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A blog collection of tips and tricks for your Atlanta portrait and headshot sessions, and some recaps of my past work with amazing clients.
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How To Choose The Best Colors to Wear for Photos
There’s an art to picking the best colors for photos. It’s like choosing the right colors for a room. Not only do you know it when you see it, but…
High-Speed Sync Trail Runner
Shooting outside is excellent. Shooting outside with flash is a pain. Personally, I love making that compromise because it looks freaking amazing. In this article, I explain how to light an editorial type runner shoot outdoors in screaming sunlight using High-Speed Sync.
How Much Does A Portrait Photographer Cost?
How much does a portrait photographer cost? Hiring a photographer is like buying a car; you can spend a little for a car that gets you from A to B…
My Top 2020 Moments
2020 has really been something. A dumpster fire is the first description that comes to mind. And as we’re counting down the days until 2021 and a year that will hopefully see some semblance of old norms by the summer, I decided to find and appreciate the good things that happened this year. 2020 has been terrible and stressful and painful in numerous ways, but it’s been pretty incredible too. I didn’t realize how good until I started the annual exercise of reviewing my numbers and budgeting for next year (yes, I’m one of those nerds). Here are some of my top moments of 2020, both photographically and personally.
How I Photograph BIPOC For Portraits And Headshots
Photography knows no bounds. It is a medium that highlights everything from food to war. Unfortunately, photography has also shown bias in its history. This bias has affected how we…
How To Prepare For Your Photo Session | A Complete Guide
When getting your photos taken, there are things you rely on your photographer to do well: posing, lighting, and composition. As a client and the subject, you should be able…
What Should I Bring To A Portrait Session?
Do you know what to bring to your portrait session? I know, I know – you’re already anxious about looking your best and trying not to look goofy when you…
What To Do If It Rains On Your Photoshoot?
What do you do if it rains on your photoshoot? If you live in Atlanta, you know that the weather is pretty fickle. The saying goes, “If you don’t like…
About Mike – Stories of Why #3
Going beyond the “About Me” section of my website. This is Story #3 about what inspires my photography. Explosions, electricutions, and inventions; oh my!
Nail What to Wear For Your Portraits Session With 30+ Tips
Alrighty, it’s almost photo time! You’ve picked your portrait session date, we’ve talked about the schedule, where to meet, and brainstormed concepts. There’s a lot going on and I’m sure you’re thinking, “I’m excited, a little nervous, and OMG, WHAT DO I WEAR!?!??!”