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Chelsea Nicole Photography
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Hey fellow photo lover! I'm Chels! This is where I share no-fluff marketing strategies, photo tips, editing tutorials and real-world advice to help photographers build dream businesses- with heart!⚡️💗
My own journey started with a borrowed camera and adventurous weekends in a high school photo class. In just two years I turned my side-hustle into a consistent 6-figure portrait and wedding photography business.
Now I get to work with fun dream clients, and I feel creatively inspired on the daily! Many helped me in my journey, so my mission is to help other photographers create the same fulfillment and freedom.
I hope my videos will inspire, uplift and serve you on your own photography path. Hit that subscribe button for a regular dose of photography real-talk. And don’t be shy! Drop a hello in the comments. 🙂 Can't wait to catch you there!
xx
Chelsea
My own journey started with a borrowed camera and adventurous weekends in a high school photo class. In just two years I turned my side-hustle into a consistent 6-figure portrait and wedding photography business.
Now I get to work with fun dream clients, and I feel creatively inspired on the daily! Many helped me in my journey, so my mission is to help other photographers create the same fulfillment and freedom.
I hope my videos will inspire, uplift and serve you on your own photography path. Hit that subscribe button for a regular dose of photography real-talk. And don’t be shy! Drop a hello in the comments. 🙂 Can't wait to catch you there!
xx
Chelsea
SHARP FOCUS FORMULA: Nail sharp portraits every time!
Steal my 5-Part Formula for nailing SHARP portraits (every time) 🙌 Learn from a 15 year pro how to get consistently sharp photos as a portrait and wedding photographer, so that you can feel more confident on your shoots.
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
⚡️ Get my Shooting & Editing Course: shoottoedit.chelseanicole.com
⚡️ FREE Light & Airy Mini Course: guide.chelseanicole.com
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MORE VIDEOS:
This video is part of a series dedicated to helping portrait and wedding photographers get sharper photos - to become a more skilled and confident photographer! Check out the other videos in the series below 👇
▶️ How to get SHARP Group Portraits: czcams.com/video/yC1YQwrgCMU/video.html
▶️ Getting Sharp Focus with Low F-Stops: czcams.com/video/u9EWrDYN0xI/video.html
▶️ Calibrating Your Lenses for Sharper Focus: czcams.com/video/5dAWNc8OIjM/video.html
▶️ Editing in Lightroom for Sharp Portraits: czcams.com/video/PbUNuovNq8s/video.html
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MY PHOTO GEAR: Full Kit here: kit.co/chelseanicole
CAMERAS:
Nikon Z6II Mirrorless: amzn.to/3c0HjYt
Nikon Z6 Mirrorless: www.amazon.com/dp/B07H3JVDJC?
LENSES:
Nikon Z 35mm f/1.8 S:amzn.to/3C4rdrp
Nikon Z 85mm f/1.8 S:amzn.to/3F8CRnc
Nikon 24-70mm 2.8: amzn.to/2r7tfFv
Nikon 70-200mm 2.8 VR: amzn.to/2KoQMdc
Nikon 105mm 2.8 VR Macro: amzn.to/2HAG2q5
Nikon 24mm 1.4: amzn.to/2HByKGA
Nikon 50mm 1.4: amzn.to/2JDlZbn
CZcams KIT:
Camera: Sony A7s: amzn.to/2zgRRCg
Sound: Sennheiser lavalier: amzn.to/2MSYZXw
Edited in Adobe Premiere Pro
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🎥 MORE ABOUT THIS VIDEO: In this video I'm sharing my simple 5-Step process for getting sharp portraits of people - so that you can confidently nail focus every time, including when photographing moving subjects like children and families or on fast paced shoots like wedding days.
