I’ve been so interested lately to learn first-hand how photography can be integral in creating an effective witness ministry. It seems that there are certain “stages” of church photography that churches can grow into:
- First, start taking pictures. In many churches I know, pictures are simply not being taken. People are generally not in the habit of remembering to get their cameras when they go to church. But now that cameras are built into many phones, it can be possible for pastors to simply try to designate someone to be the church “shutterbug.” It might be that some folks feel unsure about whether pictures can and should be taken at church. The pastor or other leaders might need to have a conversation with church leaders about how photography can be part of the church’s essential witness.
- Second, share the pictures. Once someone has started taking pictures for the church, people need to start seeing the pictures. The easiest way is for the “shutterbug” to learn how to use social media and the internet to share the pictures. Here are some ideas: Continue reading
