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A bit more than shoot and edit.

Herson — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 19:16:24 +0000

I’ve been working lately on some projects I’ve had running in the back of my head 24/7. I’ve also been editing two weddings I had the pleasure of shooting in Virginia Beach a couple of weeks ago. And all that while trying to be a husband and a dad!

The thing about being a wedding photographer is not only the fact that you shoot and edit. A good wedding photographer also cares about his clients. Keeping in touch with your past, current and future clients is an important part of being a wedding photographer and having a business. Why? Most people would think that once you shoot a wedding and deliver the product you’re done with that couple. Well, that’s true in part but at least for me I not only meet a couple and shoot their wedding but it allows me to create a friendship as well and that’s why I do it. Even if it’s a “Hey, how are you guys doing” through Facebook. And if you’re thinking about hiring me and you’re reading this don’t worry because I’m not one of those weird stalkers either.

Another big part of it’s the things you do to keep your business “out there”. Most wedding photographers will agree with me that marketing your photography services is a big big BIG and important part of defining how many weddings you want to shoot a year as well as it is very time consuming. Let’s face it; you’re not going to get any business by just sitting in front of the phone expecting a call. Maybe by word of mouth once you’re established but to me that still doesn’t cut it.

So, all in all, that has been the story of my life lately. Keep an eye on the blog for coming updates!

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Wedding

Herson — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:13:42 +0000

Last Saturday Dan and Myra Doyle tied the knot in Virginia Beach. Everything went well throughout the day despite the raging thunderstorms we had in the afternoon. Once the ceremony was done, it was game on. We went to the Hilton Resort in the Virginia Beach Oceanfront and we were there until midnight. Why? These people knew how to celebrate! I have never seen guests have so much fun. I think everybody stood up and danced that night and the music by DJ Bobby here in Virginia Beach was great.

Virginia Beach Wedding

Herson — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:25:56 +0000

This past Saturday I had the pleasure to shoot Ryan and Melissa’s wedding in Virginia Beach, VA. The day went so smooth that I actually had time to sit down for about 20-30 minutes before the wedding ceremony started. All the formals (and “not-so-formals” ) were taken care of before the ceremony so all I had to do after was get in my car and go to Shifting Sands @ Dam Neck Naval Annex to get ready for the reception. I was with my friend Glenn Fajota. We had a blast with the couple and the wedding party; easy going people who made the whole process go by much easier and with awesome ideas! Enjoy.

Virginia Beach Maternity Photo shoot

Herson — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 02:06:20 +0000

A week ago I went to the First Landing Beach in Virginia Beach, VA to do a photo shoot for Darius and Anna. They are expecting their first baby in November. I’ve been doing a lot of maternity photo shoots lately here in Virginia Beach and it helps me to stay busy when there are no weddings going on for me. And I have to tell you, I’m liking it a lot.

Baby on the way

Herson — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 01:31:47 +0000

A few days ago we went out to First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach, VA with Jamie and Lindsay. The two are expecting their first child Tanner in about a month and what better than a photo shoot to show off that belly! We didn’t have much time and the day wasn’t the best but we managed to get some nice-sweet shots of all three of them. I love maternity shoots.

Virginia Beach photo shoot video

Herson — Tue, 05 May 2009 02:42:35 +0000

Here it is. Finally! This video was taken with a 5D MKii by my photog friend Jeremy Grieff. Thanks to him and everybody that helped getting this shoot done. You can check some of the shots here. There will be more in the future so keep checking back for more.

Outdoor photo shoot

Herson — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 18:15:36 +0000

I spent last Sunday shooting with Carly around Virginia Beach. We went to Red Wing Park and Chick’s Beach in Virginia Beach for a variety of shoots. This girl is real fun to shoot with and you can check some of her work here.

Upcoming shoots

Herson — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:22:56 +0000

It’s been almost two weeks since my last post. I have a couple of shoots coming up this weekend here in Virginia so make sure you keep checking back for updates and more photos.

-H

Book your wedding photographer

Herson — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 02:20:36 +0000

Now it’s the time to book your wedding photographer if you haven’t done it yet. Virginia Beach has tons of wedding photographers so make sure you take some time and review, email and call the ones you like the most. Feel free to contact me for any questions and don’t forget to check out my services page. Have a budget? No problem, we can work it out.

-H

Another photography blog

Herson — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:53:02 +0000

I was browsing around for other photography blogs and found this one. It’s called BeyondMegaPixels and it offer it’s readers pretty much anything about photography. From tips and equipment maintenance to reviews and photoshop tutorials. Everything is well organized by categories so all you have to do is click and go.

I soon found myself going to the photoshop section and found an article about vignetting. You can read it here. Something I’ve seen becoming almost too popular lately. I do it too!

Be sure to check it out and if you ever come back looking for it, you can find it on my blogroll.

-H