00:00 Intro
00:26 Best settings for low light + still subjects
01:43 Best settings for sharp photos with movement
02:56 How camera lenses impact sharpness
05:05 AF Mode to use for (consistently) sharp portraits
07:59 How to properly set your Focus Point for sharp photos
10:56 Focus points on mirrorless
11:33 Getting sharper photos of couples or group portraits
13:13 More vids in this sharp portrait series
13:48 Why your images might STILL look blurry (even with nailing focus)
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
⚡️ Get my Shooting & Editing Course: shoottoedit.chelseanicole.com
⚡️ FREE Light & Airy Mini Course: guide.chelseanicole.com
::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
MORE VIDEOS:
This video is part of a series dedicated to helping portrait and wedding photographers get sharper photos - to become a more skilled and confident photographer! Check out the other videos in the series below 👇
▶️ How to get SHARP Group Portraits: czcams.com/video/yC1YQwrgCMU/video.html
▶️ Getting Sharp Focus with Low F-Stops: czcams.com/video/u9EWrDYN0xI/video.html
▶️ Calibrating Your Lenses for Sharper Focus: czcams.com/video/5dAWNc8OIjM/video.html
▶️ Editing in Lightroom for Sharp Portraits: czcams.com/video/PbUNuovNq8s/video.html
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MY PHOTO GEAR: Full Kit here: kit.co/chelseanicole
CAMERAS:
Nikon Z6II Mirrorless: amzn.to/3c0HjYt
Nikon Z6 Mirrorless: www.amazon.com/dp/B07H3JVDJC?
LENSES:
Nikon Z 35mm f/1.8 S:amzn.to/3C4rdrp
Nikon Z 85mm f/1.8 S:amzn.to/3F8CRnc
Nikon 24-70mm 2.8: amzn.to/2r7tfFv
Nikon 70-200mm 2.8 VR: amzn.to/2KoQMdc
Nikon 105mm 2.8 VR Macro: amzn.to/2HAG2q5
Nikon 24mm 1.4: amzn.to/2HByKGA
Nikon 50mm 1.4: amzn.to/2JDlZbn
CZcams KIT:
Camera: Sony A7s: amzn.to/2zgRRCg
Sound: Sennheiser lavalier: amzn.to/2MSYZXw
Edited in Adobe Premiere Pro
::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
🎥 MORE ABOUT THIS VIDEO: In this video I'm sharing my simple 5-Step process for getting sharp portraits of people - so that you can confidently nail focus every time, including when photographing moving subjects like children and families or on fast paced shoots like wedding days.
00:00 Intro
00:26 Best settings for low light + still subjects
01:43 Best settings for sharp photos with movement
02:56 How camera lenses impact sharpness
05:05 AF Mode to use for (consistently) sharp portraits
07:59 How to properly set your Focus Point for sharp photos
10:56 Focus points on mirrorless
11:33 Getting sharper photos of couples or group portraits
13:13 More vids in this sharp portrait series
13:48 Why your images might STILL look blurry (even with nailing focus)
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have you ever had the bride or groom complain that you switch the lense
No, why would they? 🙂 It’s super seamless and quick, doesn’t really impact the shoot or experience.
wow Awesome video. Thanks. I love the way you explain and the visuals you use.
Thanks!! So glad you found it helpful! 😊🙏🏻
Z611 Mirrorless I love it i'm thinking about New Z6111 Mirrorless cameras😃❤📷
I love your videos. I like to see the different sharpening for print, social media and client delivery
The tip about the joints was so helpful
I would like the next clip to be about how you press the shutter button, or how to look through the viewfinder, or which way the focus ring rotates to focus close or far :)))
How to take sharp pictures, how to take sharp pictures. 100 clips on how to take sharp pictures. Quality objective GM, S, L, etc., a minimum exposure time as short as possible, and after you have fired, remain motionless for half a second. If you have a pussy lens, it's very sharp and at 1.4, if it's a firecracker, shoot with it at f4. 100 de methods to the sharp pictures, fuckin idioti, fucking video. Videos for the disabled made by the disabled.
What the best setting for a Nikon 7ii mirrorless camera?
How do you calibrate lenses?
Did you see my other video on this topic? :) czcams.com/video/5dAWNc8OIjM/video.html
Sharpening
Excellent, honest and to the point. I am just starting out with photography and this is very helpful. Thank you.
Congrats on starting your journey Andre! Let me know if there’s any way I can support you 🙂
@@ChelseaNicole Thank you!! That's wonderful of you.
Do you ever have to count the grooms pre wedding photos as well as bride and bridesmaids?
Yes, I include both. 🙂 I usually like to start in girl's room for details, head to grooms room for some groom shots and guys hanging out, then end getting ready photos (ie: getting her in the dress) in the bride's room. But sometimes I'll have a dedicated second shooter with the groom depending on logistics, such as if they are in getting ready at different properties.
