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Photography tips, Behind the Scenes, wedding features & business insights from Jeff Carnie Photography — your Central Valley photographer based in Oakdale, CA.
Why Your Photographer is Charging That Price
What you’re paying for when you hire a professional photographer.
Should I Hire a Professional Photographer to Document My Event?
f you're on the fence about whether or not to hire someone to photograph your event, consider these reasons:
Tipps for Planning Your BFF Photo Session
Senior year is when you make all of your last high school memories before graduation and enter your new life. As time goes by, life will get hectic and crazy, and these memories will start to fade. Planning a BFF session will help preserve these memories forever and help create some new ones during this fun photoshoot! Below are some tips to help you come up with a plan for your session:
Fun & Creative Gender Reveal Photo Ideas
Your pregnancy is one of the most exciting times of your life, with so many memorable milestones. Finding out whether you’ll be welcoming a little boy or girl into the world is one such milestone, and what better way to capture it and share it with family and friends than with a fun gender reveal photo session.
Headshot Photo Session Tips
Before you head to the studio for your professional headshot photo session, think about what you want others to see when they glance at your profile page.
Tips For Girls Senior Photos
Now that you’ve booked your session, we have a few tips to help you get ready for your close-up. Follow these guidelines in the weeks leading up to your session, and we’ll take care of the rest!
How to Prep for a Photo Session with Your Pet
For many people, pets are furry members of the family. It comes as no surprise that they want to include their pets in their photos. Including your pets in your photo session does require a little extra preparation but it is certainly doable.
Choosing the Right Camera for Your Child
As a parent, you probably know that a child's interests can change tomorrow, next week, or even next year, but the good news is that you can still support their new hobby without breaking the bank.
6 Ways to Look Fantastic in Photos
From school yearbooks to friends’ weddings, we’ve all been in front of camera at some point or another and if you’ve recently looked at a photo with disdain then this post is for you. If you know that you’re going to have a lens pointed in your direction in the near future, below are six simple ways to get better results.
Tips on Preparing Your Maternity Photo Session
Bringing a baby into the world is a beautiful life event that should be captured.
6 Questions You Should Ask Your Photographer
The longer a photographer has been in business, the more likely it is that it’s not just a hobby for them.
Tips for Gorgeous Outdoor Photo
Being outdoors in the summer sun is an excellent setting for some fun photos of you and your loved ones. There are a few things to consider for best results before you step in front of your photographer's lens.
Husband and Wife Photography Team
Wedding photography is what I enjoy most. To be entrusted with the privilege of memorializing one of the most significant events in a couple’s life brings me no greater pleasure.
Unique Photo Session Ideas You’ll Love
There is nothing quite like capturing memories with your loved ones. Are you someone who enjoys taking beautiful pictures of you and your family?
Top Tips for a Senior Photo Session
It’s completely normal to feel a little awkward when taking senior portraits. Many seniors tend to feel self-conscious about their appearance because they feel uncomfortable taking photos on their own.
Why Your Photographer Loves What They Do
If you have ever wondered what spurs on a photographer’s passion, you are about to find out.
How to Pick the Perfect Professional Photographer
Photographers have different styles so you need to decide on someone who can help you achieve the end result you are looking for.
How to Adjust to Change
What we have come to understand and accept as normal working practices for photographers is rapidly being changed by Covid -19.
A Brief Guide to Professional Photo Restrictions
The digital images that your photographer provides you with have a copyright, which means the photographer has the option to use those photos to market their work and services anytime in the future.
What to Wear: Choosing the Perfect Outfit
Your outfit will make a huge difference to your photos so choose something that suits your personality and your brand.