Welcome back! If you haven’t had a chance yet, check out Part I of this series – or just jump right in and read about some more tips that can help you get better images. Here we go: 6. Understand File Formats Your camera has a variety of available sizes and file formats. The sizes […]

This article, from Digital Camera World, does a great job of simply describing and illustrating the differences in aperture and focal length when it comes to portraits. If you still aren’t sure how these two settings on your camera can affect portraits of your kids, this is a great place to start. If you’re still […]

It seems obvious that you would want to use natural light whenever possible for portraits. It’s just more…natural! But other than that, why would you go out of your way to take or create a naturally-lit portrait, rather than turning on a lamp or your flash? Check out this fantastic post from Andrew over at […]

If you cringe when you hear the word “flash” in relation to photography, you’re not alone. No one likes working with flash, until you reach that “aha!” moment when it finally comes together. Unfortunately, this takes a bit of work and possibly a piece or to of extra equipment, like a diffuser or a reflector. […]

There are a ton of “rules” when it comes to kids’ photography – sometimes it can be a bit overwhelming. Where should you start? What rules are more important than others? When you have a handle on the basics, where should you go next? We’ve got your back; here’s a list of the top 10 […]

Honestly, you can never have enough tips under your belt when it comes to taking photos of kids; whether they are yours or belong to friends or family (or if you’re lucky enough to get into the professional field). These tips, courtesy of Weeder, will come in handy the next time you head out – […]

Although the New Year is all about looking ahead, sometimes it can be beneficial as a photographer to look back. This January Photo Challenge lets you look at your last year of photos to find the best – then you can submit it and potentially win a prize. When you are reviewing your photos, take […]

Whether you are testing out your new Christmas present, or just want to finally get a good photo of your family together, you’ll need some help. Fortunately this post over at Digital Photography School has some good ideas – for both traditional family portraits and ones that are slightly out of the box. Enjoy!

Christmas brings together friends and families – making it a great time for some amazing family photos. But rather than the awkward family poses you’re used to, why not aim for a more professional approach this year? For some ideas and inspiration, check out Picture Correct for tips to ensure that your family Christmas photos […]

Terrific images don’t just happen, they’re the result of hard word and preparation. Professional photographers can’t predict when great images will happen, but over time they can identify patterns and shapes and have their camera ready. All you need to do is the same; look for patterns when your kids are active and predict where […]