A couple perspectives on what Photographers think of Pinterest

I just started following this photographer from seeing a friend post the link. He does impeccable work, and I like his writing style. Read for yourself what his point of view is about Pinterest, and my two cents will follow....
http://blog.troygrover.com/a-photographers-perspective-on-pinterest/


My response (As if he was asking me)
Pinterest opens an entire world of art and perspective. Our clients are saturated with beautiful wedding and family photos each day. We see their pins, and get sweaty palms because we are into this six months, have no props and haven't invested in a great piece of glass yet. Instead of getting scared, feel challenged....
Ask your client why she likes a certain pin. Get her into the conversation. Very likely, she doesn't know about ISO, composition, lighting, shutter speed. What she will tell you she sees is going to be about how the photograph makes her FEEL. This will give you insight on how she thinks, what she thinks is beautiful. We have the creative talent, but we need to funnel their perspective through our lens. They are buying it, they must be happy. Not only will you get a better handle of who she or her family are, but you will have a lifelong client. Spend time with them, talk to them. Make it an EXPERIENCE, and you will win every time.

I close with this. Pinterest is here. It isn't disappearing any time soon. Use it to your advantage. What do her pins tell you? Is she a reader? Does he like to listen to music? Take these little bits of information and use it to give them a unique session. Better yet, text the clients and compliment their style, and start a conversation. It will build trust, and give a truly tailored experience that will keep them coming back for years to come. As a new photographer, I have so much to learn, I am decent, but I have so many places to grow. One thing I can guarantee is, my clients get the best catered service in the world. That keeps them coming back. It's me, it's how I treat them, it is the experience they walk away having.