Will photographers add enough value to the machines to remain useful? I think in my lifetime, yes. Not as sure 15 years down the road.
Evaluating in real time if hair looks better down, back, one side back or not, in a ponytail, or bun, etc. is quite subjective so I’m not sure machines will easily master judging that and if they do, what is the best way to convert instructions to the person. It that stray hair distracting or a nice human look?
So many small details, like the subtle angel of a chin up or down and side to side and the smile in people’s eyes. Eyes can be shaped just right, not too open, not squinted and still not have “life.”
So many subjective judgements to a great headshot or portrait. I predict us human photographers are safe for another 10 – 15 years.
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When you hire a professional photographer to cover your event, you can attend to the most important people and the always present issues of the day. After your pre-event consultation, we'll take over.
Promote your event
Having the best photography to promote your event makes all the difference for future years. Even if this is a one-off gala, you'll want to tell the story of this celebration and document your project management.
I can help find a team most anywhere in the world, can travel to provide coverage, and create custom sites for delivery and archiving of your images.
The below image is from the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) conference in Seattle. Participants bicycled around to visit some of the local infrastructure.
We had a lot of fun with Alieen.
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- you are not looking for career advancement.
- you do not use any online media.
- you do not interact with other people in your work.
- you do not have online profiles.
- you are in the witness protection program.
Perhaps you are working and do want to make a good first impression, then do have a good headshot of you taken.
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I believe the purpose of the business headshot is to convey confidence and approachability. Most of us are in a business where we want to appear knowledgeable, yet friendly and equal to the viewer.
The following quotes address camera height (angle), do you agree with them?
From Shooting Better Video, Instructor Kathy Cennamo
“…a high camera angle tends to make the subject appear smaller in size and stature. Looking down on a subject suggests a feeling of loneliness and a lack of power.”
CAMERA ANGLES: The Art of Manipulation, by Gabe Moura
“In a high angle, the camera is above the subject, looking down. This position makes characters look weak, submissive, or frightened. They are also good POVs [point-of-view] of an adult looking at a child.”
From John Suler's Photographic Psychology: Image and Psyche
”High camera angles can make the subject appear to be in an inferior position relative to your dominant and more powerful point of view. The subject is smaller, less significant, and diminished, while you are the giant. You are literally and figuratively “looking down on them.” High camera angles work well to enhance the idea that the subject is submissive, humiliated, vulnerable, powerless, fallen, being beaten down, or injured.”
From Videomaker Magazine
“High angles look down on subjects, making them weaker and less important. Low angles have the opposite effect: they increase power and importance. In making corporate videos, it's good practice to shoot VIPs from slightly below eye level.”
A headshot photographer uses posing direction, lighting, and other techniques to create a great business portrait that keeps you on equal ground with viewers while addressing your chin, body image, and other human features.
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Ever wonder who researches what makes a good profile picture? Turns out Photofeeler does. So ditch those sunglasses, the wide-eyed crazy look, keep it light, concentrate on your face, and dress professionally!
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Ron Rael
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Jeremy
Brothers! Really enjoyed Stuart and Jeremy being in the studio. Check out Butler Seattle, a great company.]]>
Stanford University - Leading Matters
Stanford University - Leading Matters
Stanford University - Leading Matters
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Ethic Bowl competition.
Ethic Bowl competition.
Ethic Bowl competition.
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Aerial Art at the Suite Restaurant / Lounge.
Leanne Plancic and Lourie Tracy at Business After Hours
Maya Srikanth, CEO CoSea Cup.Maya Srikanth, CEO CoSea Cup demonstrates her products unique feature to investors.
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It’s very enjoyable to photograph these events. Last week, Representative Derek Kilmer form the 6th district met with several business leaders in Seattle.
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Lan & TimPike's Place Market, Kerry Park, and Green Lake
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Lida BucknerLida Buckner makes the ask and the community responded.
Supporting the Issaquah Schools Foundation is a great way to promote education and provide more education opportunities to the community. I'll be at the 1st Annual Breakfast next week. Molly Shen (KOMO 4 News) is the master of ceremonies.
Last Thursday, KING 5 Evening Magazine's, Jim Dever handled master of ceremony duties at the Nourish Every Mind Luncheon where $ 632,500 was raised.
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