[L’importanza della scelta giusta]
…Or, why do I deliver so few shots?
“But how many shots!”
I often hear this from my subjects, with a mixture of amazement and amusement.
And yes, I admit, when I do a professional portrait shoot, I shoot a lot, in fact a lot. At first, I do it to help you get comfortable with my presence, and to give me time to find the angle that will make you shine.
Every shot counts: from the fleeting microexpressions to the eyebrow that barely arches, from the sparkle in the eyes that appears and disappears, to the corner of the lips–everything matters.
Then comes the crucial moment: the selection.
From the thousands of initial shots (yes, sometimes it is over 1300 photos), 30 emerge. And from those 30, often only 3. It’s like sifting through gold: first we weed out the “stones” — out-of-focus shots, closed eyes, expressions that … well, let’s just say they’ll never see the light of day!
🌪Many photographers find this phase tedious. I, on the other hand, love it.
Why?
Because it is a real treasure hunt.
Every face hides little pearls, and finding them is the most exciting part of my work. When I can capture that precious pearl and return it, it is a magical moment – for me and for you.
“Nice, but I know myself better. I can pick the right shots, right?” – you might think.
I understand the temptation. After all, who knows their own face better than you?
☄️When I take hundreds of photos, I’m not just pressing a random button.
I’m evaluating a myriad of factors: the light that caresses your face, the angle that enhances you, your posture, and especially those expressive nuances that can turn a beautiful photo into an image that touches the heart.
☁️The risk of doing everything yourself is like trying to cook by watching tutorials on YouTube (I’m talking about your own experience): you might get away with it (or not), but why risk it when you already have a professional at your disposal?
🌟So what do I want to say with all this?
The choice of images is not just a technical step, but it is a fundamental part of the service I offer you.
This is where my experience and expertise makes the difference, ensuring that you receive only the best. Because that positive image becomes part of how you see yourself. It is as if you are building a new mirror, one that reflects the best version of yourself, today and in the future.
This is a serious matter that I deal with by laughing and joking, but very responsibly and seriously.
How about you? What post-shooting experience did you have? Were you satisfied with the final selection of your photos? Let me know!
