Sara Jordan Photography

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

November 21, 2012 No Comments

I was trying to figure out what to post and then ran across these. Please tell me that my brother and I weren’t the only ones dressing up in paper Pilgrim and Indian costumes?

*Funny side note… The white dress I’m wearing is my Orphan Annie costume left over from Halloween. =-)

Photographer's Tips, Wedding Photography, Wedding Tips

In general, I find there are two types of people when it comes to getting their pictures taken. There are those people that are simply natural at taking photos. We all know these people they are our photogenic friends that can’t take a bad photo. Many times I find it difficult to get candid photos of these people because they track the camera, and as soon as I go to shoot they look and smile. Then there are the normal people that don’t know their angles, aren’t used to taking photos. I always suggest that these people book an engagement session. Only because if you’re not used to getting your picture taken you might not know what your angles and you might be doing wrong. If a photographer gets the opportunity to photograph you before your big day they will know how to photograph you before your event. I always say engagement sessions aren’t for engagement photos, there for the wedding photos.

Headshot Photographers, Photographer's Tips

Tips For Corporate Headshots

November 5, 2012 No Comments

Corporate headshots

With so many online businesses corporate headshots are more important then ever before. Corporate headshots are similar and different from other types of headshots. They’re similar because you want to focus on your message.

It is important to consider your company’s message when choosing a background, if you want to reflect a personal message you might want to consider a headshot that is more lifestyle driven and shot on location. If you’d like your message to be strictly professional you probably want to shoot on a plain white or grey background. My personal choice is a white background. A white background looks really clean, crisp and looks good on a webpage.

No matter what message your trying to convey. These photos are a direct reflection of you and your business. That being said you want to choose clothes that complement you. The clothing should fit perfectly. My biggest pet peeve is when a suit doesn’t fit properly. I think suits look best when they look tailored to you. I addition your clothing should be pressed wrinkle free. You should be well groomed and polished.

So grab your power suit and look sharp.

Photographer's Tips, Wedding Tips

Camera Distortion

October 29, 2012 No Comments

We’ve all had our picture taken and thought I look fat….

When I think of camera distortion I take into account two things my lens and posing. Some lenses can make you look tall and skinny and others make you look short and fat. A good photographer will know which lenses are appropriate to use.

Posing is a little tricky… My basic rule of thumb is whatever is close to the camera looks bigger. That being said if you hate the way your arms look you want to pull them back, so they look smaller.

Here is a video that will go more in depth into posing.

Product Photographer, Product Photography

Medical Device Photos

October 25, 2012 No Comments

Retouched by

Simon Hinchliffe
www.sensecompany.com

This photograph was taken for the AOS a Medical Device Company. This photograph will appear on all their packaging.

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Wedding Photography, Wedding Tips

Advice for the Moms

October 22, 2012 No Comments

Finding the right dress can be difficult especially for the mothers of the bride and groom. Often times The Moms are as much a part of the as the bride and groom and it’s important to find the right dress. I find that most moms find it comforting to bring someone with them to help find a dress. Below are a couple examples of the dress I see most often. This style comes in lots of colors, so you can find colors that both complement you and match the wedding theme. One thing that’s really nice about this dress is it comes with a matching jacket. I find that most of my moms are self-conscious when it comes to their arms.

*Since this is the Brides day… Don’t wear a dress that is any shade of white. While the Bride might not care, you don’t want guests to get the wrong impression.

Photographer, Wedding Photography, Wedding Tips

Woohoo Party!

October 15, 2012 No Comments

Sometimes trying to decide if you’re going to do an open bar for your wedding is more than simply “can we afford to pick up the bar tab at the end of the night?” There are reasons to do an open bar and there are reasons not to. Sometimes if your crowd is a little more reserved having an open bar can mean the difference between having a fun wedding vs. a boring one. On the other hand, if your guests are heavy drinkers it could mean the difference between a drunken slosh feast and a beautiful wedding. One thing I suggest is not to serve drinks until the cocktail hour. I’ve been to a couple wedding where they served drink before the ceremony and you could here glasses clanking during the ceremony. Plus it starts people drinking earlier, which means they get tipsy earlier and leave your reception early. These are suggestions that people don’t usually consider when planning their wedding but I’ve been to several weddings where people drank too much. If it were me I’d do a full bar during cocktail hour, beer/wine during the reception and a cash bar for those that want their cocktails.

Family Photographer