Photographer of the Week

Dan Williams

This weeks highlighted photographer is Dan Williams who owns and operates Kalare Studio in Tucson, Arizona.

What is your primary camera body?

Canon 1DS Mark II

Two lenses you use the most?

Actually 3, 70-200mm 2.8L IS, 85mm 1.2L, 24-70mm 2.8L

Do you shoot RAW?

Yes

How would you describe your photography style?

Documentary

Do you normally employ assistants or 2nd shooters?

We usually use 2 shooters at each ceremony.

What do you remember about your first (or one of your first) wedding?

I was so nervous about screwing it up. It brought back a feeling I had forgotten, the time I got sent to the principal's office for putting a thumbtack on someone's seat.

If you were getting married this year, who would you want to shoot your wedding?

That's a tough one, it would be either Paul Gero, Cliff Mautner or Sergio.

What advice would you give to someone just beginning their career as a wedding photographer?

Shoot with intention every day, study the images of artists you admire, establish relationships with knowledgeable people who will give you honest advice, and know your equipment.