While I enjoy taking photos, I consider myself little more than a hack. The truth is, I have to take a whole lot of photos to get just a few really good ones. I have a feeling that folks like Chase Jarvis do not have that problem. One of these days I would love to have the opportunity to study under a real professional, but until that day comes at least we can get a nice overview of what it really takes from Chase.
Here’s a great, and short, video that outline the entire process of a professional photo shoot. Chase and the team take us from start to finish during a shoot for the ladies PGA. It’s amazing to see how much gear he has, as well as what all is involved in making this shoot happen.
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I never realized that there was so much involved in a professional shoot. Granted, most of my photography consists of women and I’m more concerned about their body parts than I am about lighting, I do a decent amount of car and still life photography as well. However, most of that is done on the fly; and if it isn’t done with a cell phone camera, chances are it is still looks like it was taken at a similarly sophomoric level.
Very nice. I am a photographer too. This is a very serious business, and trust me, you didn’t see all in this clip. It’s a hard work. The harder part it’s not at shooting, it’s at post-production. I spent many hours in front of the computer to make 2-3 excellent pictures. Anyway, it’s a lovely hobby that brings cash :)
Yeah, I bet it is hard work. Keep up the great pics.
It’s certainly not an easy job as we see in the video. I cannot imagine I doing it myself but I have determined to get some of them happening using my new Nikon SLR camera next month onwards.
Always amazes me what a focus action seems to be capable of accomplishing. Fun post, thank you!! :)
I take my hat off to photographers. They are true artists who never cease to amaze me with their ability to make even the mundane look special!
I still have a lot of problems taking good photos with a digital camera no matter how much lessons I take. Even with non-moving objects, my pictures always come out blurry. I don’t think my hands shake that much.
Kai,
Most people make the mistake of moving too soon after they take a photo. You have to stand very still while you are taking it, and pause for a second or two afterwards.
Of course, the easiest way to really impact your picture quality is with a little travel tripod. Cheap, portable and you’ll get much better results.
John P.