Portrait: Daphne

By Carl Reid on December 5, 2009 9:24 PM | 1 Comment | No TrackBacks
Calm [kɑːm] - absence of disturbance; Serenity; tranquillity; peaceful

I first met Daphne at my son's soccer practice. Though our conversation was breif we hit it off right away.  A few weeks later we were able to connect for a photo shoot. She had a great idea to surprise her boyfriend with a portrait collage of her for Christmas. Naturally we had to take that challenge but not without offering her a challenge of our own.  We suggested "Would you be up for taking a few images on the train tracks?" She shook her head from side to side and laughed nervously for a few seconds then "oh...are you serious???" 

Enjoy.

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First Impressions

By Carl Reid on October 13, 2009 3:44 AM | 3 Comments | No TrackBacks
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Thank you to 1st impressions. 

If it wasn't for 1st impressions, I would not have left a lasting impression on my high school sweetheart who later became my wife. 

When we first met, you were reading a magazine. And the only thing I could think of to strike up a conversation was to ask to read your magazine. Of course, I did not know at the time that you were reading the Glamour magazine. But whether it was considered a good or bad impression, it made a memorable moment for our first encounter and I'm glad for it.

Here is to more memorable moments as impactful as the first time we met...Happy Anniversary.

The Top 3 Traits Clients look for in a Photographer.

By Carl Reid on October 11, 2009 5:35 AM | 2 Comments | No TrackBacks
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I recently conducted a survey to help prepare for the next season of photography sessions. I found the answers to be both surprising and intriguing. I'm always building my database so feel free to add your thoughts as well. 

How did you first discover your photographer, Referral, Internet, Gallery, previous weddings or other? (In Order of Frequency)
  1. Referral
  2. Wedding Show
  3. Previous Wedding
What is more important when selecting your photographer, the photographer's work or the photographer's personality or other? 
Numerous responses advised that both the quality of work and the photographer's personality are equal. But in order of phases throughout the photographer/client selection process I've listed them below.
  1. Phase 1 - Initial Impression: Work 
  2. Phase 2 - Deciding Factor: Personality 
  3. Phase 3 - Closing the Deal: Price

What is your least favourite aspect of the photography business? 
  1. Hidden Cost or negotiating price
  2. Speed of response from Photographer
What is your favourite aspect of the photography business?
Hands down the majority of the responses reflected the following:  
  • The final product of special moments captured.