professional and has photographed children hundreds of times. He knows how to do it. It is better to discuss any details, concerns and doubts with him in advance.
Of course, not all clothes are suitable for a photo shoot. Do not hesitate to express your wishes, send photos of costumes to the master and advise on suitable shoes.
If the photographer was invited to take pictures of the discharge from the maternity hospital, the children's birthday, christening, then it is necessary to warn the guests about this. It will not be superfluous to discuss in advance with the photographer what pictures must be taken, for example: a photo of the baby with his great-grandmother and great-grandfather, a couple of general shots and, of course, a large portrait of the hero of the occasion. A good reportage photographer is usually almost invisible, and he captures priceless moments! After all, this photographer came to capture the event, and the event was not organized for the sake of the photographer.
A family photo session is a good tradition, an occasion to bring the whole family together. After a while, the whole family together with the children will be able to review these pictures, recalling the happy events of life. How important it is that these photos were of high quality and could please you for many years!
