What if there was one place where you could learn everything you need to know about children’s portrait photography? You’ve certainly come to the right place – in this article we’ll get you started down the road to amazing photography of your kids, alphabet style. Tip: Don’t forget to click on the links where they […]

Now that we’ve talked about some of the more basic photography composition rules for kid’s photos, hopefully you’ve had a chance to test them out and incorporate them, it’s time to take it to the next level with a few more advanced ideas. The golden rule (sometimes called the golden mean) is a more advance […]

If you, like many, are gearing up for a great holiday weekend, then perhaps it’s time to brush the dust off your camera and get it set for some great picture-taking activity. With friends, food, and family all around, July 4th is a terrific opportunity to capture amazing pictures of your kids, as well as […]

When you start to delve into the inner workings of making great images, it can be hard to sort out the “must know” from the “good to know” – so you end up with a hundred or so things to remember, which get in the way or truly enjoying the craft of great photography. So […]

White balance is a difficult concept; but it’s one that can really save your bacon when your photos just don’t look right. All it takes is a bit of background and an understanding of how your camera operates, and the properties of light. Let’s start with the light part. All types of light give off […]

Last year’s article on Photographing Kids at Your BBQ offered some great tips on getting great photos of your kids, but we’re sure there’s more to learn when it comes to combining good friends, good food, and cute kids. So here we go: Chalk Art Give your kids a bucket of chalk and have them […]

Dad’s work really hard all year, between working and raising kids they don’t always have time to enjoy their hobbies – so this Father’s Day you can help them make time by giving them a little inspiration. Here are a few ideas: Nikon D3200 For Dad’s who love taking photos, this camera is a great […]

You’re back! I suppose that means that you found last week’s tips on improving your photography without buying new year useful and now you’re looking for more. Excellent – let’s get started: Start a challenge Rather than trying to photograph anything and everything, try focusing your efforts with a challenge or photography project. You can […]

Once again Memorial Day is approaching (May 25, 2015) and with it is an excellent opportunity to take some great photos. Whether you are putting together something special to remember a lost loved one or simply spending time with your family, remember to have your camera handy for photo opportunities that may arise. With that […]

It’s almost here! All that color, flowers, colored eggs (and of course, candy) – the perfect time to pull out your camera and take some delightful kid’s photos. So how do you go about setting your Easter-themed kid’s photos apart from all the rest? Here are a few tried and true tips to make your […]