Guide to Photographing Your First Major Event with Gina Milicia

#545 Gina Milicia is a seasoned celebrity portrait and lifestyle
photographer from Australia. With over 25 years of experience in
the field, Gina shares insights into her journey from aspiring
sculptor to a celebrated photographer. The episode primarily
focuses on the unglamorous realities of a photographer's life,
the intricacies of photography, and the art of capturing
authentic portraits.


KEY TOPICS COVERED
Getting Started in Photography - Gina shares how her
journey began with a love for art and evolved into photography when
she got exposed to a world of fashion and celebrity photography.
Despite lacking technical expertise at first, her determination and
hard work paved the way for her successful career.The Realities
of Professional Photography - Raymond and Gina discuss the
perceived glamour of being a professional photographer, while
highlighting the actual pressures and challenges, such as the
demanding schedules, fleeting shoot opportunities, and the need to
establish a quick rapport with subjects.Techniques for Capturing
Authentic Portraits - Gina provides tactical advice on how to
make subjects comfortable during a shoot. From using storytelling
to relax them to utilizing technical skills like shooting tethered
and having backup plans, Gina dives into both the art and science
of creating timeless images.

IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS & CONCEPTS



Shooting Tethered: The practice of connecting the camera
directly to a computer to view images in real-time, aiding in
immediate feedback and adjustments.



DISCUSSION & REFLECTION QUESTIONS
How can photographers balance the technical and creative
aspects of photography to enhance their skills?In what ways can
understanding a subject's background and personality improve their
portraiture?How do the pressures faced by professional
photographers compare to other creative professions?

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