Consumption Conversations Talks To David Howarth

Consumption Conversations, the newly launched Q&A blog by Consumption Marketing, is talking to entertaining, energized and extremely talented, smart, beautiful, modest and yes, sometimes even humble, gurus! Social media ninjas, photo genius talents, event planning superstars, entrepreneurial mentors, authors, marketing pros, public relations divas, business planning smarties and more! See Consumption Conversations for the entire talk with SJ Magazine's amazingly talented top photo guy, David Michael Howarth! See Consumption Conversations here http://consumptionconversations.blogspot.com/.

Here's a tease:

David, how long have you been shooting business professionals and how do you approach a corporate shoot, as opposed to a more whimsical shoot?

I have been photographing business professionals for over 14 years. I try to bring some of my editorial skills into my professional photography. I do this by using complex lighting schemes that best reflect each individual subject, while still creating some depth and emotion in the photograph. To make the session a bit more relaxed and enjoyable I ask a few quick questions about subjects; what they like to do or fun things about their family. This keeps their mind on positive things that we touch on throughout the shoot.  The session is relaxed and personal for the subject, yet professional.

Why is photography so important for today's business owners? 

Photography now is more important than ever. With all the social media we have access to, it is important to make a good first impression with a great photo. Instead of a business card or a firm handshake, it now starts with an Internet search of you or your business. Visit www.asterismgroup.com for more information on Consumption Marketing and visit Consumption Conversations for great Q&As with great people!