Finding the perfect photographer for your photography session is crucial if you want to have an incredible experience. Much like any other creative service that you could hire somebody for, photographers come in a lot of different shapes, sizes, and flavors. That is to say that because we are creatives, we often have our own signature style in the way that we shoot photos. Everything from the gear that we use to the style of photos that we take, and even the way that we interact with clients and customers vary drastically. At hushXpose, we know that finding the perfect photographer matters to you so we’ve put together a list of what to look for in your ideal photographer.
Technical Proficiency
Photography is a craft and our cameras, lights, and editing software are our tools. In order to be a great photographer we really need to know how to use all of our tools and when the best time to use them is. When you hire a photographer you want to hire somebody who is familiar with their equipment so that they spend less time messing around with their camera and more time taking working. Especially if you are hiring a photographer for a session that is paid for by the hour.
Creativity
Photographers are artists and finding an artist that sees eye to eye with your vision is important! One of the most important aspects of photography is the ability of the photographer to think out of the box and come up with visually stunning images even when they aren’t working with much in terms of budget for production quality.
Do You Mesh With Your Photographer’s Personality
Finding a photographer that you get on with and that you thoroughly enjoy working with is important. Your photographer will likely do a lot of work to get you to come out of your shell and to be comfortable in front of the camera. This is especially true with creative photography and boudoir photoshoots. Before signing a contract or exchanging any money, be sure to meet your photographer and have a conversation with them. By getting a feel for what your photographer is like as a person will help you get a preview for what working them must be like.
Is the Photographer Within Your Budget?
In the world of photography, there are two kinds of photographers: those who work for an established business with set rates and those who work freelance. You may be able to find a quality photographer for an affordable price, but this is very much a “you get what you pay” for kind of deal. Established photographers will cost a little more than a new freelance photographer, but they have more experience and will be more likely to guarantee a quality end-result. When you’re looking to hire a photographer, you want to make sure that you are working with somebody who fits within your budget. They may not be the photographer that you wanted, but its important that you pay a fair rate.