About
Hi there, my name is AnnMarie.
I have been shooting, editing,
teaching, as well as designing marketing campaigns since 2007.
Contributor with Getty images and published globally. I enjoy collaborating on shoots and consistantly exceeding expetations. I have learned over many years what works and what doesn't work but the learning process never ends! Planning is the most important aspect IMHO to increase all potential for a successful final product.
Contact me for your complimentry consultation.
My best,
AnnMarie
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I believe that every professional photographer/videographer must first consult with a potential new client and define the scope of work that the client envisions and if necessary, educate the client with respect to their expectations and exactly what is required to produce the most desirable results. If a client for example needs a professional headshot and their scope of work is defined as:
~10-15 professionally processed photos
~inclusive of one outfit change
~at one location
With a budget of $100-$150 total well, unfortunately this is clearly not feesible.
However, educating our clients with respect to the work that is required to produce the desired results will support what is feesible as well as disclose validation for expectations moving forward. Planning a shoot on location with a professional photographer takes time. Let's break it down and keep it simple.
A seasoned professional photographer will need to begin with an informal consultation to develop a mutual understanding of your personal needs. Scheduling a shoot on location requires a significant amount of information. First and foremost is always lighting. The time of day and the direction of the sun at each location will be a significant factor for planning any successful shoot.
You don't take a photo, you make a photo.
That being said is extremely important to ensure success as well as efficient use of time and resources. Processing time is heavily dependent upon the quality of the raw images. If budgeting is not in line with the variables that your photographer must control there are options such as having the client participate in the process. If a photographer is scheduling a shoot on location and the location is not a known familiar environment there is absolutely no reasonable way to possibly ensure success until the location is physically observed. I have the experience to have you help me with this process. It's not difficult but it does take time and time is so very limited.
My work is published globally, with over 10,000 hours of experience I am a 'SME' subject matter expert.
I have been a commercial stock photographer with Getty images since 2007.
I am a Certified technical trainer as well as a Network engineer with over 20 years of diverse experience.
Pro Photog
Expert Photoshop
Digital Artist
Pro Videographer
Pro Aerial Photography as well as Videographer.
Studio/On location
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
All of it!
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
No. Every project is unique so therefore costs vary.
Every client has the opportunity to add to their project so you can start planning with this in mind.
Lots of options for example you may want all of your photos that are not touched up to be converted to black and white or sepia or you may be interested in all of the raw files from your shoot so you can have additional photos touched up at a later date.
How did you get started in this business?
A complete accident that grew into more than I ever could have imagined!
What types of customers have you worked with?
Everyone and almost Everything!
Let's talk.
AnnMarie
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
Do your own research!
I am happy to help.
Planning is everything with respect to your shoot. I will do my best to provide you with my list of things to that I have learned over the years that can make or break a fantastic shoot. Imagine how you would feel if you were looking at your proofs and one person had very visible blue gum in their mouth!
Yes I can fix this but it is extremely time consuming and we don't want any unnecessary pitfalls such as this one ever!
I've got your back with this. I'm a seasoned professional and I have seen just about everything. Another example is lint on clothing. It's a nightmare! Yes it's something that can be fixed but at what price point. It can add up quickly when you fall in love with 10-20 photos and they each take over an hour to clean up. We will not do this for your shoot. In the business we use the term GWC, guy or gal with camera. Anyone can purchase a flashy camera but do they have the experience level to produce professional photos or video. Likely not and it is so frustrating that they portray themselves as professionals.
Anyone can join the PPA. Professional Photographer's Association of America.
Just send them $300 annually and you are in!
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
This is a very good question as well as very difficult to answer as there are just so many variables with every shoot. If you are working with a professional they should be able to help you to understand/develope exactly what you envision for your final results. Ask your potential photographer for advice and collaborate together when planning your shoot. Location, Venue, environment variables and the number of people that you are planning to capture in your photos/video. Get a feel for the chemistry between you and your potential photographer. How flexible are they? Do they listen to your ideas and can they give you good feedback with regard to their experience in a similar situation. Check out pinterest for ideas and suggestions to help you plan your shoot.