Doug Sanford photographs

Serves Alexandria, VA

35244

Hired 386 times

3 employees

25 years in business

$385

4.9

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Doug Sanford
Completed on 1/22/2022

Introduction

FAST TURNAROUND, CREATIVE IMAGERY EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE I shoot exciting, energy filled and revealing photographs for individuals and businesses of all sizes. My special power is to help people feel immediately comfortable in front of the camera and to get the perfect shot quickly. Our time together will be easy, fun, creative, and result in stunning images! Guaranteed.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

Every shoot is different and every budget is too. We work to give you the highest possible quality at the most reasonable cost. Like most other things, quality photography isn't always the least expensive, but it's value often exceeds it's cost.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

It’s all about communication! Everything starts with a phone call.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I graduated at the top of my class from Brooks Institute of Photographic Art & Science Here’s a list- BA High Honors (Advertising & Illustration Photography) Brooks Institute US Navy Schools of Photography Honors Graduate Adjunct Faculty- Boston University- Center of Digital Imaging & Art

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I've always known I was a photographer! I can't imagine doing anything else. I was a US Navy aircrew photographer for 10 years and then received my degree in Photographic Illustration from the prestigious Brooks Institute of Photography.

What types of customers have you worked with?

I shoot exciting, energy filled and revealing photographs for individuals and businesses. My job most commonly calls me to help people feel immediately comfortable in front of the camera and to get the perfect shot quickly. Magazines- People, Rolling Stone, Instyle, Cosmo, Womens Day, Discovery, Cancer Today, Businesses- MD Dept of Tourism Smithsonian Childrens National Hospital Marriott HYATT IBM Boeing Martin Marietta Discovery Audi US State Dept

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

I shoot exciting, energy filled and revealing photographs for individuals and businesses of all sizes! My job most commonly calls me to help people feel immediately comfortable in front of the camera and to create or capture the perfect shot quickly.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Choose someone you feel comfortable with and like personally. Great photographs rely on a connection.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

It always helps when clients have an idea of their ideal outcome. Think about what the best possible result would be from our photography session, and let me know. I wanna work towards that!