Wow. This one kinda floored me. I thought I had some decent shots but this girl really nailed it. Now, if I can just coax her into letting me use some of these......
My uplighting job thru the eyes of a pro photog
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Rick,
I would think she'd let you if she is given proper credit. Seems like great advertising to me.
I would think she'd let you if she is given proper credit. Seems like great advertising to me.
You're telling me. Her prices START at $3k. My nose is very dark brown today. :triwink:
Not to be a stick in the mud, but I will ask just one question.
Did the B&G want the multi-colored uplighting? Or did you start with a solid color & change it later for dancing? (ok, two questions).
Yes, the photographer took some incredible shots, I will say that.
On using these pictures, I would simply ask if you could use them, as long as you give the photographer credit via URL, etc.
Cheers,
Joe
Did the B&G want the multi-colored uplighting? Or did you start with a solid color & change it later for dancing? (ok, two questions).
Yes, the photographer took some incredible shots, I will say that.
On using these pictures, I would simply ask if you could use them, as long as you give the photographer credit via URL, etc.
Cheers,
Joe
MaxxDJ
New DJ
The reason these photos work so well is because the uplighting isn't the focal point. Way too often I'll see uplighting pictures taken by DJs that focus on the wall itself... because to DJs, the wall and uplighting fixtures are what matters.
When you show these off to potential clients, before you start talking about the lighting, ask them what THEY notice in the pictures. Their answers likely won't have anything to do with the lighting in the room. What they'll tell you they see are happy people dancing, a smiling bride and a couple slow-dancing. This is your perfect opportunity... "Yes, you're right - but I also want you to take note of the color along the tent. That's not Photoshop; it's a special service that we offer. Our lighting design adds flair and elegance to the room that you wouldn't get otherwise. Is this something you might be interested in?".
(Adapt the question any way you want...).
When you show these off to potential clients, before you start talking about the lighting, ask them what THEY notice in the pictures. Their answers likely won't have anything to do with the lighting in the room. What they'll tell you they see are happy people dancing, a smiling bride and a couple slow-dancing. This is your perfect opportunity... "Yes, you're right - but I also want you to take note of the color along the tent. That's not Photoshop; it's a special service that we offer. Our lighting design adds flair and elegance to the room that you wouldn't get otherwise. Is this something you might be interested in?".
(Adapt the question any way you want...).
Great observation. These also got me to thinking because of the way she's handling her focus. You see the subjects in the foreground (shiney, happy people) who are razor-sharp. The background is blurred but yet you have these all these dazzling colors going on. I think she did a superb job of framing it and it certainly gives me more ideas to up my camera game as well.
The photographer looking for Rick
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