The photographer creates amazing shots. But it all depends on the type of photographer.
Types of photographers, areas of activity of photographers
The world of photography is diverse and photographers are also different. Specialists choose one field of activity and improve in it. The most popular destinations:
- wedding photography,
- reportage photography,
- art photography,
- food photography,
- photo for stock photos
- other directions.
We have analyzed some of them.
What does a wedding photographer do?
The main task of such photographers is not to miss anything on the main event in the life of the newlyweds. First of all, the bride and groom are filmed, then the guests and all the important moments of the wedding: witnesses, doves, glasses, dances…
What does a studio photographer do?
These photographers work in certain studio locations where there is a suitable interior. As a rule, a make-up artist who completes the model’s image is “added” to such photographers. Studio photographers shoot in the scenery, and everyone the model takes with her takes part in the photo shoot.
What does a reportage photographer do?
We see the results of the reporters’ work in newspapers, magazines, and on websites. They are always in the center of events and photograph what is happening around them. Their main goal, like a wedding photographer, is to capture important moments.
What do stock photographers do?
If you can work as a reportage photographer exclusively for yourself, then a stock photographer works only for advertising and magazines. Photo processing is an integral part of his activity, since for the final result, many things have to be removed from the frame or, on the contrary, added to it.
What do art photographers do?
Special photographers who find beauty in unexpected subjects. You’ve probably heard of street art or body art, when the subject of the photo is a street or a painted person. You have to be born an art photographer, because a person with a standard mindset will not see beauty in ordinary things.
What does an animal photographer do?
Do you remember Sharyk from “Prostokvashino”, who was running after a hare with a large photo weapon? Sharyk is an animal photographer. The task of such a photographer is to hunt animals not for the sake of killing, but for the sake of good shots with squirrels.
What do food photographers do?
Do not rush to scold your friend or your girlfriend if you notice that she is taking pictures of food. Maybe she has a hidden talent as a food photographer. They take everything that is nice on the plate and create their masterpiece from it.
Pros and cons of working as a photographer
Weighing all the pros and cons is what you need to do before choosing a career as a photographer to understand if you really want it.
Advantages of working as a photographer
- Work schedule. Working as a photographer means being a freelancer. You independently choose the days when you can go to work, if you are not tied to an employer. It depends only on you whether you take the order or not.
- Profit. Professional photographers earn from UAH 2,500 for one shooting. Since there can be several shootings per day, the income increases many times in proportion to your capacity for work.
- A huge space for creativity. The photographer himself chooses which perspective seems more successful and kind to him, how to process the photo later. There are no strict instructions and rules: everyone does as they want, regardless of standards and social attitudes.
Cons of working as a photographer
- Competition Every second considers himself a photographer. Not all customers see the difference between a professional and an amateur, so they often go to the latter, preferring the benefit of quality. You need to be able to advertise yourself to get new orders.
- Unstable income. If one week is jammed, then you can spend the next without work.
- Expensive equipment. To become a professional photographer, you will need equipment. It is expensive, so you will have to spend.
- The photographer may not meet the client’s expectations. Working as a photographer means interacting with live people, and that’s difficult. You need to be able to please the client, but it doesn’t always work out, because the picture that one person sees in their head may not be realized by the work of the other, and vice versa.
Courses for beginner photographers
Big cities are full of places for photographers to unlock their potential and learn photography from scratch.
There are courses:
- for beginner photographers,
- to improve photography skills in a specific area,
- for advanced training.
When choosing courses, first of all, pay attention to the specialization of the photo school. Choose the direction in which you would like to develop. Then look at the work of students who have already graduated. Every school must have such a photo gallery. Read reviews about the photo school on social networks. Study the portfolio of your future teacher, as it is their experience that you will take on board. You must like the mentor’s work.
If you are a beginner, the courses will teach you:
- Basic camera settings.
- Working with light and creating a composition (how to focus on an object, how not to fill the horizon line, how to make a photo bright).
- Competent photo processing.
- Filming on location and in the studio.
If you already have experience in professional photography and you want to improve your skills, the courses will tell you:
- How to work with all types of light.
- How to use different lighting equipment (softboxes, reflectors, photo umbrellas, different light sources).
- Which lighting scheme and for which photos is it better to choose.
About the detailed use of programs for processing photos. Master classes for photographers are constantly held in big cities. These are open lessons that can last from one to three days. Professionals will tell you in a short time what will be taught in regular courses for several weeks. This type of training is considered better than any other. However, sometimes you have to wait several months for lessons.