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Chapter VII
Choosing a Photographer

What to check before booking, what to ask, and how to evaluate a studio.

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Three Questions to Ask Your Photographer First

A good session starts with the photographer asking about use case, audience, and intended impression. Bring these questions yourself if they don't.

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The Lens the Photographer Uses Determines 80% of the Result

Focal length affects how facial proportions render. What to know before you book.

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What Changes with Studio Choice

Studio size, ceiling height, background material, and light setup all affect the final image.

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Abstract Direction Alone Does Not Move You

Vague cues like "relax" or "be natural" don't translate to movement. What specific direction looks like.

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Bring Your Own Intake Sheet

How preparing a one-page brief for your photographer eliminates the awkward negotiation at the start of a session.

A Field Guide to Being Photographed

Practical knowledge for people being photographed — built from portrait sessions and workshops.

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