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October 16, 2020 By owcadmin

Photographers Etiquette

The moral code has been broken

Since digital photography has become more popular around 2005, anyone with a point & shoot camera can call themselves a professional photographer, even though they are far from it.

There are many acute attributes that make up being professional photographer including: Technical camera skills, external lighting knowledge, posing & expert direction. Knowing where to be and where NOT to be, as to NOT BE OBTRUSIVE! Also, basic manners and etiquette from running your own business.

I didn’t realize the paparazzi were going to be at Plamann Park today? (Appleton Wi.) Talk about RUDE, PUSHY, MINDLESS PEOPLE!  A random female photographer almost took me out with her elbow as she backed into me while I was photographing an engagement session! She had NO CONCEPT of personal space or ETIQUETTE!  There is over 5 miles of trails and scenic vistas so why on God’s green earth did she have to crowd me? She literally was about 12 inches from my heels as she barked commands at the family she was photographing. My couple and her family all looked at each other puzzled as to why she as moving into our zone? If she has wanted to shoot there all she needed to do was communicate that to me in “words”! Or how about asking “hey when you’re done may I use this area”.  I thought to myself, did she just have a labotomy ?

The 8 other amateur photographers that roamed the park were all on top of each other like a mosh pit. None of them had any common sense or the decency to stay out of each other’s way! None of them had any logos or branding items with them and not one of them was dressed professionally which lead me to believe they were all amateurs.

Digital photography can be wonderful but the digital industry has also ruined the “professional” market. It seem that any person that buys a point & shoot camera considers themselves a Pro, even though most of have NEVER studied photography or do it for a living. This brings the industry DOWN because there are no more “standards”.

As a society we are taught manners and social skills. Why can’t adults practice these?  Let’s start with the basics – be Polite, say thank you, put others first! Wow, what a novel idea!

Although the leaf colors were stunning today in Wisconsin, I won’t be returning to Plamann Park. It was an uncomfortable hot mess of uncouth freelancers. It was unnerving how they just kept photobombing!! I wonder how long they will be in business… playing it so fast n loose?  In the words of Dug the talking dog from  Pixar’s movie UP  “Squirrel”.  That about sums them up!      ~ Namaste!

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June 20, 2014 By Heidi & Gerry

Creating Senior pictures that stand out!

In this competitive industry we stand out by showing you a different perspective on photographing senior grads. Our enthusiastic portrait sessions capture your style, your loves, and honest emotion. Old fashion/structured senior session are out and new “Lifestyle sessions” are whats in because they document who you really are. What is your favorite ~ relaxing environment? We never put our cameras down because that’s when the magic happens when our grads forget they are being photographed! Our latest shoot was on a relaxing boat trip on Lake Delton and hiking through Cambrian sandstone trails & tributary canyons. Who doesn’t like being out in nature – especially in the short summers of Wisconsin!

 

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May 21, 2014 By Heidi & Gerry

Senior high school pictures ~ Day Tripping!

For anyone on the planet who has graduated from high school I think we all agree it’s definitely a milestone!  There is always tension on students from adolescence and family dynamics to peer pressure in the classroom, studying for tests ~ perhaps like algebra LOL, going to bed early and my personal favorite… having to get up at the crack of dawn to go back and do it all over again! Lets face it – you’ve work your buns off mentally and physically! As graduation draws near many students prepare to celebrate their coming of age with a Grad party, vacation or maybe even a car! Since all great moments are documented from your birth, childhood birthdays, sports & hobbies in grade school, Senior Pictures are the cherry on the top! Team Teja wants to give you a “Day trip”  you will never forget! We invite you, Mom, and your BFF to join us on an unforgettable excursion anywhere within 100 miles of Appleton. Let’s start a fabulous dialogue at our boutique during your meet and greet to brain storm on YOUR perfect location! Our Senior sessions are fresh, fun & unconventional and customized around your personality. We don’t want to rush you through the most important photo session of your life. The day is yours and if the session time goes over we are happy to accommodate all in the name of creating art!  Team Teja’s out of town sessions include stopping on the way for your fav refreshments & snacks. We take our sweet time in capturing the real you ( after about 30 min people tend to relax in front of the camera more ) so we always include extra time too chill, change outfits and simply enjoy your day & road trip out of Appleton! Once your shoot is complete we often stop for a bite to eat on the way back ~ food is fuel and it makes everyone happy! As artist’s we are constantly scanning for unique locations on the drive back. If we find another location unexpectedly we always stop to grab a few spontaneous shots ~ perhaps a sunset or who knows! We promise you a spectacular senior photo session and unforgettable day! We encourage all of our Grads to try an out of town session to clear your mind, and get away from the norm. Sky’s the limit, just let us know how we can help plan the photo session of your dreams!

 

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May 13, 2014 By Heidi & Gerry

Senior pictures ~ International

De La Teja Studio enjoys the reputation of being one of the most sought after photography teams in the Midwest and Mexico. Heidi & Gerry have been working in the photography industry for 17 years and have covered the globe documenting fashion, commercial, weddings & senior graduation pictures! Since they live in Mexico City part of the winter they have the pleasure of working with clients on an international level. Mexico City is the 10th largest city in the world and is a fusion of unique people from every walk of life. Heidi & Gerry look forward to shooting in Mexico each year because of all the wonderful locations and fantastic people it has to offer! From the hustle and bustle of the downdown /Zocalo, to the quaint boarder towns with old chapels and hand carved wooden doors to the beautiful mountains and the beaches of Acapulco. Mexico is simply Incredible! We dedicate this post to International Graduates ~ Congrats to all! This Senior Session was taken at a 15th Century old Monastery 2 hours outside the city.  We have covered many weddings there over the years and its a breathtaking location! Thanks to the gracious people of Mexico that work there and take such great care of the grounds and for allowing us to shoot in such a unforgettable place. Gracias por todo!

 

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May 11, 2014 By Heidi & Gerry

Senior portraits Appleton ~ Dance theme

De La Teja Studio specializes in a documentary style with a fashion flair when covering senior portraits! There are no 2 students alike and that’s why we never take the same approach when laying out your personalized photo session! We love it when students include their fav hobbies or sports for a unique themed ~ one of a kind session! Our Grad “Rachel” was a blast and decided to include her ballet gear! We used a retro effect to fuse her ivory dress with the warm wood of the loft.  We do not use filters or photo shop on every picture nor every client. As artists we “feel” the image before we take it, and carry it over in any after effect we feel necessary.

 

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