tana_d. Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 "Oh, you edit the photos afterward? Really?" "Umm, did you know your flash is pointed up at the ceiling?" And yes I've gotten the "I don't think you need your flash on out here, it's very bright and sunny" And of course, "Your camera takes nice photos" (just grin and nod). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catherine_oostdyk Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 "Now that I've ordered all the photos I'm going to, will you give me the digital negatives?" "Will you take one with my camera" Of course I happily do but it gets a little old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marysledd Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Does anyone else have this problem?? As a young female photographer it drives me crazy that guests frequently assume my male assistant is "the photographer." They make the assumption even when I'm the one with a camera taking pictures and the assistant is dragging gear behind me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marysledd Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 "How much did that camera cost? It takes nice pictures." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carbon_dragon Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 ""You wouldn't compliment a chef on his pots and pans would you?" Love it!" Actually like photography, the equipment doesn't make the result, but it definitely contributes. Chefs have their toys too -- All Clad or Mauviel pans that cost $300+ apiece, Mandolin that cost $200 plus, etc. They don't make the food taste good any more than a High end Canon or Nikon makes the picture look good, but there's no denying that it helps to have high quality equipment. And in photography it's not like the old days when even though the pro was using a Nikon F and you had a Minolta SR-T-101 you were both using the same film (and hence the same imaging technology) and thus had the ability to achieve the same results. Now the imaging tech is in the camera so the pro with his 21MP Canon is essentially equivalent to the Medium Format shooter to your 35mm. So I guess my point is that if anything, equipment matters MORE today than it did 20 years ago. All that said naturally the major component, as stated so eloquently by the original poster is that when you're good you can make it look easy, but that doesn't mean it IS easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rannbphoto Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 OK, this thread is GREAT!!!!! Sledd - yes I get that ALL the time. I also look like I'm 12 (short and babyfaced), so even if I have another female with me, I'm always treated as the assistant. One from me - "How much is your cheapest package? I'll just get that and then copy off the rest on my computer." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ed_farmer Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 "You must have a really good camera." "You take how many pictures!" "You know, I used to shoot weddings." "I am studying photography, but I could never lower myself to shooting weddings." "8 meg! My cellphone has an 8 meg camera!" "Do you really need all of that stuff or is just for show?" Guest: What camera are you shooting? Me: The new Nikon F-16. Guest: Cooooool! I am sure that I will come up with more later . . . Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdp Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 "HEY! Your flash is pointing behind you and lighting the wall behind you." This, while I'm backed up to a white wall and ceiling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt_needham Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 The bride arriving 15 min late for her portrait session, and announcing "I don't like the way the hairdresser did my hair. We're redoing it." My least favorite thing to hear from a couple "We can't find the checkbook." ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
love schoolcraft Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 OK, this is a fav of mine. It's not really a comment, but its an action. You know all those disposable cameras that brides love to leave on the tables? Yeah, everyone thinks their being original when they snap a picture of me, being the photographer...lol! I have a minimum of 12 mug shots taken per wedding when those are there. I always end up apologizing to the bride...but she normally laughs it up then. LOL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edrodgers Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 David, I agree. Sure Mario Andretti is an awesome driver in any car, but he won't enter the race with a Toyota Corolla either. Ehhh.. A good photographer can get the most out of any camera, absolutely. But when a chef uses a gold plated spoon to taste the soup, it's for a good reason. They don't want to add the taste of plastic, wood, or steel to his taste buds. Just like we want to maximize color contrast, sharpness, accuracy, and speed with quality equipment. I have fun challenging myself with my old Canonete. I have done some really cool things with it. But I'm not about to let it replace a 5D and 24-70 at a wedding. I guess it has all been said before. "That must be a really nice camera." "I think so. I love it." