Sandra Coan Certified Photographer
I HAVE SUPER EXCITING NEWS!
Many of you know I have been in a mentoring/certification photography program over the last year and a half. I have received my official CERTIFICATION badge! It has been a lot of hard, but fun work.
Who is Sandra Coan? Sandra is an award winning, phenomenal newborn and family portrait photographer based in Seattle. She is a leader in the industry being asked to speak and teach at national photographic events around the country.
What does it mean to be a Sandra Coan Certified Photographer? It means that through the program, I have obtained an expertise in many different facets of the photography business: technical ability, working with clients (and their furry friends), pricing, posing and effective editing of my work. Being certified also means being part of a network of skilled photographers across the country where Sandra can confidently refer her out of state clients.
Below you can see how my portfolio was rated by Sandra Coan.
Lighting 5/5
Your work shows that you know how to balance your settings (ISO, Shutter Speed and Aperture) to create proper exposure and visual interest.
Your work demonstrates that you clearly understand the role of your settings when working with natural light and with strobes and flash.
Your portfolio demonstrates a preferred light quality (hard or soft) and preferred lighting patterns that are used consistently and with intention.
All portraits show flattering catchlights.
Your work is cohesive.
You have a clear lighting style and a consistent use of light, regardless of whether you are working with natural light or artificial light.
Posing 5/5
Your portfolio demonstrates flattering use of posing.
Your subjects look relaxed and at ease.
The angles you use when capturing an image are flattering and consistent.
Your posing is used with the intention to tell a story or create a moment.
You have a set of “go-to” poses that bring cohesion and consistency to your portfolio.
You have a clear point of view and a signature posing style.
Processing 5/5
Your processing is consistent in tone, density, color balance, and contrast, even when captured at different times of day and at different locations.
Your work is cohesive.
You have a clear, consistent style that is reflected throughout your portfolio, regardless of whether you are working with natural or artificial light and regardless of time of day or location.
Your entire portfolio looks like it was captured by the same artist, resulting in work that is instantly recognizable as yours!