“Drone” is quite the buzz word at the moment. There has been much hubbub about the use of drones becoming more commonplace for personal and business use, including the use of drones for online shopping deliveries and monitoring traffic. But there’s an even better use of drones that is near and dear to our hearts: drone photography. What is drone photography? The use of drones allows a photographer to get angles and perspectives that weren’t possible before. Imagine capturing a landscape from a bird’s eye view. Drones open up possibilities for photography. (more…)
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Why Your Business Needs Pro Product Photography
Your ad copy and product descriptions only go so far when it comes to selling your products, no matter how cleverly written or brilliantly descriptive they may be. The old adage is true: A picture is worth a thousand words. To make your website, digital marketing, promotional materials, and print advertisements stand out, professional product photography is essential. There is only so much that can be said in words, and amazing photos of your products are the biggest influence behind your customers’ buying decisions. (more…)
5 Uses for Professional Videography Services
Video captivates its audience like few other mediums. People instantly connect to moving pictures and become lost in the composition of a well-produced video. Videography is an effective form of promotion: Produce a unique local business commercial to stand out in your market, or create a professional introduction video that sets your resume and portfolio apart. You can also relive the best moments of your life through video, such as your wedding day or the birth of your baby. Videography can be utilized to boost both your professional and personal ventures. (more…)
How to Use Food Photography to Help Your Business
If you own a restaurant, catering company, or other food-focused business, you should utilize professional food photography to enhance your business materials and professional outreach. Professional food photos show off your creations to entice customers and help improve your sales. A photographer with an expertise in food photography will understand how to capture your dishes in the best light to yield vibrant, beautiful photos that capture customers’ attention. Food photos can be used on your business website, social media accounts, menus, catering catalog, and more. (more…)
6 Uses for a Professional Personal Portrait Photograph
Lifestyle photography isn’t just for special occasions: You can utilize professional photography for personal portrait photos that enhance your everyday life. Professional head shots are not just for actors and models; you can use a beautiful professional photo of yourself to enhance your career, personalize your daily communications, elevate your online persona, and more. If you’re a company owner or blogger, a professional portrait is a must-have to spruce up your website. Everyone can benefit from a nice head shot for personal use. (more…)
The Form and Function of Flyover Photography
In our last post, we celebrated D-Squared Studio’s newest acquisition: a camera-equipped drone. While drones have been used in military operations since at least the 1970s, commercial and recreational use of unmanned aerial vehicles has grown over the last few years. Today, we’re going to take a more in depth look at both the practical, business, and artistic potential this innovative photographic technology has to offer. (more…)
The Essentials of Drone Photography
Last week, D-Squared Studio proudly announced our newest arrival: our very own drone. We’re guessing you’ve heard of drones, especially in the context of modern warfare and pizza delivery, but you’re probably wondering why in the world a perfectly normal photographer like Doug might need one. Today, we’re answering a few essential questions to help provide an overview of this cutting edge photographic technique. (more…)
A Quick Guide to Getting Great Pregnancy Pictures
It’s not every day we get to announce something this exciting: Dallas photographer and D2 Studios owner Doug Davis and his wife Jayme Bushmiaer, owner and instructor over at My Yoga Tribe, are expecting their first child later this year. In honor of the newest addition to the Davis-Bushmiaer family, Doug’s sharing a few pro-tips for getting great pictures to memorialize the adventure that is pregnancy. (more…)
Tips for Finding the Right Portrait Photographer for Your Family
In our last post, we talked about how contemporary family portraiture can reflect the rapidly changing face of the American family. However, the challenge faced by every type of family – no matter how traditional or progressive – is finding the right portrait photographer for your needs. Your family portrait will follow you through the years and the quality, skill, and flexibility of the photographer often makes the difference between an average portrait and one that you truly enjoy and want to share. Today, Dallas photographer Doug Davis shares a few tips to find the best photographer for your next family portrait. (more…)
Rethinking the Family Portrait
Close your eyes and imagine the classic American family portrait. It’s probably got a mom, a dad, some kids, and maybe a pet, all posed stiffly in front of bland studio backdrop. Now take a moment to think about the real families you know and are a part of and they probably don’t resemble that “classic” American family. The face of the American family has always been diverse, but media representations of “family” have been fairly homogenous. In the past few years, advertisements, TV shows, and films have slowly begun to recognize and represent a more inclusive picture of the reality of family life, one that includes stay-at-home dads, same-sex parents, childfree couples, and multiple or blended ethnicities.
It makes sense then that contemporary family portraits should reflect this uniqueness and diversity. And regardless of what kind of family you call your own, we’ve got a few ideas to keep in mind when planning for your next family portrait. (more…)