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfidaho Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Howdy! I guess I have a good attitude. Most of the above comments don't bother me. In fact, I either take them as compliments, or I look at them as a chance to educate the public. "You must have a very expensive camera!" --> "Thanks!" "You take how many pictures!" --> "It's digital, so I don't worry about it very much!" "You know, I used to shoot weddings." --> "I'll bet you don't miss it very much!" "8 meg! My cellphone has an 8 meg camera!" --> "A Porsche has a four cylinder engine, just like a Hyundai, but I'll bet the Porsche handles better and goes faster". "Do you really need all that stuff or is it just for show?" --> "Well, what do you think I should get rid of?" "Now that I've ordered all the photos I'm going to, will you give me the digital negatives?" --> "Sure, just as soon as you give me $500". "I don't think you need your flash on out here, it's very bright and sunny" --> "Do you see that shadow on their faces, and those hollow raccoon eyes? The camera sees it too. I have to get rid of it." "Umm, did you know your flash is pointed up at the ceiling?" --> "Yes, it's like opening a big hole in the roof for the sun to come through". "I'm a Nikon guy myself.." --> "Good for you! I know lots of Nikon shooters! It's a great system, but I prefer Canon." "I am studying photography, but I could never lower myself to shooting weddings." --> "Call me when you make your first million". "Where do you print your prints at?" --> "mpix.com" "I could do this too, I just bought a (fill in the blank with expensive camera)" --> "Be my guest". "I hope you haven't paid him. I know a little bit about photography and there's no way he could have got that shot" --> "I'll tell you what. I'll bet todays fee that I DID get that shot. All we have to do is look at the LCD. Do you feel lucky?" "Are you getting those shots?" --> "I just got that shot, but thanks for pointing it out". The one thing that does bother me is the assumption that younger people or ladies (or young ladies for that matter) are not primary photographers. I don't know how to solve that, except for the cheesy photographers vest. Later, Paulsky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conraderb Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 The new Nikon F-16! hahahaha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob_crisp Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 "Wow those are great picures, what kind of camera do you use?" I told someone who said that to me one time that that was like telling a writer they loved a book they wrote and asking what kind of typewriter do you use. Person 1 "How can he take photos of them in the shade?" Person 2 "He's got one of those professional cameras." Looking at my 70-200,"man I bet you could shoot something a mile away with that thing." And my all time favorite which I've heard a million times, "I hope I don't break your camera." I always respond "don't worry I've got two." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
don_hill Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 You've eaten right? (as they are putting the food away and everyone is dancing) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtrejo6 Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 I was working with a couple and as I changed lenses, before I even had a chance to remove the lense cap they were quick to notice "your lense cap is on". I'm glad they were there to tell me otherwise I would have had some seriosly underexposed images :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill_clark___minnetonka_mi Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 "You can't enter the room. We're not dressed!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picturesque Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 "Where's the restroom?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephen dohring Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 This one actually bothers me. : "You are an awesome photographer!" From a guest who has never seen a print, website or the lcd screen from me. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ_konrad Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 <b><i>"You are an awesome photographer!" From a guest who has never seen a print, website or the lcd screen from me. </b></i><p>That just reflects that you work well with people. There are many photographers out there that take can excellent pictures but have little or no "people" skills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stefanie1 Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 I get a lot of people saying that I'm a great photog without seeing a photo, I take it as a compliment to my people skills. My favorite comment though... <br><br> "no digital for the pros I guess" <br><br> It amazes me that there's so many people that think that DSLRs don't exsist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericophotography Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 "Is that a film camera? You should get a digital." This comes from two friends of mine who say that every time they see me with a camera. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stefanie1 Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Oh and Paulsky, I've found that a 70-200 and a good commanding voice goes a long way in people taking me seriously. And I'm 5'2", 120 lbs and look about 16, I've never had a problem with people not thinking I was the photographer. Well once, but that was my second wedding and there was an Uncle Bob who kinda took over, so I asked him to stop and he left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim_schultz1 Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 I agree with Russ, I love hearing "You are an awesome photographer!" I think it has to do with my social skills and putting people at ease. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zackojones Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 I once had a conversation that went like this while using my 40D: <br> Q - What kind of film do you shoot with? <br> A - I opened the camera and ejected the CF card and replied "SanDisk" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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