Last month we featured some Great Digital Gifts & given its popularity we thought it would be fun to feature some specific gifts for your favorite photographer. I’ve chosen 5 new gifts for this post that are unique as well as practical and would definitely be a welcome gift for an upcoming birthday, holiday, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or any other special day coming up, enjoy! This cute Camera Tumbler would be a great gift for your favorite photographer! It holds 12 ounces of their favorite hot or cold beverage & it looks like a real DSLR Lens. There is a sliding open/close feature on top & it has a stainless steel interior, super fun! Last Christmas my Father purchased a Drone & we had a blast playing with it up at our Family Farm in Michigan. There are … [Read more...]
Take Fireworks Photos that SPARKLE
On July 4, 1776 America declared her independence. That means that this year is our nation's 240th birthday. That also means that in the coming days hundreds of thousands of folks in America are going to gather to watch a glorious display of pyrotechnics in the sky. {I'd sure love for someone to blast some fireworks into the sky for MY birthday each year!} {photo credit} Photographing fireworks is sometimes tricky. The night time conditions aren't ideal for photography, to begin with. Add in getting a crisp focus on a bursting ball of sparkles and it almost seems impossible. Using these few steps YOU can capture beautiful photos of any fireworks show. Don't forget the tripod. You'll be taking photos in the dark so you're going to want complete stillness in your camera's … [Read more...]
9 DIY Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Every Father's Day I tell myself a few weeks beforehand that I'm going to do something really special for my husband with the kids. And every year I run out of time and do nothing. I'm guessing I'm not alone in my annual shortcoming. So, this year I've gathered some really great ideas that we can do with the kids to show Dad how special he is on his special day, Father's Day! /1/ This photo idea from Freckle Photo is totally do-able! You won't even have to dress the kids up or find the perfect location. Use a marker to write "We {heart} Daddy" or "Our Daddy Rocks", step back and take a photo Dad is sure to love! /2/ My husband loves playing practical jokes on our kids. I just know that they will LOVE tricking Daddy with these hamburgers and french fries that are really a sweet … [Read more...]
12 Wedding Photography Shots That You Will Inspire You
Spring is in the air. Well, maybe not QUITE yet, but we're getting close. You know what comes along with spring? may and June! You know what May and June are famous for? Weddings! What do weddings need? Gorgeous pictures, of course! So in the spirit of spring, love, and romance...and of course our love for all things photography, we present to you 12 gorgeous wedding photography shots that are sure to inspire all photographers. Set the Stage With These Wedding Photography Examples 1.) Romantic dip in a garden, source Style Me Pretty. 2.) Gown hanging from chandelier or other unexpected place, photo by Joyeuse Photography. 3.) Flower bouquet close-up in a playful situation, photo by Bridesmaid.com. 4.) Holding hands from a creative perspective makes a lovely wedding photo, … [Read more...]
15 Couples Photograhy Poses That Say Love
Couples photography for engagement photos, wedding pictures or anniversary shots can be tricky. When you're working with more than one person in a photography shoot you want to change it up and be creative. These couples photography posing techniques will help you keep it fresh, keep the couple you're working with at ease, and help communicate the most important aspect of the photo shoot - the LOVE. 1. Wrap it Up. Look how cozy this couple looks wrapped in a blanket. The warmth of their love shines through in these photos by Green Wedding Shoes. 2. Capture Natural Expressions. Place the couple close together and then capture that natural expression of love like the beautiful smile that makes this photo stand out. By Damian Lovegrove. 3. Lean In. Bring it up close and … [Read more...]
Mastering Manual Mode – Part 1: Aperture
Do you have an interest in photography but don't know where to start? Do you want to have more control over the photos that your camera takes? Are you looking to take the next step in your photography but are, perhaps, a little intimidated? Then this series is just for you! We will take a closer look at shooting in manual mode in this four part series: Aperture Shutter speed ISO Hints & Tips. At the end you should have a better understanding of how to shoot in manual mode. But do't worry - no fancy jargon here (or the least amount possible!) and we have plenty of photos to help you out along the way. Ready to get started? Aperture The easiest way for me to define "aperture" is, it is the size of the hole that allows light in when you are taking a picture. Aperture … [Read more...]
