Capture Memories That Last: Why You Should Hire a Pro Photographer for Milestone Events

Capture Memories That Last: Why You Should Hire a Pro Photographer for Milestone Events

Guest Blog by our friends at Adobe Express


Life is full of special moments that we treasure forever. Whether it is a wedding, a birth, a graduation, or a family reunion, these events deserve to be documented so that we can revisit them and relive the memories whenever we want. While it may be tempting to ask a friend or family member to capture these moments, nothing can compare to the expertise of a professional photographer. In this blogpost, we will explore the benefits of hiring a professional photographer for your most important life events.

A Pro Can Stage the Scene

One of the most significant benefits of hiring a professional photographer is that they know how to stage photos. They have a keen eye for detail and can create stunning compositions that capture the essence of the moment. They also know how to work with lighting, angles, and backgrounds to create the perfect shot. When you hire a professional photographer, you can be sure that every photo will be picture-perfect.

A Pro Ensures Everyone Is Comfortable

Besides capturing beautiful and memorable moments, one of the most significant contributions of a professional photographer is their ability to make everyone feel at ease. It’s not uncommon to feel uneasy or self-conscious when there’s a camera pointed at you. That’s where professional photographers shine. They have a knack for making people feel comfortable, relaxed, and natural in front of the camera. They can connect with people, make them laugh, and foster an environment where everyone feels right at home.

A Pro Has an Eye for Special Moments

Hiring a professional photographer offers a multitude of benefits, one of which is their ability to capture important moments. Life’s special events are brimming with fleeting moments that often go unnoticed. However, by hiring a professional photographer, you are provided with the assurance that even the tiniest moments will be immortalized in a perfectly captured photograph. From tears of joy to bursts of laughter, they possess the skill and experience to seize all the unique moments of your special day. As a result, you can relive and cherish these memories, forever captured in photographs that encapsulate your most precious moments.

A Pro Can Make a Good Image Better

When it comes to hiring a professional photographer, their photo editing skills are a valuable asset that should not be overlooked. As skilled artists, photographers understand that the perfect shot often requires post-production adjustments to achieve the desired look and feel. Professional photographers have access to advanced software and technology that allows them to make precise edits to enhance the quality of their images. Whether it’s correcting colors, adjusting brightness and contrast, or even removing unwanted elements from your photos, a professional has the expertise to give your pictures that polished and professional look that will leave a lasting impression.

The Best Time to DIY Your Images

Once you receive your images from your professional photographer, you can DIY some cool projects yourself with the help of a free platform like Adobe Express,obe.com/express/ which provides access to thousands of templates, fonts, themes, colors, images, and more so you can create designs that speak to the heart.

● All About Baby: With Adobe Express birth announcement maker, you can create beautiful birth announcements to share with your family and friends.

● Share Family Photos: Adobe Express also offers a photo calendar maker, which allows you to make customized calendars with your favorite photos.

● So Many Wedding Photos: If you have multiple photos, you might prefer the Adobe Express photo collage maker to share a library of your favorite memories.

● Say It on Social Media: The Adobe Express Instagram post maker is excellent for sharing your photos on social media.

In Conclusion:

Life events are special moments that we want to treasure forever. To ensure that these moments are captured perfectly, its best to hire a professional photographer. They know how to create stunning compositions, make everyone feel at ease, capture important moments, and edit your images to perfection. With their help, you can create memories that will last a lifetime. Additionally, Adobe Express can be an excellent DIY option for further showcasing your professional photo session!



Underwater Maternity // San Diego Maternity Photography

Last time we did Missy's maternity photos, it was her husband Bryan with the crazy idea ("let's get one with her in the middle of the ocean") but this time it was mine ("how do you feel about me photographing you underwater?") and both times I had a great time. I adore this family and love the images we make together. I'm anxiously awaiting little Finn's arrival and can't wait to photograph him outside of the belly. <3 Those sibling shots always pull on my heartstrings!

To watch video of us at this shoot, click here.

This session was a ton of fun. We started with a little auntie playtime to get Ollie comfortable.

Then we did some formal portraits inside. 

Then Bryan got verified on Twitter and we did some more playing (check out that side eye). :)

Then we splashed around in the pool for some documentary shots and squeezed in a some underwater formals. <3

I'm sure the full set will be posted to Missy's YouTube channel soon.  To follow Missy & Bryan's journey, his music, &/or for miscarriage/loss support, be sure to visit all of their their channels (Daily Bumps, Missy Lanning, & Bryan Lanning) on YouTube.

xo~ Chrystal

 

Summer // A Day In The Life Session

You know how important I feel Day in the Life Sessions are. It's not just the memories that move me though, but the experience too. It is so different than traditional portraits.

Every year, we get our traditional portraits done and it ALWAYS stresses me out. Outfits, messes...where are the tights I just bought? No time to do my hair. Arguing in the car. Husband making a wrong turn. Dropping the mascara wand. Texting our photographer to apologize for being late. Again. 

DITL sessions are the opposite of that. We had so much summer fun playing and laughing during this session. They even fed me pizza. :) I'm so happy to share these with you. I love this family.

Can't wait for the next one!