Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Where to do on-location portraits...

Since I am predominately an on-location portrait photographer, a common question for me when I am scheduling a portrait is, "Where should we do it?"



There are several thing to consider when planning this. One question to ask yourself is "Do I want indoor or outdoor photographs?" If it is in the wintertime, make sure if you say outdoor you wouldn't mind being a little chilly especailly towards the end of the session. I have done great portraits in the colder months outdoors and even in the snow!



If you want indoor photographs at your house, make sure your furniture can be moved around if need be. Also, consider as an option a place important to you or your family, perhaps a yearly vacation spot. Even if you're not sure how conducive the spot will be to photography, ask! It might make for fantastic photographs. For example, recently a couple wanted their engagement photograph taken at the pool hall where they met. Even though they ultimately chose a different spot, the location, lower light aside, was a great idea.

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