As a former model, Jack Hutch knows a thing or two about taking great shots and he has the clients to prove it. Having shot legends like Jerry Rice, Joe Montana, and scores of super models; it’s safe to say he’s had a very successful photography career. Born in Michigan, Hutch began making art in his father’s darkroom. When his family moved to California, he took his passion with him– working at a printing shop. At the age of 17, Hutch moved to Paris and worked as a model. Upon arriving back in the States, he attended college in Santa Barbara where he shot lifestyle photographs for clients. Jack finally opened up his own studio in San Francisco where he worked with A-list clients and continues to work there today. He also has a second studio in Silicon Valley.

Jack joins us on Advancing Your Photography to share a bit of his knowledge. As a former model, he knows exactly how to draw emotion from subjects which can help you take better portrait photos. Follow us as we pick the brains of one of the best and gain some photo tips from Jack Hutch.

Key Points

• Spend some time with your clients/subject
• Try to portray something different
• Don’t be afraid, “Go, go, go.”

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See more of Jack’s work here.

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