If you’re searching for a “photographer near me,” you are likely looking for a professional photographer who can get to know you as a person and not just see you as another client. This may sound obvious—of course they’ll get to know you!—but I think it’s worth emphasizing because it’s so important.

Portfolios Are Important

The first thing you should do when looking for a photographer near you is look at their portfolio. If they have a website, check out their work—do they have shots that are similar to what you’re looking for? Do they have something special or unique that stands out? If not, it’s probably because they don’t specialize in what you want – like headshots or family portraits for example.  If they do have samples of the type of photography that interests you most—you’re off to a great start!

Hello, neighbor

A good relationship with your photographer is key to getting the photos that you want. How will they know what poses to put you in? What lighting will make the most of your features? How can they capture your family’s unique dynamic? Getting answers to these questions before their camera even comes out of the bag should be a must-do on any photographer’s list. Because ultimately all of this is about YOU. And when your photographer knows and understands who you really are, they can feel comfortable enough to let their imagination take over and help you create beautiful images that will stand the test of time.

Another benefit of hiring a photographer near you is that they can take care of all the details for you. If you’re looking for a fine art portrait, a business headshot or a family photo, having someone on hand who can manage both the photography, the outfits and the styling for you means you don’t have to worry about it.

If you live nearby and you’d like to see our work, please check out our portrait and headshot photography portfolio. You’ll find examples of our work there, as well as testimonials from happy customers who have hired us before. And if you’d like to see our latest portrait photos, follow us on our Instagram.