When people hear the word “headshot”, the image of Hollywood lights and star-studded events might come to mind. There is a common misconception that headshots are exclusively for actors and actresses gracing the pages of glossy magazines to promote their latest film; the truth of the matter is, headshots are a vital way for everyday…
Read MoreSmall Business Marketing On A Low Budget 💲 Why Choose Photo & Video
https://youtu.be/AHXzQ4SrAsc Introduction - Small Business Marketing Strategy My goal with this post is to open your eyes as a small business marketing manager, owner or entrepreneur to the endless amount of possibilities that a single investment in high quality photo/video can have on reducing the impact on your marketing spend overall. We are going…
Read MoreAutomotive Photography Tips For Beginners
What's up guys Donovan Wagner here and today we're talking automotive photography. Stick around. So automotive photography is where it all started for me. I went and bought my first Canon Rebel t and all I really had to take photos of in the prairies of Canada was our vehicles so we'd go out in…
Read MoreNight Photography Camera Settings Video Tutorial
https://youtu.be/YtEaUL5IPdA What's up guys my name is Donovan Wagner and today we're gonna talk a little bit about night photography. I have a lot of people ask me how to do night photography and I think it's definitely something we all try to experiment with more first starting out because it's a lot of fun…
Read MorePhotography When It’s Cloudy
https://youtu.be/Qma561yna8w What's up guys it's Donovan Wagner and today we're gonna give you some tips on how to take better photos when it's cloudy outside. Alright, look at the bright side even when it's cloudy out it's just nature's softbox. It's actually doing you favors when you're shooting portraits because there's no shadows under the…
Read MoreHow to Price Your Photography Business (Packages & Sessions) | Tips From A Professional Photographer
https://youtu.be/aDwiVVLNsfM Hey guys. My name is Donovan Wagner and today we are going to talk a little bit about pricing your photography when you're first starting out. So you guys have gone and done your free shoots, you've built your portfolio and you're ready to start charging your clients. So the first thing you need…
Read More“How Do I Use My Camera Like A Pro” Q&A With Jordan Sangster
https://youtu.be/CwvRADube90 Hey guys. So I had a question come in earlier from Jordan Sangster and she said, "How do I use my camera like a pro?" So my biggest three tips for you would be 1) practice. Just get out there and use your camera, don't be afraid to take 'bad' pictures. We're shooting on…
Read MoreHow To Become A Photographer | 5 Tips For A Career In Photography
https://youtu.be/CfD589O6SKQ #1 - Just say yes to every shoot that comes your way at first. This is going to force you out of your comfort zone and learn the skills to the pay the bills. This is really important when you're first starting out and it'll also help you build a portfolio. #2 - Invite…
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Social Media Photos: How To Take Pictures That Capture People’s Attention
At Hiilite we work with many Social Media Influencers to help make their feed stand out. In this post we will uncover some of the ways our professional photographers go about achieving artistic portraits for our clients. While you may not have an expert photographer on staff, the aesthetic of hiring an expert photographer near…
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Mirrorless vs DSLR: Why Hiilite Photography Made The Switch In 2018
Mirrorless vs DSLR - Which Is Better For You? Hiilite Photography joined the Sony Alpha movement in February of 2018, by purchasing our first Sony A7Riii. This was an eye opener for us, seeing what this small mirrorless camera could achieve. After using the Sony for a couple months, it became clear that we would…
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