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Wednesday 28 September 2011
Modelling Course
A shot of on the models attending the Model Mentor model training course. Here I am at Model Mentor on such a beautiful day working on the images from the latest session of the training course we run here. Do you need model training? Why not have a look at the Model mentor web site for more details.
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I think you would agree that this girl is beautiful and has potential.
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Tuesday 27 September 2011
Peak FM Calendar
Wonderful day today. I have been at Peak FM all morning choosing all the stars for this years Peak FM Calendar. It is all done for charity so go and visit Peak FM and see more details.
The calendar will be shot over three days at the Model mentor Studios in Chesterfield. See http://www.modelmentor.co.uk
Please support this charity as it raises much needed money for many good causes in the Chesterfield area.
The calendar will be shot over three days at the Model mentor Studios in Chesterfield. See http://www.modelmentor.co.uk
Please support this charity as it raises much needed money for many good causes in the Chesterfield area.
Wednesday 21 September 2011
Education Are Photographic qualifications necessary?
I am off studying again to complete my BA Hons. in Photography. Back to the grindstone with the Open College of Arts.
It all kicks off the argument as to whether a photographer needs qualifications. I suppose the short answer is no but couldn't that apply to to a whole host of occupations?
However gaining a qualification does seem to indicate a desire to succeed and quite a commitment not least of which is the expense.
Three to six years studying does tend to suggest the difference between a dedicated pro and a weekend warrior.
I could argue further but I firmly believe in qualifications and continued education throughout life so yes I do believe a photographer needs to be qualified.
This image is one taken during an assignment during the course. It was shot me Lance Markham of MM Photography at the Model Mentor Studios. http://www.modelmentor.co.uk
It all kicks off the argument as to whether a photographer needs qualifications. I suppose the short answer is no but couldn't that apply to to a whole host of occupations?
However gaining a qualification does seem to indicate a desire to succeed and quite a commitment not least of which is the expense.
Three to six years studying does tend to suggest the difference between a dedicated pro and a weekend warrior.
I could argue further but I firmly believe in qualifications and continued education throughout life so yes I do believe a photographer needs to be qualified.
This image is one taken during an assignment during the course. It was shot me Lance Markham of MM Photography at the Model Mentor Studios. http://www.modelmentor.co.uk
Thursday 1 September 2011
Babies' first year shoots.
Working hard in the Model Mentor Studios. Another monthly shoot of a baby's first year.
Down at the studio we have many customers who either buy or receive, as gifts, vouchers for their baby's first year.
These consist of a monthly mini studio shoot, once a month for the first twelve months of the baby's life.
They say never work with children etc. But these shoots are great fun. It is quite amazing to watch the kids develop.
Check out the Model Mentor web site for further details.
http://modelmentor.co.uk
These consist of a monthly mini studio shoot, once a month for the first twelve months of the baby's life.
They say never work with children etc. But these shoots are great fun. It is quite amazing to watch the kids develop.
Check out the Model Mentor web site for further details.
http://modelmentor.co.uk
Sunday 28 August 2011
New photo album
Have just posted some images on Picassa Albums from Google.
https://picasaweb.google.com/102932595741237752891/StudioShots?authuser=0&feat=directlink
https://picasaweb.google.com/102932595741237752891/StudioShots?authuser=0&feat=directlink
Monday 22 August 2011
Wedding photography pros versus friends with cameras
What is your opinion on this subject area? Do these people who have a decent camera have a place in the competitive world of photography. Much has been written recently about how these friends with cameras are ruining genuine photographers' businesses.
I do cover weddings and it is very hard work, extremely hard work. It is stressful and requires much preparation and meetings with the bride and groom and that is before you get started with the photography.
Many of these decent camera owners can take decent pictures but do the have the experience and know how that is required to produce the finished package. I tend to think not.
The other side of the coin is that people just haven't got the money these days and they have to carefully budget and focus on what is most important to them for their special day.
We as professionals can start to drop our prices but I believe this is wrong. There are still many many customers out there who appreciate that this is a special one off occasion and know the value of having it recorded professionally. They will choose a pro over a friend.
How committed can these friend be?
We will just have to weather the storm and offer the best services and packages without charging the earth for them.
We have the experience and portfolios that the friends do not have.
Yes they can steal work from us but will the customer be satisfied with the end product. It is up to the pros to sell themselves and their products and win the deal.
Lance Model Mentor.
I do cover weddings and it is very hard work, extremely hard work. It is stressful and requires much preparation and meetings with the bride and groom and that is before you get started with the photography.
Many of these decent camera owners can take decent pictures but do the have the experience and know how that is required to produce the finished package. I tend to think not.
The other side of the coin is that people just haven't got the money these days and they have to carefully budget and focus on what is most important to them for their special day.
We as professionals can start to drop our prices but I believe this is wrong. There are still many many customers out there who appreciate that this is a special one off occasion and know the value of having it recorded professionally. They will choose a pro over a friend.
How committed can these friend be?
We will just have to weather the storm and offer the best services and packages without charging the earth for them.
We have the experience and portfolios that the friends do not have.
Yes they can steal work from us but will the customer be satisfied with the end product. It is up to the pros to sell themselves and their products and win the deal.
Lance Model Mentor.
Saturday 20 August 2011
Chelsea appears on XFactor
Dont' worry what team you support follow Chelsea on XFactor starting tonight. See her below, allimages shot at Model Mentor, http://www.modelmentor.co.uk
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