Location, location...location

The great thing about location photography is the unlimited creativity and options you will have at your disposal...  Studio photography is fast becoming a thing of the past as more and more photographers of today are able to go anywhere, anytime and shoot without all the fancy equipment and lighting set-ups.  With digital camera technology of today, it automatically gives the photographer a traveling studio within their own camera!  That's why I love on location shoots.  I'm not limited to one lighting setup or a few backdrops or the sometimes clinical feel of a studio.  The most important element of a great photo is not the camera first believe it or not, its the subjects comfort level before the shooting even begins.  If your not comfortable it will show every time.  you ever heard the saying "A camera doesn't lie?"  the slightest twitch of an eyebrow or sweat from nervousness will all be captured with great equipment, and the key to avoiding all the discomfort and nervousness in the first place is to simply shoot where YOU ARE COMFORTABLE!  I remember when I got some of my first professional head shots taken of myself in NewYork and went to a well known photographer.  She had a large studio on the lower east side and I paid a pretty penny for about 45 minutes worth of shooting.  For the first half of the shoot I was so self conscience because although the studio was beautiful, I felt like I had to model, or do something special to turn out a great photo.  The result... half of the photos were worthless and I looked posed, stiff, and just not "me"   When you hire a photographer who shoots on location you can pick where you want your photos taken, in the comfort of your own home, at a favorite park or downtown or wherever you feel best.  It also gives you a part in the process and you become a collaborator in the look and feel of your photos.  After all your paying for them, why not create something you will be happy with.  So think twice when researching photographers, and weigh out the pros and cons of studio vs. on location photography.  the results can make a world of difference!  The above shot was taken right on Ana's front yard in front of her garden.  The mother and baby were both relaxed, at home... comfortable and simply beautiful.