I only shoot natural light… TWAT!

Photographers that say “I only shoot using natural light” We all know you actually mean “I’m terrified of flash & have no clue how to use it”.

I got a little surprise for you, ALL light is photons you idiots! Stop making excuses and learn the basics of being a photographer before you start your weekend wedding business. Let’s face it, this is who this is directed at, not the hipster kids. Their output isn’t going to compromise recording someone’s very special day.

If you ONLY shoot with available light, you not only cripple yourself, you miss opportunities that no amount of bullshit flowery language about it’s your style, or you don’t want to ruin the ambiance will ever help you get them back.  Particularly for those who boast “true documentary style”, that means the photographer only shoots the shots that present themselves with zero input from them. 

So what are YOU guys going to do when you are shooting in a location with ZERO helpful ambient sunlight? What if you can’t afford f/1.2 lenses or bodies that allow you to shoot down at ISO 6400 without turning your photo into something so granular it looks like it’s made from sand? Don’t tell me, part of your unique charming shooting style?

Learn the basics and how to control light, how to react to changing conditions and respond appropriately, and miss nothing. In other words, do your fucking job properly!