Technology is usually the force that drives change. In this situation, technology has definitely changed the photography industry. Everyone has an IPhone, Pixel or Android phone these days and they usually have it on them all the time. So, its optimal for capturing those special moments cause let’s face it a photographer is not going to carry their camera everywhere they go it’s just not feasible to lug a big camera around. With the click of a button, pictures are made readily available for everyone to see and with all the filters they have available it’s not hard to make a picture from your phone look good. Anyone with a phone can take a good shot without knowing photography basics or how to work a camera and its functions. Many people don’t know what goes on behind the scenes when it comes to photography or running a small business. What people don’t know is what, they are getting for that price, you may think is too high for what it includes. If you’re one of those people that think hiring a professional photographer is too expensive consider reading further to give yourself a better clarification and insight on what goes on behind the scenes and the equipment that makes it possible to capture those moments.
You’re not just hiring someone who takes pretty pictures because lets face it this generation has mastered taking pretty pictures when it comes to media such as Instagram, Facebook or Snapchat. Your hiring someone who is stopping time and capturing those beautiful moments in life such as a milestone birthday, event or moment using professional equipment. So, let’s break it down so you can understand what you’re paying for when you book your photoshoot with our company Harms Creations, Ltd.
Training and Education
We are fully knowledgeable of the latest trends and are constantly staying up to date on posing, new ideas, new tools, editing styles, editing trends and new locations. We have a broad understanding of the key features of our DSLR cameras and its potential through countless hours of photo shoots, research, tutorials, education, classes and instructional material.
Camera Equipment
Camera’s
Canon T6i, crop sensor, Black Rapid camera strap, Lowepro slingshot camera pack
6D Mark 2 Canon, full frame, Black Rapid Pro strap, ProMaster Professional camera pack
Lens’s
24-70mm L-lens
70-200 L-lens
24mm prime lens
50mm prime lens
Tripods
GorillaPod
Manfrotto Pro3
Lighting Equipment
Canon Speedlight 470Ex with Flash Diffuser Softbox
Fovitec StudioPRO 400
Lum Cube X2 with RBGY Color Gels
Studio Lighting Muslin and Umbrella Reflector, Softbox X4
Floating Reflecting White Walls X2
Travel time and transportation
We spend countless hours driving around Northern Colorado finding new locations, talking to building owners, driving to and from location to location for each photoshoot.
Editing Software
Adobe Photoshop Version 15-used for graphics and technical picture edits
Lightroom Version 6
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC
Adobe Photoshop Version 20
Studio Space and Location
We have a 1000sq ft studio above our barn with a full bathroom. We have an abundant amount of props which includes: blankets, backdrops, toys, necklaces, garlands, headbands, hats, baby wraps and carpets.
Data Storage & Computers
Asus laptop Intel Core-used to edit and deliver pictures
CyberPower PC-used to edit and deliver pictures
External Hard drive-My Book-used to store photos
External Hard drive-WD-used to store photos
Promotions/Advertising Media/ Monthly Subscriptions
Facebook promotions
Smugmug Pro Plan-Photo Online Gallery
SquareSpace-Website
OneDrive-Photo Delivery
Square Payment Processing
We invest in our clients needs by providing professionalism. As a small business, we too need to make a profit. Thus, we price our photoshoots accordingly to stay competitive with other local photographers and to meet the demands of our clients. When your hiring us to take your photographs, you’re paying for our time and expertise along with all the professional gear, equipment and technology as listed above. This ensures that we provide the best we can for our clients. As a consumer you want to make sure you are getting high quality photographs which is what we provide. And rest assure, we are always researching, reading, learning new things to stay current and competitive with the other local photographers. This article was meant to provide a perception of what goes into providing this service to our clients in the most professional way we can. It was also meant to educate the consumer on pricing and what your getting when you hire us. Remember that the price comes with the quality and you pay for what you get. Cheap work isn’t good and good work isn’t cheap.