I struggle with the focus points, so your video helped x
You explain everything really well. Thank you. Great video x
Thanks Debbie! I'm so glad this was helpful 🙂
Sharpening, thank you ;-)
Literally got a comment from you as I’m watching this lol!
🤗 hope you enjoy it!
Fuji > Nikon
SHARPENING
Thank you for this video :)
You're welcome Anna! 🤗
What focus mode do you use for group photos ?
*UPDATE* : Just added a new video to this series answering some of your questions. Check it out here _"SHARP FOCUS FORMULA: Nail sharp portraits every time!"_ czcams.com/video/Syk1h3tg09U/video.html
I just bought 70-100 Nikkor S-Line lens📷
Congrats Randall! Love Nikon's new S-line. Have you taken her out for a spin yet?! 😍
Another great video! Love using the SHARP acronym.
Aw Thanks! I always love a good acronym to help make things memorable. 🙂
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What was your favorite tip? Let me know! 👇 And if you have any other suggestions for getting sharper portraits, drop 'em here in the spirit of community over competition and growing together!
A great foundation for beginners! I love how clear and concise you explain things!
SHARPENING!
great video. Focus & recompose is no doubt my portrait nemesis!!!
Glad it was helpful! And I hear ya! When I first started I would focus & recompose and had to break the habit. But after using single point focus a while, I swear it becomes second nature where you don't even need to think about it. 🙂
Remind me of wengie’s hair
Thanks for sharing your knowledge! It helped a lot!
Thank you very much! your advice is invaluable! :) you are very good at explaining things clearly and comprehensibly, which other people cannot :)
Do you use flash during group photos/family formals?
Hey Sarah! No, unless shooting at night I use all natural light for groups and families 🙂
I love your hair!! So nice :) Great video too.
Let me ask you something do you used flash when you take this picture ❤
Nice and very technical explanation! Now is more clear the effect of changing quality export settings. Thanks!
could u maybe share which photocamera you recommend for somebody who sells invitations. I usually get pictures from my clients but it never matches my feed.
I have many questions, specifically because of my niche, where can I email or send a message other than here? Please!
Hey Viera! Shoot me a DM on Instagram @chelseanicolephoto and I’ll see if I can help 🙂
@@ChelseaNicole awesome thank you
That's great to hear and learn! It's always nice when older content can still be helpful and attract new viewers. Keep up the good work!
First time watching your video i learned alot im going to continue to grow you earned yourself a new subscriber
Love this!!! Sharing now with me peeps!!
beautiful... Gracias from Spain!!
These are great thank you!
Beautiful hair, hard not to stay focus on it ! ;o)
Worth taking a look at
OMG! You said I-S-O instead of EYE-so. For that reason alone, I hit the subscribe button:))
Very clear explanation, quickly to the point, and lovely summary at the end.
if you film negative your correct on the most part: exposing for the shadows. But if your photographing with color slide our chrome you want to expose for the highlights.
Wait.... if you're using single point AF, why does it matter how many focus points you have activated? It's only using one.
More points to choose from = more precise focus exactly where you want the point to be. This will matter more the more wide open (ie: low aperture numbers) you shoot. 🙂
Wow thanks for the tip on focus and recompose. Really helpful, bro.
Thankyou for being generous with your advice and hints. I was asked to step in after the pro withdrew from a wedding in our friend's family. I watched your video the night before. I would say it is very very hard, so much going on, beyond the mere technical aspects which were tricky in bright sunshine. I know not your topic here, but my biggest issue was overcoming strongly backlit subjects with a normal speedlight in a soft box. As soon as you enter HSS shutter speeds the power drops right off. I had to go way down on ISO to stay at 1/250 and even took double shots so I could PS out the intruding softbox from frame. I was terrified of messing up but both families are really happy with the shots. They knew I was out of my comfort zone and were so kind to me. It was a streep curve. Thank you. (BTW mostly using my Nikon D700 and Godox flash kit)
Ah so happy this helped Stuart! Congrats on rocking out your first wedding shoot!! 🙌 Also, I love the suggestion of doing a video on the topic of backlight in the future... it's my jam! ✨ It does have a lot of nuances though.