TCC | Q&A: Maintaining a Consistent Editing Style, Fixing Photos After Messing Up The Settings, & More!

In this episode, Lauren and Lindsay discuss the importance of having a consistent editing style in photography. They explain the different editing styles, such as warm, cool, light and airy, moody, true to life, and film. They emphasize the need to identify with one or two editing styles and stay within that wheelhouse. They also discuss how location, lighting, and weather can affect the editing style. They advise photographers to be upfront with clients about the lighting conditions and to showcase a variety of sessions in their portfolio. When camera settings are incorrect during a session, it can be challenging to fix in post-processing. It's important to be aware of location, timing, and weather conditions before shooting to avoid potential issues. If camera settings are off, communicate with the client and make adjustments during the session if possible. In post-processing, try to salvage the images by adjusting exposure, temperature, and other settings. Repetition and practice are key to developing a consistent editing style. Stick to what you're good at and experiment with new styles during free shoots or model calls. Be honest with clients if there are issues with the images and work together to find a solution. In this episode, Lindsay and Lauren discuss what to do if you realize you made a mistake during a photo session and how to handle it with professionalism and empathy. They emphasize the importance of checking camera settings regularly and being prepared for different scenarios. They also discuss the importance of communication with clients and offering solutions, such as a reshoot or a refund. The key takeaway is to take responsibility for your mistakes, apologize sincerely, and do everything you can to make it right for your clients.

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Takeaways

Identify with one or two editing styles and stay within that wheelhouse

Location, lighting, and weather can affect the editing style

Be upfront with clients about the lighting conditions

Showcase a variety of sessions in your portfolio Be aware of camera settings and potential issues before shooting

Communicate with clients about any issues and make adjustments during the session if possible

Experiment with different editing styles during free shoots or model calls

Develop a consistent editing style through repetition and practice

Be honest with clients if there are issues with the images and work together to find a solution Regularly check your camera settings to avoid mistakes during photo sessions.

Take responsibility for your mistakes and apologize sincerely to your clients.

Offer solutions, such as a reshoot or a refund, to make it right for your clients.

Communicate openly and honestly with your clients throughout the process.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Embarrassing Stories

04:08 The Benefits of Learning Experiences

07:38 Different Agriculture Specializations

11:53 Growing Up in Agriculture

15:06 Consistent Editing Style in Photography

20:56 Factors Affecting Editing Style

43:50 Navigating Camera Setting Challenges

46:49 The Importance of a Second Shooter

48:33 Dealing with Out of Focus Photos

51:21 Client Perception of Image Quality

53:21 Communication and Responsibility

56:55 Saving Images in Lightroom

01:02:21 Owning Up to Mistakes

01:04:09 Importance of Checking Camera Settings

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