What’s the old saying, “A picture says a thousand words?” Well, no one wants to read a thousand words on a blog. You cut to the chase and images can really help you do so. Whether you’re discussing menu items at your restaurant or showing photos from a company gathering, you need images to make your blog come alive. But what type of photography does your blog need?
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Improve Your Blog with Lifestyle Photography
Blogging has become a multimillion-dollar industry with successful bloggers quitting their day jobs to take on blogging full-time — with seven-figure salaries to boot. Do you have aspirations to make blogging a business? The best way to improve the look and feel of your blog and to transform it into a professional, polished website is to improve your images. You can improve your blog with professional lifestyle photography that takes your work to the next level. Enlist a professional photographer to shoot photos that perfectly complement your content. (more…)
The Latest Trends in Food Photography
Food comes to life and jumps off the screen with vibrancy through beautifully shot food photography. Professional photos of food, dishes, and meals have many uses, including use in restaurant menus and promotional materials, for publications that cover restaurant and food news, and for businesses and bloggers who share their food journeys online via social media. The latest trends in food photography add visually engaging interest to the standard food shots to capture the attentions of consumers, foodies, and readers alike. (more…)
How Does Drone Photography Work?
Drone photography has evolved in recent years and become more prevalent as drones, also known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles or UAVs, have become more accessible for commercial and personal use. Drone photography makes it possible to take aerial shots that show an expansive landscape or previously unavailable perspective without the use of a manned aircraft. So, how does drone photography work? Drones with cameras attached can be controlled remotely or with the use of artificial intelligence. The drone flies up high in the air and remotely takes photographs. (more…)
What is Creative Design Photography?
Some of the most memorable images we’ve witnessed in popular culture, everyday life, or advertising are the result of creative design photography. What is creative design photography? It is a form of visual communication that combines art and photography resulting in artistic photo illustrations that harness the power of photography with skilled artistic direction to bring a unique vision to life. To execute an idea, an experienced creative design photographer will craft models, sculptures, and dioramas to make the stuff of imagination a reality. (more…)
Quiz: When to Hire a Professional Photographer
Many goals, projects and milestones in our lives call for photography or videography, be it to promote a new business venture, share a charity project, or memorialize a personal family moment. Our world is moved by visuals: We share our everyday lives on social media, sell our products online with product photos, send out family holiday cards, and are persuaded to buy that new item after watching a compelling commercial. When can you settle for do-it-yourself photos and when is it best to hire a Dallas photographer to execute the vision? Review our quiz below. (more…)
6 Tips to Look Your Best for a Photo Session
There are many reasons to have professional personal portraits taken: They can be used for professional materials, such as your company’s website, printed bios, business cards, or personalized stationary; they can add polish to online social media and dating profiles; and they can help document a memorable milestone in your life. The problem? You’re uncomfortable in front of the camera, fear you’re not photogenic, or have no clue what to do in front of the lens. Don’t worry: Consider these easy tips from a Dallas photographer to look and feel your best. (more…)
5 Uses for Creative Design Photography
Photographs are capable of communicating immense complexity to convey a unique message or vision. But how do you create a photograph like this, one that brings your vision to life and complements your personal and professional style? Enter creative design photography. Unlike lifestyle or product photography, this form of photography utilizes props, lighting and an artistic perspective to create an illustrative photograph that is like no other. There are a variety of uses for creative design photography, including business uses and personal uses.
5 Uses for Creative Design Photography
- Websites: Your business or personal website is dull without unique, one-of-a-kind imagery. Our Dallas photographer can boost your website design with creative photos that make the visitor experience memorable.
- Event posters: Event posters memorialize a special event, concert or festival. These posters are collectible and become pieces of work with time. Make event posters special with creative design photography.
- Advertisements: Advertisements need visuals that make them memorable; instead of the mundane product photography, opt for a creative creation.
- Correspondence: Make your personal and professional notecards or calling cards stand out with a design that incorporates creative design photos. Create custom folding cards or business cards with the one-of-a-kind imagery.
- Art: If you’re struggling to find just the right piece of artwork for your home, commission a creation with your own vision. Creative design photography is a work of art. Utilizing materials or influence from your space, you could collaborate with a director to create the perfect work of art for your home or office.
About Your Dallas Professional Photographer:
Doug Davis has been producing professional, engaging videos and product, food, and lifestyle photography from his Dallas photography studio for over 20 years. We’d love to discuss how video can play a vital role in your dynamic marketing strategy. D-Squared Studios is located at 4312 Elm Street, Dallas, Texas 75226. Contact our office at (214) 746-6336 or doug.davis@d2studios.net to schedule a consultation.
5 Personal Uses for Lifestyle Photography
While lifestyle photography serves many benefits for business, this form of photography can also be perfect for personal use. With lifestyle photography, you can treasure your unforgettable moments, experiences and life stages with natural, atmospheric photographs. Lifestyle photos capture people in real-life settings and situations, so the look does not feel forced or awkward like some studio photo sessions can. Capture the excitement of your engagement, the warmth of your family life, or the joy your newborn child with expertly shot lifestyle photography. (more…)
Benefits of Lifestyle Photography for Business
You may think of lifestyle photography as the at-home family photos or atmospheric wedding photos you cherish. But there is more to lifestyle photography: It also serves an important role in business to personalize your brand, connect with customers, and enhance your business materials. Lifestyle photography is photography that captures people in natural and relaxed real-life environments. These photos add a human connection and context to your professional business imagery. Product photos are not enough to gain the trust and business of your customers. (more…)