I’m always on the lookout for new and interesting ways to display photos, and this has to be one of the most fun project I’ve found so far – turning printed photos into flowers! It’s pretty easy and requires just a few supplies that you can get at any craft store. With just a few […]

There is a minute difference between taking a portrait of your child and taking a lifestyle portrait. For one, you whip out the camera whenever and ask your child to pose or say “cheese” – perhaps you even go as far as to capture a candid moment. Lifestyle portraits take it up a notch, besides […]

Taking good photos is one thing – it really just takes time, practice, and a willingness to learn. However, you really have to put in some extra effort if you want your photos to be “different” than everyone else’s. Otherwise you’ll end up with the same old poses, the same old props, and essentially the […]

Ready to take the “cheese” out of those cheesy kids’ photos? You know, the ones that look like some one goosed them with a fork and said SMILE! right before snapping the image? There are some great tips in this post from Photography Planet, and some great photos too!

When you get your first DSLR camera, the excitement is overwhelming, so much so that you may forget that you are dealing with a complex piece of electronic and mechanical parts. Once you progress from your stock lens, changing lenses seems like you’ve really moved up to the “big leagues” in photography land. Don’t forget […]

From an airplane window you can see sights you’ll never see anywhere else; gorgeous vistas, sunrises and sunsets, endless oceans, even the Grand Canyon! Taking photos from airplane windows isn’t the easiest thing – but this post from  Photography Blogger lays it out on the table. So the next time you’re up in the air, keep these […]

You don’t want to be that person – the one who picks up the annoying habits that seem so benign. But what are these annoying trends? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. From on-camera flash to being a know-it-all, this article from PTalk Photography will help you avoid the pitfalls of being a photographer. Check […]

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. All you need is a […]

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 getting it wet when you’re near […]

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 involved. Sometimes just being passionate about photography yourself is enough, other times […]