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Rediscovering Photographic Creativity in Costa Rica: Exploring New Surroundings
In everyday life, it’s easy for photographers to find themselves burnt out and disconnected from their artistic passion. However, there is a sanctuary, a place where creative sparks can reignite, and inspiration can flow freely again. Costa Rica is a breathtaking country that offers diverse landscapes, rich nature, and vibrant…
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The Art of Subtlety: Enhancing Portraits
The Art of Subtlety: Enhancing Portraits with Minimal Post-Production Adjustments Minimal Post-Production Techniques In the age of digital photography, post-production has become an essential part of the creative process. While it’s tempting to apply numerous filters and adjustments to achieve a desired effect, sometimes less is more. By employing minimal…
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Interview with Go Solo - JaneVision Photography by Rachael Jane
Copyright Rachael Jane 2023 Thank you go solo for the opportunity to answer some of you questions about freelance photography. Go Solo HomeCollab NetworkEntrepreneur StoriesGrowth Playbooks ENTREPRENEUR STORIESGO SOLO IN THE USGO SOLO STORIESPHOTOGRAPHYWOMEN-OWNED SMALL BIZ Soulful Visions through the Lens - Rachael Jane1 0 days ago by Team Subkit…
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Corporate Headshots in digital print
I remember photographing Bob Haney along with his some of his executive team at AgriSompo. My colleague Alison Barnes-Martin and I set up early on location to be prepared to run team members through quickly in order to meet their busy schedule demands. We had only a few minutes with…
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Achieving that Polished Professional Look
Having hair and make-up done can make all the difference in looking subtly polished as a professional executive photo or for a high school senior portrait. It’s easiest to schedule it built into the photo session. It adds an hour to an hour and a half to the total shoot.…
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Studio Tour
Welcome to Cap Gun Studios located in the West Bottoms Kansas City warehouse district. Home of the largest Cap Gun in the Guinness book of world records. A large Cap Gun hangs above the entrance door . This is a quick tour of my studio which is a shared space… -
To Light or Not to Light
Natural Lighting with a reflector
Artificial lighting in combination with natural
Natural Light Portrait- Window Light
Artificial Light Portrait- Two lights If you are hiring a photographer to shoot one portrait or several for a corporate website or personal use, it is important to think about what you expect from…
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What to Wear and How to Prepare for a Photoshoot
Tips for what to Wear These are recommendations for formal professional headshots and can be slightly modified for a more casual portrait session. EVERYONE -Avoid sun exposure for 1-2 days prior to headshot session. -Hair should be clean and dry. -Make sure all clothing is pressed and lint free. -Simple…
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How Much Should You Pay for a Photographer?
How Much Should a Portrait Shoot Cost? Google says that portraits range from $150-300. They can also go up depending on the complexity and needs of the image. A photographer will need to charge a minimum of $400 per day to cover the cost of living when they are keeping…
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Trust Your Photographer
How to Insure a successful photoshoot: The most important thing you can do to help insure a successful photo session is TRUST YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER. Trusting that your photographer can make a good image of you if you follow their lead is important for the photographer to bring their skill and…