First cameras became simple and cheap and many decided to be their own amateur photographer. When digital photography lowered the cost factor, the average person could now be both photographer and photo shop for much less than prints formerly cost. Yet, sometimes it’s just good to leave the photography to others, and here are some reasons why.
If you are the one to record an event like a family reunion, you know the bondage of always feeling like you must be looking for the perfect shot. To be good you must think like a photographer. Have you ever taken so much time to get a shot that you missed the event? Recently we got a call to watch a TV station to see our granddaughter in a parade. I spent the time trying to get the camera to focus on the TV and missed seeing her. I wish I had just enjoyed the moment and waited until they sent the pictures.
It is true that, with all the electronics, cameras today can be very easy to use. However, it can be difficult to keep straight how to make the camera do what you want. What do all the icons on top mean? Do you know how to turn on or off the auto focus or flash? What does P, TV, Av, or M stand for? Unless you use these features regularly, you will find it difficult to keep it all in your mind, and if you don’t the features are as good as missing from the camera.
If you are going to be the photographer at an event, you will need to get in some conspicuous place so you can get just the right angle. Then it’s hard to find people who enjoy the camera pointing at them every other minute. Then you will coax them, tease them, bribe them, trick them until you can get the memory. Wouldn’t it be nice if someone else were the bad guy next time?
All right, you do become the chief photographer at an important event. Now guess who will get requests for CDs full of pictures, as if you have plenty of free time to dedicate to this. Or they may be sending you an email asking you to post the pictures online or send them as attachments to your email.
It is not just a matter of time either. Online posting of digital photography is great, but some people can’t access it. For them you will need to buy photographic paper and lots of ink for your printer. Oh, you don’t have a printer? If not, be sure to get one that has multiple ink cartridges so that they can be replaced individually when all the relatives keep asking for more prints.
If you want to look like a tourist, by all means hang a camera around your neck and draw it to your eye regularly. And don’t be surprised if people decide your pictures are more important to you than they are.
Think of this: if you have a minor plumbing problem, you fix it yourself. But when a major problem arises, you take it to a mechanic. The same can be said of photography. Don’t get rid of your camera. But when it comes to those really important events, hire an expert, kick up your heels, and enjoy yourself for once.
When you want your photos done right, choosing the best photographer for your needs is worth the investment. If you follow the principles above, you will likely be glad you had it done professionally. Del Haven Studio is the location of an experienced Virginia Beach Wedding Photographer who is very skilled – as you can see from her website portfolio.
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