Jade Banez Photography
Hi my name is Cassie-Anne Walker. I was born and raised in a small town outside of Ottawa. I am a recent graduate from the Creative Photography program at Humber College, in Toronto ON.
As an Ottawa- based portrait photographer with a focus in editorial and beauty photography, I love capturing beauty and emotions to create memories. As they say, ‘A picture is worth a thousand words’.
I work hard to make sure each model feels comfortable and confident in front the camera thus creating a beautiful image. I will take your ideas and creativity and make them come to life in a high-quality image.
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My Camera Evolution
Choosing your first camera can be stressful. Mirrorless or DLSR? Canon or Nikon? These are all questions I asked myself when starting out in photography. It does not have to be that stressful of an experience if you do some research and follow a few helpful tips along the way. My photography started as a hobby using my phone or iPod , and now I am in school to become a professional photographer, using a professional camera. Using my iPod 6, I would try different angles and lighting to make each shot unique. For example, I took this black-and-white photo of my dad in a coffee shop . I include the portrait on my website to represent the start of my photography journey.
When it was time to get my own camera, there were a few things I had to look for. First, you must determine what you’re using your camera for. At the time, I just wanted it for fun, to explore, and to learn about this new hobby. I did not think my photography interest would turn into something more and chose a starter camera where I could learn more but not break the bank. I chose the Canon EOS 2000D. The camera had just what I needed and had good reviews Amazon and Best buy. It had fundamental features that would not confuse my beginner mind such as an ISO range of 100-6400 and a nine- point autofocus. At the time, I had no idea what DSLR meant compared to mirrorless or what full frame meant compared to a crop sensor. All of which are essential things to consider when choosing a camera. That said, I saved up all of my money to buy it. It lasted me a few years until I decided to go to photography school.
Once I was accepted into the Creative Photography program at Humber College, I decided it was time for a better camera as my camera did not meet the requirements of the program. Thus, I had to get a new one. This time I wanted to be thorough. I knew that I needed a camera that it would be used a lot and the difference between a DSLR compared to a mirrorless. DSLR stands for Digital Single Lens Reflex. These cameras contain a mirror inside, allowing you to see through the lens. Whereas a Mirrorless camera has no mirror inside. Instead of looking through the lens using a mirror, the mirrorless camera allows you to see what you are taking a photo of using a video feed to the electronic viewfinder. While the DSLR camera saves more battery life, the mirrorless camera is smaller and lighter.
The next question was whether I should get another Canon camera or switch it to Nikon. This was an easy choice for me. While both camera brands have their advantages and disadvantages, Humber had more Nikon-friendly lenses and gear. The camera I ended up choosing was the Nikon D7500. With a 20.9- megapixel sensor, an ISO range from 100 to 51,200, and a 51-point auto focus, the Nikon D7500 was what I needed at the time and is what I use today.
If I were to invest in another camera as a young Toronto photographer, I would think it through a lot more. I would certainly purchase another Nikon camera and then consider whether to go mirrorless or not. While I am used to a DSLR camera and how it works, the other has its perks. Next, I would look at megapixels and ISO. A sharper image will have more megapixels, and ISO will help to determine how your camera will capture light in low-lighting scenarios.
If I were to invest in another camera as a young Toronto photographer, I would think it through a lot more. I would certainly purchase another Nikon camera and then consider whether to go mirrorless or not. While I am used to a DSLR camera and how it works, the other has its perks. Next, I would look at megapixels and ISO. A sharper image will have more megapixels, and ISO will help to determine how your camera will capture light in low-lighting scenarios.
All of this and more add up to what makes a good camera choice. It requires a lot of research and thinking. It takes time to figure out what you need as it requires many comparing factors. These are some of the ways I have gotten through it. Hopefully, my story can help you with your decision.
References
https://schillers.com/blog/10-things-to-consider-when-purchasing-a-camera https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/reviews/canon-rebel-t7-eos-2000d-review https://en.nikon.ca/nikon-products/product/dslr-cameras/d7500.html https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikon-d7500-review-speed-and-capability https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/features/dslr-vs-mirrorless-cameras-how-do-they- compare#section-8-dust
My Style of Photography
Photography is such a broad term filled with an infinite number of styles. From product photography to landscape photography or fashion photography, there are many different options for a photography career. Each photographer will find their unique style within their work. Each photographer finds their own path. My path as a Toronto photographer includes portrait, editorial, and beauty photography.
As you can see on my portrait page, I really enjoy taking photos of people. I love working with the model and capturing the unique beauty of each individual. As said by Kyle DeGuzman on studiobinder.com, Editorial photography allows me to capture great portraits while also being creative. I get to create art that has a story or concept. I get to tell a story with my pictures and develop new ideas. Editorial photos are used to express, unlike commercial photography, which is used to sell.
I also love shooting beauty photography. As said before, I love capturing everyone’s beauty and making them feel confident in front of the camera. Beauty and fashion photography allow me to do that. This type of photography is mainly used to sell items like cosmetic products and clothing. It’s the type of photography you would see in makeup stores such as Sephora or M.A.C.
Both of these styles I love. Both involve creativity and expression, which are two things I love about photography.
Both of these styles I love. Both involve creativity and expression, which are two things I love about photography.
References
https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-editorial-photography-definition/
https://savageuniversal.com/blog/getting-started-with-beauty- photography/
https://www.masterclass.com/articles/beauty-photography-guide