Human beings are heavily influenced by visuals and aesthetics. Photographers use this human characteristic to create job opportunities in the marketing, fashion and environmental sector. They capture images that other people will pay to see or to keep as memories. Photographers are knowledgeable about cameras and have a talent to communicate a message with the right type of image.
Popular Photographer Services Include:
Studio photography
In a studio, a photographer can take photos in a controlled environment. Photographers can determine the amount and direction of light that’s needed to garner the best effect for the photographs’ purpose. This is an excellent approach for family photos so the unpredictable South African weather doesn’t ruin a shoot.
Wildlife photographers
Wildlife photographers have state of the art equipment and long camera lenses. This allows them to take high quality pictures from far away, so even dangerous animals can be photographed without being disturbed. South Africa with its many nature reserves and animals such as the ‘Big Five’ is the ideal country to take this type of photo. These photos are used in magazines or by people who want to remember the beautiful places they visited.
Fashion photography
South Africa’s beaches and bushveld is a favourite background choice of many fashion photographers. Models showcase clothing and jewellery in beautiful surrounds for designers’ marketing campaigns. Fashion photographers are skilled at using the bright South African sunlight to benefit the photoshoot. These photographers are hired by prospective models to compile portfolios.
Photojournalism
Photographers don’t only create the perfect picture to capture, they also capture real life. When they attempt photojournalism they capture images to convey a message or story about current world events. One example is the role photographs play during political unrest in South Africa. These photographers sometimes put their lives at risk, but have the privilege of helping the media report the truth.
5 Tips when Hiring a Photographer
1. Ask for a portfolio
You’ll only know whether photographers deliver excellent images if you can view their past work. Look at how they use light and décor, so you know whether they’ll meet your requirements.
2. Confirm details about the package you purchase
Photographers offer certain packages to clients. They differ in price, time allocated to the shoot, amount of pictures that will be delivered and the prints included. Make sure you understand what you’re paying for. Is it what you need? Does this package transport costs? Can you add additional features at extra costs?
3. Ask about colours and decor
Colour plays a huge role in photographs. Make sure you wear clothes that complement the photo, rather than attract attention from important features such as faces. Your photographer will guide you in what clothing and décor will work best.
4. Ask the advice of creative people around you
If you’re unsure about a photographer’s quality of work, simply ask amateur photographers in your family, or creative people such as people who love to draw. By looking at a photographer’s portfolio, these creative people will quickly see and show you the value of the work.
5. You’re allowed to voice your opinion
Photographers have skills to capture moments, people and images, but if you’re paying for a specific task, don’t feel you can’t share your thoughts. The photos need to be in line with what you want to use them for. Modern cameras have a quick view function. Ask to view some of the photos throughout the shoot. Gauge whether you’ll be happy with the final product and make suggestions if you need a different outcome.