Maybe you’re coming to Turks & Caicos for a special occasion or as a family or couple to relax and unwind. Having your vacation photos taken is one of the top things to do during your trip according to Caribbean Travel and Leisure magazine.
To help you get the best photos, here are some tips for choosing your Turks and Caicos photographer:
Experience and Training
Your photographer should be extremely competent in knowing how to make you look natural for both casual and candid approaches as well as more formal portrait poses. Some people aren’t always comfortable having their pictures taken, so the creative vision and gentle direction from a professional will help you to relax and look your best. In advance of your session, a reputable photographer will offer useful guides to prepare, such as what to wear and what to expect. A studio with blog inspirations for you to see examples of work is a must to make you feel good about who you hire.
Creativity and Talent
The best photographers are those who can think fast and quickly adapt to any given situation. Having portraits taken in Turks and Caicos are mostly outside in the environment and no session is the same. You want a professional who can work according to the conditions of the day and accommodate your preferences or requests. Great photographers will have a diverse range of skills to cater to various photography needs and changes in lighting conditions. In addition, your photographer should be able to come up with some fun and unique ideas to suit your group so that you will have pictures to treasure for many years afterwards.
Consistency
Anyone can take a great picture once or twice but in hiring a professional photographer, you should expect consistency of work. What you see on a photography studio’s website is the quality you can expect to receive from your own pictures. A good way to check this is to look at the blogs on a photographer’s website to make sure the work is consistent.
Reviews
Like with any service, look at what others have to say before deciding. A portrait photography session is more than just clicks. It should be an experience that is fun and enjoyable in itself. Having great photos to show for it afterwards is the bonus! It’s advisable to do a Google search and see what you find as you will be able to read genuine and honest experiences from other people just like you.
Reliability
Having a clear contract with your photographer where the deliverables are written out is very important in ensuring you get what you pay for. You should have communication with the company both before and after your session to answer any questions and tailor a package to suit you. Knowing that you’ll have a scheduled follow up with the photographer will mean you can make the most out of your pictures.
Picking a studio with multiple photographers will give you peace of mind that you’ll be guaranteed to have someone to show up for your photos. This is in case your photographer gets sick or injured – Covid taught us that anything can happen!
The photographer or studio you use must have a system to protect and safeguard your photos. Computers crash and phones get wiped so you may need to have your photos re-sent. Make sure the photography studio you select will keep backups of your photos.
Local Expertise and Knowledge
If this is your first visit to the island, or even if you’ve been to Turks and Caicos many times, choosing a photographer who has a deep knowledge of the local area ensures that you’ll be taken to the most suitable locations for the lighting conditions to create stunning photographs. Whether you’re on a Photo Discovery Tour, going to a secluded beach, or simply staying in your resort or villa for the pictures, a photographer who is familiar with the island and the local properties will know the best beaches and the most ideal spots for photos. You may even be able to find a previous blog from your photographer for the particular venue you’re staying at which will be helpful for your preparations too.
Retouching
Beach photos often need retouching if the conditions are windy or particularly hot or it’s busy with people in the background. You’ll want your photographer to have experience in knowing how to do retouching and what is possible to make your favorite photos perfect for having up on display in your home.
Print and Album Options
A photography studio that offers premium print and album products will allow clients to cherish their memories in tangible, beautifully crafted keepsakes. By working directly with the studio that took your photos, they can offer a guarantee in product quality so you can be assured of getting the best service. The colors you see on the screen should be what you get. Sadly, this is not always what happens when using fast and cheap photo labs. If you’re paying a premium to have beautiful photos taken, you want to ensure the vibrancy of the pictures are just the same in print.
Conclusion
To make booking the right photographer an easy, hassle-free decision for you and your family, Paradise Photography can help you with any questions about your portrait session!
Operating in Turks and Caicos since 2007, their fun and friendly photographers will make sure you love your photos! Reach out to schedule your session info@myparadisephoto.com
