The REAL PHOTOGRAPHER

Now I know this may seem like a dig at "other photographers", but it real isn't. During a few of my recent shoots, something I heard a phenomenal photographer, Susan Stripling say during one of her courses, came ringing back; and that was that everyone thought she had amazing photographs because she photographed at amazing locations. Susan went on to explain and show where some photo's were taken.

I watched this course on Youtube almost a year ago, and it only clicked the other day, which is so true; a true photographer is not phased by the location of his/her shoot as they are able to make something beautiful regardless. And realistically as a client you should engage with your photographer alot, and share your idea's and hear their vision. You will be amazed at how quickly your photographer can take your idea's and create art. You need to meet with your photographer, analyse their work and ask question of where they took certain photos, Im almost guaranteed you will never have expected the answer.

You will be surprised at how many "Proclaimed Photographers" photos I have seem with coke cans in them, other people, fence (and that is commonly seen) rubbish, and just details that should never be seen in a photograph.

This image was taken on a bar counter at a reception... A BAR COUNTER

This photo was taken on a table in a casino outside the reception.

This photo was taken on the side of the road, we literally parked on the side of the road to get this shot

This photo was taken in a busy intersection, in Umhlanga on a Saturday Morning

So, when it comes to getting an amazing photo, regardless of where it is, an experienced, knowledgeable and "Real Photographer" Will be able to get the best photo possible.