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FROM THE WEB: CREATING PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR
Sometimes when you see a shot you say - I want to do that! But you think to yourself that you don't have the equipment to get it done. Surprisingly, with a bit of creativity you can make your own photography gear for product photography, even portraits of your kids....
ADDING TEXTURE TO KID’S PORTRAITS
Looking to add an extra spark of creativity to the portrait photos of your kids? Adding textures to your images can be a fun way to add a bit of additional interest to kid's portraits and give them your own creative flare. It’s free and takes very little technical...
FROM THE WEB: UNDERWATER IPHONE5 CASES
Nearly everyone has a camera phone these days, and the iPhone5 is pretty much everywhere. While it definitely can fill in the gaps when you can't carry your regular camera, it does have a few drawbacks, mainly in that it costs so much that you don't want to risk...
FROM THE WEB: WHAT TO TEACH YOUR KIDS ABOUT PHOTOGRAPHY
Kids love having hobbies, whether it's painting, playing sports, or creating something. Photography can be a fantastic hobby for kids; it really doesn't cost much and can turn into a life-long passion. However, to get kids interested in photography you need to get...
PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT: PORTRAIT LENSES FOR CANON
If you are the owner of a DSLR camera and love taking portrait photos of your kids, then odds are that you’re in the market for a lens to enhance your portrait photography. Unfortunately, there are about a zillion types of lenses out there, making it difficult to...
FROM THE WEB: 10 ITEMS FOR YOUR GEAR BAG
Most of us know by now what to keep in our camera bags for an extended photoshoot - stuff like screen and lens cleaners/wipes, filters, extra batteries, etc. But there are also other, non-camera-related items that can come in extremely handy during a shoot, even save...
SHOULD YOU START A PHOTOGRAPHY BLOG?
Whether you are considering the jump to professional photography (or already are), like to write and take photos, or simply want to start something that you have complete control over (unlike your kids!) a blog can be a great option. So should you start one? Let’s...
FROM THE WEB: TURN AN OLD CAMERA INTO A RETRO PHONE DOCK!
This just looks super cool - I'll be keeping my eyes peeled for an old camera (or ask a few friends) to give this project a try. All you need is an old camera, charging cable, some glue and a drill! Instead of having your phone cable lying around you can make a piece...
PHOTOGRAPHY BASICS: DYNAMIC RANGE
The human eye is a great thing – it can do a lot of things. A camera’s sensor is pretty swell too – but it has its limitations, such as the range of light/darkness it can capture. This is referred to as dynamic range, and understanding it can help you create better...
LOVELY COUSINS {CHICAGO FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY} CHICAGO, IL
This was the fourth year in a row I have been lucky enough to photograph these lovely cousins. We had such a fun time as always. Here are a few of my favorites from our shoot…
LOVELY BROTHERS ARE GROWING UP {NEW YORK FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER} LARCHMONT, NY
I loved these boys! We had so much fun on our shoot – even if I did sprain my ankle trying to make them laugh – it worked though! Here are a few of my favorite from the shoot.
FROM THE WEB: 5 MUST HAVE FILTERS
There's a lot of equipment associated with photography, and wrapping your head around them (as well as finding the $$ to afford them) can be a challenge. Which ones do you actually need? What do they really do? And when should you use them? Filters are one of the...
FROM THE WEB: TIPS FOR SHOOTING IN MIDDAY SUN
Wow, it's hot! While getting out to the beach, park, or water park may help to beat the heat, it probably isn't helping you much with your photography. Working with midday sun can be pretty frustrating sometimes, but luckily there are some solutions. Finding shade is...
TERRIFIC TWINS{NEW YORK FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER}, TRIBECA, NY
I had the wonderful opportunity to photograph these little ones and I loved it. It was such a hot day but they were troopers! Here are some of my favorites from the shoot…
FROM THE WEB: 5 TIPS FOR STAYING INFATUATED WITH PHOTOGRAPHY
When you first pick up a new hobby it can be like embarking on a new relationship, everything is exciting and you can't wait to explore. But like relationships a hobby sometimes becomes second nature, you don't quite have the enthusiasm you once did. If you feel this...
PHOTOGRAPHY BASICS: THE HISTOGRAM
A histogram provides photographers with information about exposure, which in turn can help identify where corrections need to be made to get the “perfect” shot. Understanding how to read the histogram and make corrections will give you an additional tool to ensure...
FROM THE WEB: 4 TIPS FOR SHARPER IMAGES
There's nothing more frustrating than having a great photo shoot, only to come home, upload your images and find out that they are not as sharp as you thought they were. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do on site and in post-processing to ensure that your...
FROM THE WEB: PLAY BALL!
Baseball games are to summer what snowballs are to winter; they are just something that comes along with the season. Photographing sports, particularly those with fast-moving objects, is a pretty big challenge but a fun one at that. So the next time you're planning on...
FROM THE WEB: CHOOSING A CAMERA BAG
Having a good camera bag (or bags) can make all the difference when it's time to take your camera on the road; whether it's just down the street to the park, on a weekend trip to a cabin or the beach, or an overseas vacation. Picking the perfect camera bag isn't easy,...
FROM THE WEB: USING COLOUR BOLDLY
Adding a splash of colour to your photography can make all the difference in turning a bland portrait into a fantastic image. However, many people put off using colour actively in photography, instead working with what's there. You can make photos that really "pop" -...
FROM THE WEB: 10 COMMON EXPOSURE PROBLEMS
There's nothing more frustrating than being unable to get your images to come out "right" - sometimes they may be too dark, too light, or just not white enough. Whether you are dealing with a straight-forward portrait shot or a tricky one (like a backlit portrait),...
FROM THE WEB: AN ALTERNATE RULE OF THIRDS
By now you (hopefully) have a good handle on the rule of thirds, if not read this post first. There are many more advanced ways of creating dynamic images, one method is described here by Andrew Gibson at Digital Photography School. Not all images you create will...