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A Brief History of Photography

Over the last few hundred years, memories have been immortalized through the invention of the camera. However, the history of photography—derived from the Greek words “photos” (which means light) and “graphein” (which means to draw)—began much earlier. Chinese and Greek philosophers, including Aristotle, described the principles of optics and light that make modern photography possible… Read more »

What Can Video Marketing Do for Your Website?

In addition to custom, professional creative photography, Dallas professional photographer, Doug Davis, also has extensive experience creating highly-engaging and original videos for businesses and individuals alike. While adding a picture to your web content can make the written words seem more interesting, the picture alone can’t convey the message you intend. By adding customized video… Read more »

What, Exactly, Is Creative Design Photography?

Sometimes, a simple photograph won’t do. While anyone with a camera can take a nice shot of a person, place, or object, the key to creative design photography is the “design” part. As a highly-skilled professional photographer in Dallas, TX, Doug Davis enjoys absorbing a client’s vision, designing a unique image using a myriad of… Read more »

Beware the Pitfalls of Stock Photography for Your Business

Ideally, every image you choose to represent your company and brand should be unique, which you can only be sure of by hiring a professional photographer for every marketing task. Realistically, however, hiring a photographer for your project isn’t always feasible, and you may have to turn to stock photography to choose the best-suited picture… Read more »

Advice for Aspiring Photographers

Taking pictures is natural for most people in certain situations, but for some, it’s a calling. Whether you enjoy taking pictures in your downtime, or you like capturing and creating images so much that you wish to make photography your career, the key to improving your talent is practice. As Dallas professional photographer, Doug Davis… Read more »

Dallas Portraits For Professionals, By Professionals

When you think of portrait photography, what comes to mind? Most people associate this type of photography with newborn babies, senior year, or the family Christmas card. Actually, portraiture has a serious side, making it an invaluable tool for professionals and other high-profile individuals. Business portraiture is versatile, too, making it a must-have for job… Read more »

Hiring the Right Photographer for your Dallas Area Event

What commemorates special events more than photography? Sure, over the years, video has become more commonplace, and just about anyone can capture a quick snapshot or selfie with their smartphone. However, there’s something about a professional photo that captures a moment in time with wordless, still elegance. It allows our minds to fill in the… Read more »

What to Ask Your Professional Photographer

The advantages of hiring a professional photographer over using stock photos or amateur photography for your marketing needs are many. Your images will be original, and they’ll be more likely to properly illustrate the idea you wish to convey. Still, finding the photographer that’s best suited to your project is as important as choosing professional… Read more »

Videography: A Powerful Part of Nonprofit Marketing Campaigns

One of the greatest challenges faced by nonprofits is the constricting effect of a sluggish economy on charitable giving. As competition for funding and supporters’ donations grows more intense, more and more charities and nonprofits turn to commercial videography in Dallas, TX to deliver their message. A professional digital video campaign attracts prospective advocates, increases… Read more »

How Do Commercial Photographers Use Lighting to Create Images?

Mastery of lighting techniques is one of the most telling differences between a professional commercial photographer and a hobbyist. Doug Davis, Dallas commercial photographer and owner of D-Squared Studios, explains that lighting  creates a specific mood or effect. Which type of lighting works best for your project? It depends, says Doug. The ideal lighting for… Read more »