Fact: many of us have been binge-watching on Netflix almost everyday during the enhanced community quarantine. So true. Include us on that guilty list. And since we are on Netflix, may we humbly suggest our Top 5 personal favorites of must-watch documentary/films related to photography, in no particular order.
LA Originals (Estevan Oriol, Photographer)
1 Hour, 32 Minutes.
https://www.netflix.com/title/80995284
The goal is to develop a good eye in photography, and understanding negative space is one of the most effective ways to improve your composition. It builds a relationship between your main subject and the background, with only a small part of your composition that has the object on it. Less is definitely more. It has a unique effect that commands more attention away from your subject. As a result, viewers will take more time to look at it.
#fotografíashare: Shot on Canon 6D and 50mm Lens // ISO 200 f/1.8 1/60 sec
Last January 8, 2020 we were honored to be invited by PAWP (Philippine Association of Wedding Planners) to experience Balesin Island Club. During our stay, we joined their social media campaign of promoting #BreathtakingBalesinEvents by posting images of our stay. Throughout the island tour we focused our strategy on the detail shots paired with a strong caption.
Breathtaking up to the smallest details. This is @balesinislandclub. Every piece of Balesin was well-thought of and crafted with love. We heart the visuals, truly breathtaking! Thank you for the opportunity of this experience! #BreathtakingBalesinEvents #jaysonandjoanne #BalesinIslandClub
@jaysonandjoanne on Instagram
There are countless camera bodies, lenses, and accessories available in the market today. Different brands, different models, different price range. Every year, each of those brand releases a newer one. Technology is incredibly fast, and sometimes you get the pressure of always upgrading. The misconception that the latest camera gear will produce you the best images.
#fotografíashare: Shot on Canon 6D and 100mm Lens // ISO 640 f/2.8 1/320 sec
Unfortunately, you are mislead. Please bear in mind that the best camera is the one you have and the one you know. As the saying goes, it’s the indian, not the pana. An entry-level camera can do great images if utilized properly so start by getting familiar with your camera. Master every inch of it, every feature, and maximize it’s capabilities.
If you are just starting photography, never compare yourself with anyone, that is completely discouraging. You maybe measuring your beginnings with someone’s middle, or even a pro photographer’s prime. The correct mindset should be you competing with yourself. Have them only as your inspirations, the goal should always be self improvement. Everyone is a newbie at some point, you should enjoy the process.
Another wrong mindset is when you tell yourself “I’ll practice photography when I go to vacation to insert travel destination here!” Wrong again, Never make excuses that you will only shoot when you travel. Start by simply going outside and make your surrounding interesting.
Keep putting in the work, and nonetheless you will improve.
Sharing with you a few photography hacks when shooting a pre-wedding here in the Philippines. We like to shoot our prenups efficiently fast. We know that preparations, makeup, and styling usually takes time therefore during photo shoot we make sure that we make the most out of it. Scouting is the key and being spontaneous in any given location is always important. Keep in mind to maximize the spots even before moving to another location. We are sharing 3 sets of examples below to help demonstrate how quickly you can make the best use of your time working in a relatively small area.
Example A: RJ and Crystal
Location: Hotel veranda/porch
#fotografíatips: Find a good spot to sit the couple, where they can just talk and cheer each other. Spot preferably with a shallow depth of field, wherein subject can clearly stand out.
