I've been wanting to begin doing vendor interviews for a few weeks now. Finally taking the leap! After coming across Baltimore area photographer Jill Myers' blog through some Googling, maybe other website, or what-have-you, I connected with her and asked if she'd me my FIRST Charm City vendor interview. Sweet as she is, she got right on it! And I'm happy to say that YOU are the first to see it! Enjoy!
CCB: Who is Jill Myers?
JM: Photographer, loyal friend, loving daughter, little sister, doting aunt, art school grad, webmaster, Baltimoron.
CCB: How would you describe your style?
JM: Photojournalistic with a creative edge.
CCB: What's your favorite part of the wedding to photograph?
JM: The first dance is always pretty great. I love seeing the couple wrapped up in each other with their family and friends swooning on the sidelines. Getting ready photos are a close second… the anticipation, the nervous laughter, the hair, makeup and dress… fun girly stuff.
CCB: Least favorite?
JM: I’m not touching that one.
CCB: How many weddings do you shoot a year?
JM: No more than 10 and I try to leave two weeks in-between when possible. I turn around the images relatively quick plus blogging and Facebook, so it’s helpful to have time to fully dedicate to each wedding.
CCB: What are your all time favorite venues/areas to photograph at (both engagement sessions and weddings)?
JM: I love Fell’s Point for engagement photos… you can find a lot of variety around there. As far as venues, some of the top ones that pop into my head are The Engineer’s Club, Celebrations at the Bay, Gramercy Mansion, Pier 5, the BMA, and The Oaks in St. Michael’s.
CCB: What has been your most memorable assignment and why?
JM: I can’t think of an individual job, but there are always certain moments that stand out. To name a few… a military groom and his friends singing “You’ve lost that loving feeling” to the bride, a bride who would cry if she looked at herself in the mirror while getting ready, the grin of every groom as he sees his bride for the first time, a bride who took off her shoes and stood on her father’s feet during the father-daughter dance, the bride who did the cutest little jig after cutting the cake like she was a football player who just made a touchdown... I could go on, but will stop there.
CCB: What advice should every couple know before their session begins?
JM: I usually tell them that it’s completely normal to feel incredibly awkward for the first 10 minutes and they will get past that. I think it helps for them to know that being nervous at first is okay and expected.
CCB: Do you shoot alone?
JM: That depends on what package my client chooses. I work with a 2nd shooter more often than not and love having that second set of eyes.
CCB: How do you stay inspired and up-to-date on trends?
JM: I think the photography community is stronger now than it has ever been in the past. I stay on top of what other photographers are doing as well as give and get advice. I meet monthly with other photographers in the area who partner with Pictage.com, participate in online forums, and regularly stalk the blogs of friends and people whose work I admire.
CCB: Who is Jill Myers?
JM: Photographer, loyal friend, loving daughter, little sister, doting aunt, art school grad, webmaster, Baltimoron.
CCB: How would you describe your style?
JM: Photojournalistic with a creative edge.
CCB: What's your favorite part of the wedding to photograph?
JM: The first dance is always pretty great. I love seeing the couple wrapped up in each other with their family and friends swooning on the sidelines. Getting ready photos are a close second… the anticipation, the nervous laughter, the hair, makeup and dress… fun girly stuff.
CCB: Least favorite?
JM: I’m not touching that one.
CCB: How many weddings do you shoot a year?
JM: No more than 10 and I try to leave two weeks in-between when possible. I turn around the images relatively quick plus blogging and Facebook, so it’s helpful to have time to fully dedicate to each wedding.
CCB: What are your all time favorite venues/areas to photograph at (both engagement sessions and weddings)?
JM: I love Fell’s Point for engagement photos… you can find a lot of variety around there. As far as venues, some of the top ones that pop into my head are The Engineer’s Club, Celebrations at the Bay, Gramercy Mansion, Pier 5, the BMA, and The Oaks in St. Michael’s.
CCB: What has been your most memorable assignment and why?
JM: I can’t think of an individual job, but there are always certain moments that stand out. To name a few… a military groom and his friends singing “You’ve lost that loving feeling” to the bride, a bride who would cry if she looked at herself in the mirror while getting ready, the grin of every groom as he sees his bride for the first time, a bride who took off her shoes and stood on her father’s feet during the father-daughter dance, the bride who did the cutest little jig after cutting the cake like she was a football player who just made a touchdown... I could go on, but will stop there.
CCB: What advice should every couple know before their session begins?
JM: I usually tell them that it’s completely normal to feel incredibly awkward for the first 10 minutes and they will get past that. I think it helps for them to know that being nervous at first is okay and expected.
CCB: Do you shoot alone?
JM: That depends on what package my client chooses. I work with a 2nd shooter more often than not and love having that second set of eyes.
CCB: How do you stay inspired and up-to-date on trends?
JM: I think the photography community is stronger now than it has ever been in the past. I stay on top of what other photographers are doing as well as give and get advice. I meet monthly with other photographers in the area who partner with Pictage.com, participate in online forums, and regularly stalk the blogs of friends and people whose work I admire.
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