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Family Photo Shoot

How to Photograph Families

Family photo shoots are typically a recipe for lots of fun, whether in studio or on location. From a lovely young trio like Hamza, Farzana and Rania featured above, to an extended group of 12 or more people, the pleasure is always palpable and the memories treasured. A number of particularly unforgettable photo shoots we’ve done have been for big families celebrating a parent’s 80th birthday or a couple’s 50th wedding anniversary, incorporating three generations of vibrantly joyous people, some even filming proceedings. Continue reading “How to Photograph Families”

Aerial Drone with Camera

Aerial Images – Drone, Chopper or Microlight?

Aerial photography and videography adds an important element to many of our assignments. We at OV&P Professional Digital Imaging use three different platforms for our aerial work, namely helicopters, microlights and unmanned drones. The distinct differences between the platforms are cost, usage and practicality. My favourite platform is the unmanned drone because of its relatively small size that facilitates access to unusual and difficult locations. It is also the least expensive of the available options, while providing great value. Above and below are images of two types of drones that we typically use. Continue reading “Aerial Images — Drone, Chopper or Microlight?”

Top model Lee-Ann Roberts

Power of Professional Profile Pics

It’s wonderful to witness how beautiful portraits can contribute to their subject’s self esteem, not to mention towards their professional success. We’ve seen this over and again in our studio and on location, shooting hundreds of models and non-modeling people of all ages during the past decade. From bubbling children and tentative teenagers who are awakened to the delight of feeling attractive, to men and women well into middle age and beyond, who have never before appreciated a photo of themselves, or corporate staff photographed at their office, the sense of fulfillment is profound. Continue reading “Power of Professional Profile Pics”