KKCFamilyman said:
I have a 5d3 24-105, 70-200 2.8 is ii, 50mm 1.4. I want to start a photography business shooting family portraits at family outings or where ever they want to shoot. I like Candids and would love to go and capture those moments for families like first days at schools, parties, holidays, etc. just not sure how to get started and if I should do some free work to gain experience, etc. Any suggestions would be helpful.
look at risk of sounding like a an ass and dont take this the wrong way, but based on many of your questions on this forum you seem to be a long way from proffessional shooting.
Think of mastering the camera as merely the very very basics, beyond that there is the ability to direct people this is particularly difficult with non models, there are lots of techniques that can be used to elicit the "look" you are chasing. proffessional models are much easier to deal with as they know how to work the camera.
Basically its not about the gear but about much more than that.
Definatley see if you can find a local photographer that is interested in a free assistant and while you are assisting pay special attention to how he directs the model and also how they react to certain directions.
being able to direct people the right way is not something everyone can do.
you might be able to second shoot a bit too but use this opportunity to see how they move and interact, the trouble is not many photographers are keen on training their future competition so its a bit catch 22
Remember if you want to shoot people its all about the people how they move what makes the insecure and stiffen up, what makes them relax and let their guard down without breaking down some barriers first you will just get a bunch of mug shots or snap shots. I would also strongly recommend reading everything from joe mcnally and looking at his work.
Good luck dont try jump in boots and all too deep because it might do more damage to your confidence than working up to it slowly.
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