Hello! I'm really excited because my sister-in law asked me to take pictures for her business. She is a dentist and needs to update her photos on her website and needs new photos of her new facility and staff. I'm really flattered she asked me but I have no idea what I'm doing. Anyone have any pointers for this novice? She wants indoor shots - patients interaction and outdoor shots of her new building. What things do you think I will need? Reflectors maybe?
Any help or suggestions I would really appreciate! Any how-to links you've found helpful would be great too!
Thanks so much in advance! I really want to do the best job I can.
Celly525
I'd say look at other websites for dentists and get a feel for the sort of pictures they might be looking for. A portrait lens set up would be handy for all the indoor, and the outdoors pray for a sunny day and try to get a tripod
i would say, check the lighting out before you do the shoot.
and several photos of each type of pose.
have fun
enjoy it all. i like to remind people before i take photos that i am needing the practice...
you will do well.
@xddx ~ Thanks so much! It will be a challenge but I will be sure to have fun!
@alexgdowding ~ Thanks! Whats a good portrait lens? I passed by the office to take some test outdoor shots and I only had my 50mm prime with me. I had to go clear across the parking lot just to take a photo of the front of the office. The only other lens I have is the kit lens but I'm better at using that lens. I may be able to borrow some other lens from my work or coworkers. Any suggestions?
@glendq ~ great tip with reminding people that I need the practice. hopefully that will take some of the pressure off of me...i'm pretty shy to begin with and very hard on myself so if I just come out and say I'm still learning hopefully I won't be as self conscience! maybe I should even do a test indoor shoot before the real one!
I would suggest either a strobe with a softbox, or use a tripod. If you shoot with natural light, you are gonna have to use a very slow shutter of around 1/4 which will mean the people will be blurry from motion. You may actually prefer that, however, because of my next piece of advice.
Patients in all medical practices are protected by HIPPA privacy laws. It's illegal to shoot a photo of someone inside the practice without written consent first, so find a good model release form online and use it throughout the day. Most people don't mind at a dentist office.
@celly525 I would also suggest a strobe with a softbox for executive headshots. I would recommend borrowing a 24-70mm lens from a camera store, which can also be used for the outdoor shots of her building. Outdoor photos should be taken early in the morning or late afternoon for the best light. Hope that helps! Good luck and have fun!
@celly525 The prime is probably a decent portrait lens, and as @francineogonz said a 24-70 would be a good bet too. Kit lens won't be as sharp as some of the other lenses but you usually can't see a huge difference.
Like everyone else says, just have fun!
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and several photos of each type of pose.
have fun
enjoy it all. i like to remind people before i take photos that i am needing the practice...
you will do well.
@alexgdowding ~ Thanks! Whats a good portrait lens? I passed by the office to take some test outdoor shots and I only had my 50mm prime with me. I had to go clear across the parking lot just to take a photo of the front of the office. The only other lens I have is the kit lens but I'm better at using that lens. I may be able to borrow some other lens from my work or coworkers. Any suggestions?
@glendq ~ great tip with reminding people that I need the practice. hopefully that will take some of the pressure off of me...i'm pretty shy to begin with and very hard on myself so if I just come out and say I'm still learning hopefully I won't be as self conscience! maybe I should even do a test indoor shoot before the real one!
Patients in all medical practices are protected by HIPPA privacy laws. It's illegal to shoot a photo of someone inside the practice without written consent first, so find a good model release form online and use it throughout the day. Most people don't mind at a dentist office.
Like everyone else says, just have fun!