Who needs a headshot?
WHO NEEDS A HEADSHOT?
First I’ll explain and then I’ll ask. Headshot- n. a photograph of someone's face, especially a promotional photograph of a model, actor, or author. This definition is somewhat dated. With the importance of social media, everyone putting themselves out there needs one.
Entrepreneurs - You’re starting from scratch and people want to know who you are. People respond to visuals much more than just some bio. Putting your best foot forward is key when networking and doing the leg work to promote your business.
Professionals- Doctors, lawyers, and real estate agents are constantly promoting or being printed in some amazing newsletter, magazine, or newspaper for the amazing work they do.
Social Media Influencers- Content is king when it comes to social media and when it comes to visuals, Instagram is the kingdom. Headshots, glamour shots, and behind the scene shots are currency. LinkedIn is becoming a close 2nd, if not more important, for headshots.
Now I ask again… Who needs a headshot?
Full day rates, half day rates, and individual headshots are available.
Questions about headshot sessions email me at gonzalo@grdesignphoto.com (link below).
Photography & Editing
How well can your photographer edit?
If your photographer shoots, dumps the images on a card, and makes you download your images from a rinky dink google email, you got robbed. There are so many reasons your photographer needs to be able to edit images. I wont bore you with all of them. I will just stick with my top 3 reasons.
Control what you can’t control
You can’t control the weather or how busy your location will be in real life. You can in Photoshop though. The right photographer can remove people and make it a bright, beautiful day.
Head swaps and out with the ugly
Let’s keep it real. Kids are goofballs and when you want a family picture they never want to cooperate. Photoshop and a tripod are your photographer’s best friend in this situation. Also, no one wants garbage cans, people, or ugly looking trees in their background.
Safety!
If your newborn photographer lets your baby sit in a froggy position and doesn’t piece together this shot, scream at them. Don’t let your baby be put in danger.
Who needs a headshot?
WHO NEEDS A HEADSHOT?
First I’ll explain and then I’ll ask. Headshot- n. a photograph of someone's face, especially a promotional photograph of a model, actor, or author. This definition is somewhat dated. With the importance of social media, everyone putting themselves out there needs one.
Entrepreneurs - You’re starting from scratch and people want to know who you are. People respond to visuals much more than just some bio. Putting your best foot forward is key when networking and doing the leg work to promote your business.
Professionals- Doctors, lawyers, and real estate agents are constantly promoting or being printed in some amazing newsletter, magazine, or newspaper for the amazing work they do.
Social Media Influencers- Content is king when it comes to social media and when it comes to visuals, Instagram is the kingdom. Headshots, glamour shots, and behind the scene shots are currency. LinkedIn is becoming a close 2nd, if not more important, for headshots.
Now i ask again… Who needs a headshot?
Full day rates, half day rates, and individual headshots are available.
Questions about headshot sessions email me at gonzalo@grdesignphoto.com (link below).
The Guess What, The Glow, and The Binkie
Being blessed with a pregnancy could very well be some of the most beautiful months of your life. What better way to cherish your memories than a photo session to mark these beautiful moments.
Lets make the announcement of your bundle of joy something memorable with the GUESS WHAT.
Show everyone your how beautiful your belly bump is with THE GLOW
When the amazing moment comes and you give birth to the most beautiful baby you've ever seen cherish it with THE BINKIE.
A little more clarification: The Guess What includes The Glow and The Binkie. The Glow includes The Binkie.
Know someone who is expecting? $$$. Referral Bonus $$$$ available. Is someone very close to you expecting? Gift Certificates available.
Thank you for a successful Christmas season!
Hi guys,
I must start by saying THANK YOU for everyone who made this Christmas season such a success! Whether it was posting and raving about the job I did, calling me directly telling me how everyone loved their cards, or simply liking and comment on some of the images it is much appreciated.
There are a lot of new things planned for 2018!!! Though I might not blog about what's going on, the other social media outlets are updated constantly. Follow to stay informed.
A huge congratulations to a great friend and few tips for outdoor wedding photography
I had the honor of shooting a childhood friend's wedding this weekend. CONGRATS JAY AND MARYAM!! For those who are close to Jay and Maryam, enjoy the teasers. For those looking for a few outdoor photography tips, continue reading after the images
Photography talk now. I might lose some of you here.
Ok, so as you can see it was a quaint, beautiful wedding. You might also notice it is super sunny and the sun was at a very high point causing a shadow in everyone's eyes. A quick fix would be to raise the shadow level in Lightroom. There is more artistic freedom in the couple shots.
Do as much as you can do inside the camera. If there is less to edit then workflow is a breeze. Come prepared. I travel with my strobe lights and a lithium battery so that means instant strobes anywhere. Another must have is a ND Filter. This helps keep the shallow depth of field (bokeh) on sunny days. Yes, some math is involved. Without a high speed sync, I must keep my shutter speed under 200. Thats what the ND Filter helps with. From there it's photographer's choice on what your filler light and what your main light source will be, sun or strobe.
Images were shot with a Canon 5D Mark III Lens: 85mm L Series ISO 100 Shutter Speed 200 Fstops 3.5-5.6
For more information on wedding photography you can check it out here: http://shootdotedit.com/2018/04/how-to-edit-wedding-photos/
Spring 2016 Maternity / Newborn Shoots
Had a wonderful time these past few days shooting multiple families. First there is Baby Aksel's Newborn Family Photoshoot which was done in the comfort of their own home.
Click on photo to see more from this shoot.
Next there was Pilar's Maternity Family Shoot. This was shot on a beautiful day in the Colonial Park Gardens in Somerset.
Click to see more from this shoot.
Call or click to book a session today. 973.508.2080 gonzalo@grdesignphoto.com