On Tuesday morning, I received a request for commercial portrait photography. The person on the phone told me that he would wear a fireman’s uniform. I had never photographed a fireman before, so I was really excited. A commercial portrait photo shoot is always different. Every time, you try to capture not only the smart look of your model but also his personality. This is a tricky bit.
If you imagine that you get to spend less than one hour with a stranger but must find out as much as possible. Well, it may sound hard, but the camera has something special in it. A good photographer can make you feel really comfortable that you will uncover your real You. If someone asked me what it means to be a good photographer, I would describe it as a person you feel really comfortable with. A person worth to share yours thoughts and ideas, and portrait photography is the best test for it. A commercial portrait must include a bit of both – a smart, professional look and the character of the photographed person. Did I achieve it on this occasion? Please look through the gallery and let me know if you can read a bit about Chris from the photos I took.
My model was Chris Gannon, who played in the Peterborough Premier League. Chris is also known for being a British pioneer of global fire service reform. It was a fantastic experience for me and a great chance to meet a great person. The reason for the commercial photo shoot – Chris is a founder and first Chief Fire Officer in the British West Indies. I very much admire him for what he has achieved, and I’m really glad that he used Peterborough Photography Studio for his commercial portrait. Thank you one more time Chris.
