Why hire a professional photographer?

In the age of cell phone cameras and Instagram, why hire a professional photographer?

Well, the proliferation of images because of cell phone cameras and Instagram has highlighted how challenging it can be to get a good photo--especially if you are the designated "photographer" in your family. That's why so many professional photographers have so few photos of themselves, especially with their loved ones.

When you hire a professional, your job is to be relaxed so the camera can capture you at your best. The pro will handle poses and lighting and whether there's a lamp sticking out of someone's head in the background. As a professional photographer, I have invested thousands of dollars in high-end equipment that takes photos at a much higher resolution than a cell phone camera, so even when it's enlarged for that framed photo hanging on the wall, it still looks sharp.

In addition, professional photographers bring the best tools to the printing of your photos. So many photos end up on our digital devices, lost in the clutter. A professional photographer helps you focus on the best images and then provides you a professional printing opportunity so that you can have that image as an heirloom, printed in archival inks on high-quality, acid-free paper meant to last a century or more. Or they can help you choose a high-quality canvas or metal print that will hang on your wall and remind you of those you love every time you pass by. Perhaps the photo is a gift for someone you love, meant to last. Consumer-grade photography printers do not offer the same quality or service as a professional photo lab.

Wondering whether a professional photographer is the right choice for you? Contact me and let's discuss how I can help you capture life's fleeting moments, worthy of your memories.