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Friday, October 21, 2016

How To Become A Dallas Portrait Photographer

By Douglas Lewis


Photography has become a way of life today. Some years back, photography was taken seriously as a hobby or a full-time or part-time job. People depended on it for a livelihood. Today, things have been changed by the introduction of various technologies, especially smartphones. Several tasks that were previously impossible are now possible with the use of smartphones. Users of thee phones can take as many shots as they want anywhere without restrictions.

It is also possible to install formatting software in smartphones so that photos taken can be edited to enhance color and other aspects of the photos. People share the photos they take and edit on social media such as Facebook and instagram. However, the presence of smartphones and the ability to take and edit photos does not make everyone a professional photographer. In Dallas portrait photographer has to undergo training and perfect the trade through years of experience.

The field of photography does not involve taking photos only. It entails a clear career path, specialized knowledge, use of equipment, and a business model. One needs specialized knowledge in lighting, use of different equipment, staging, shadows, and an eye for angles and images.

Like in most artistic jobs, no definite path exists for one to become a professional in photography. There are several different paths that people follow. However, the first step of the journey is making a decision about the kind of photographer one would like to be. There are various types of photographers, including photojournalists, industrial photographers, scientific photographers, portrait photographers, fine arts photographers, and commercial photographers.

In most cases, portrait photographers work in studios. Clients visiting the studios can have their image taken on various backgrounds. Where necessary, pictures can be printed and placed in frames according to the preferences of the client. Portrait photographers also leave their studios to meet with clients in schools, offices, homes, and parks among other places. They sometimes have to take photos while on such meetings.

Portrait photographers have several responsibilities in their line of work. Once the professional meets with a client in need of photographs, they take time to discuss the kind of images needed and what they will be used for. They also make suggestion on how to achieve the best images for the specific purpose one needs them for. Where necessary, they arrange still life objects, scenes, backgrounds, props, and products for photo shooting.

The work of photography involves liaising with professionals in other fields. Some of the professionals one may need to liaise with are commissioning editors, art directors, graphic designers, writers, gallery managers, and picture researchers. Photographers usually communicate with photographic subjects during photo shoot sessions. They communicate to direct, encourage, and ease tension in the subjects.

It is not mandatory to have a degree in order to work in this field. However, it would be better to have some qualification so as to attract more clients. There are several degree options that one may want to consider. Some of them include graphics, photography, digital imaging, media studies, art and design, and fine art.




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