Key to Capturing Genuine Connections in Portrait Photography with Dorie Howell

#503 In this episode of the podcast, I chat with Dorie Howell, an
insightful portrait photographer who has an amazing grasp on
connecting with subjects emotionally. Dorie shares her journey
from vocal performance to mastering the art of capturing
meaningful moments with her camera. 


THE BIG IDEAS



Embrace Emotional Connection: Rather than just technical
perfection, strive to capture the emotions and connections of
your subjects, making your portraits more authentic and
meaningful.


Practice and Perseverance: Understand that photography
skills develop over time. Be patient with yourself, practice
frequently, and learn from every shoot.


Constructive Feedback: Seek feedback from reputable
sources and professionals to improve your skills. Avoid getting
disheartened by non-constructive criticism, especially from
unqualified sources.


Cultural Sensitivity: Respect and adapt to the cultural
differences of your clients to create a comfortable and
trusting environment.



PHOTOGRAPHY ACTION PLAN
Practice Emotional Connection in Portraits: Schedule
portrait sessions with friends or family, focusing on capturing
their genuine emotions and connections. Review the images
critically, identifying moments where emotions are most strongly
conveyed.Seek Constructive Feedback: Join a reputable
photography forum or local photography group and share your work,
explicitly asking for constructive feedback. Attend a workshop or
seminar to get professional critiques on your photos and implement
the suggestions.Develop Cultural Sensitivity: Create a
standardized questionnaire to understand your clients' cultural
preferences and expectations. Research and read about the cultural
practices and preferences relevant to your diverse client base to
build rapport and respect.Fine-Tune Technical Skills:
Practice shooting in manual mode to gain confidence in controlling
your camera settings. Experiment with off-camera flash in various
lighting conditions and slowly familiarize yourself with equipment
nuances.Streamline Client Communication: Draft a concise yet
informative initial email template for client inquiries, providing
basic pricing and requesting specific needs. Conduct follow-up
phone calls to build a better understanding of client desires and
to establish a personal connection.

RESOURCES:
Visit Dorie Howell's Website - https://www.doriehowell.com/
Follow Dorie Howell on Instagram -
https://www.instagram.com/thedoriehowell/


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