Photography Basics With Tracey Devereaux

Hey hey! 

This weekend was a huge weekend of mini sessions with the added bonus of a full shoot as well.

I had 20 families booked in with a local pre-prep school over 2 mornings. We had 10 booked in for each morning.

We didn't quite end up photographing the whole 10 on the first day because we had a couple who couldn't make it on the day, due to other commitments or being unwell. When this happens, I always have a few spare days that I use as 'make-up' days. Not only does rescheduling give you a second chance at being able to up-sell, but it also makes the client extremely happy and grateful. 

Sunday we had the full schedule. We've added a 3rd morning this coming Saturday for those who couldn't make it and also for those who missed out on a space the first time around. 

With our normal family mini-session bookings I'll only do ten 15 minute sessions in a row because personally I find that's a nice amount for me. Here's how the weekend...

 Here's 10 quick tips to help you on your photography journey...

1. Take photos EVERYDAY. Yes, you heard me. It sounds like a chore but even if you just pick it up and take a photo of your breakfast or the mess on the playroom floor or even the dog. Trust me, every time you pick it up and shoot you’re learning.
2. Vision. Think about what you'd like the final image to be like. Do you want it to be full of giggles and bright colours or moody and dark? Having a rough plan will help you choose your settings and backgrounds.
3. Background check. Always make sure that your background compliments your subject and doesn't take away from the image. For example you don't want to take a photo of your little ones and have the garbage bins in the background or the door to the toilet open.
4. Clear the clutter. While checking out the background remove any distracting clutter. Even if you just pop the objects to the side while you take the image and pop them back again afterwards.
5. Zoom in. If you...