Professional Child Photographer is an educational platform about the photography profession, serving as a trusted resource since 2007 for families seeking to understand professional child and family photography and for photographers devoted to excellence in the portrait arts.
Whether you're a family looking for guidance in choosing a qualified professional photographer or a professional photographer building your business with professional standards, we have comprehensive resources for you.
Understanding Professional Photography
Professional photography is far more than just ownership of expensive camera equipment. It's a skilled profession requiring years of technical mastery, artistic vision, business acumen, and ongoing education. Professional photographers understand the physics of light, master complex equipment in varying conditions, and possess the interpersonal skills to work effectively with families and children of all ages.
Unlike hobbyist photographers, who may own expensive equipment and know how to operate on a beyond acceptable level to create decent quality imagery, professional photographers run sustainable businesses with consistent quality standards, policies and contracts, consistent quality standards, reliable workflows and proper insurance. Professional photographers invest in continuing education, industry certifications, and professional development - in order to stay current with evolving techniques and technologies. Most importantly, they understand that photography creates historical records - tangible proof that families existed together at specific moments in time, preserving memories that become invaluable across generations.