Why Shooting Fewer Images Made My Photography Stronger

Continuing my journey as a portrait and headshot photographer, this session with Crystal became a lesson in momentum, confidence, and intention. Instead of chasing hundreds of frames, I set out to create just five strong portfolio images. Along the way, I discovered how building shots step by step—and guiding with micro-directions—can unlock natural beauty and meaningful results.

Whether you’re a photographer learning to slow down, or simply curious about the creative process, this video gives you a behind-the-scenes look at my growth and the evolving balance between artistry and business.

Timestamps
0:00 – Intro: Momentum and confidence in photography
1:30 – Why this session mattered for my growth
3:00 – Working with Crystal: natural beauty and intentional direction
6:15 – Building the shot: tripod, lighting, and micro-adjustments
9:40 – Fewer images, stronger results (quality over quantity)
12:20 – Communication, synergy, and model collaboration
15:00 – Reviewing final images and in-betweens
18:10 – Lessons learned and what to refine next time
20:00 – Closing thoughts: confidence through execution

Behind the Scenes: The Gear That Brings My Content to Life:

Sony A7IV – The heart of my setup, delivering top-tier video quality: https://amzn.to/4kBECi6
Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Lens - My all-rounder lens for sharp and dynamic shots: https://amzn.to/4ihbRpq
Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Lens - When I need that dreamy compression and bokeh: https://amzn.to/421zL11
Amaran 200dS LED Video Light - Bright, powerful, and reliable lighting: https://amzn.to/3DV7ZLL
Godox SL100D LED Video Light - Soft, natural-looking light for pro-level setups: https://amzn.to/3FFG9nf
DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo - Small but mighty, perfect for smooth shots on the go: https://amzn.to/4l2Nopq
GVM Lantern Softbox Soft Light Modifier - The secret to that beautiful, diffused lighting: https://amzn.to/41F9MfP
DJI Mic 2 - Because crisp, clean audio is just as important: https://amzn.to/4iEPN80


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Let’s Stay Connected Beyond YouTube!
If you’ve enjoyed this video, there’s so much more to explore. Here’s where you can find me and follow along on my creative journey:

🎨 Creative Portfolio – See my latest personal work, visual experiments, and creative storytelling:
👉 https://www.rtperspective.com

📝 Photography Blog – Go behind the scenes with me as I share stories, moments, and insights from my journey:
👉 rtperspective.com/blog

📸 Professional Work – Need a photographer or want to see my client work? Visit my official portfolio:
👉 https://ramontrotman.studio/

📱 Follow Me on Social – For daily inspiration, sneak peeks, and new projects:
📷 Instagram:   / ramontrotman  
👍 Facebook:   / ramontrotmanstudio