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 […]

Halloween is just around the corner, and with it comes the opportunity to have a fun photo shoot with your kids. So what are some great props for spooky children’s photos? Here are a few great suggestions for a Halloween-themed photography of your kids. Balloons If you, or a friend, is having a Halloween party, […]

If you were to choose to avoid taking photos in the rain, well, you’d certainly lose a lot of possibly good opportunities to photograph your kids – particularly if you live in a rainy climate. So, as fall descends upon us you may want to consider learning how to photograph successfully in the rain. Here […]

While we may all be a bit melancholy about the passing of summer, we can at the very least look forward to some yummy fall fruits and veggies. If you haven’t before, consider taking your kids apple picking this year. Not only is it a great way for your kids to learn where their food […]

The second-best thing about fall (the first being all the lovely leaves) is the pumpkins; the colorful fields of orange gourds combined with rich brown soil and the hint of frost in the air is just invigorating, not to mention a fantastic place for photos of your children. So, take these tips and find the […]

Now that the fall colors are changing and the pumpkins are ready, it’s a great time to take an afternoon to set up a fall family photoshoot. Whether at the pumpkin patch or in your backyard, pumpkins are a beautiful, colorful and great prop to add to photos of your kids in the fall. Here […]

With all the leaves and fantastic colors of fall, it’s no wonder that this season is a favorite for family and child photographers. So what should you do when planning to take kid’s photos in the fall? We have a few ideas for you to test. Kid’s Photo Idea #1: Beautiful Backgrounds Fall colors are […]

Halloween is probably the one time of year where your kids are going to cooperate when it comes to having their photos taken. They’ll want to play dress up, smile, laugh, and generally are great subjects – so take advantage by getting lots of photos of your kids this Halloween. We’ve put together a great […]

It’s almost here! Halloween is a perfect time of year to let your kids let loose and help even the most reserved child explore their personalities with the help of a costume. All you need to do is to have your camera on hand to capture the action, with the help of some spooky surroundings […]