Love it or hate it, Instagram is a great tool for photographers who just want to grab a quick, great shot – without having to drag around a bunch of gear. So if you find yourself out on vacation or just being a tourist in your own town, you may want to explore these tips […]

As summer draws to a close (sob!), the weather starts to cool, and the rain starts to fall. If you’re tempted to hide your camera away until the sun returns next spring, perhaps it’s time to get more comfortable with wet-weather photography. After all, things happen in the rain just as much as they happen […]

As summer warms up, you might notice on the hottest of days that it’s a bit more difficult to get good images – particularly if you are going from a cool inside climate to a warm outside one. So, how about some tips? Whether you are at the beach or on vacation in a sunny […]

Although we all know that a DSLR will give you reliably better images (at least for now – who knows what the future holds), your Smartphone is increasingly depended on for those spur-of-the-moment times where you just have to capture your kids and their amazing smiles. Luckily, even beginner photographers can find apps for their […]

As your kids get older, they may express some interest in taking over a few photography tasks or exploring the world of photography with their own camera. You are certainly welcome to hand them a camera and let them discover their creativity, but giving them a few pointers can certainly help them see results and […]

Kids love boats, don’t they? For us adults, it’s a great way to get outdoors, enjoy some sunshine, and even find a few minutes to relax. But don’t forget that, whether in motion or standing still, being out on a boat provides an excellent opportunity for some great candid images of your kids. Check out […]

As if organizing the family to go to the beach wasn’t difficult enough, doing so with an idea of taking photos can seem like an insurmountable task. With a bit of planning, however, you can get everyone looking ship-shape. If you happen to have a tripod, you can even join in the fun! Check out […]

The beach is a terrific place for picture of your kids. What with the blue sky and water, soft sand, and cute outfits you have literally the perfect scene. Even if you don’t lug your DSLR to the beach, consider grabbing your phone to take some shots – with these tips from TechView you’ll likely […]

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 […]

Black and white photography is one of those things that can seem alien to portrait photographers. After all, why shoot in monochrome when you can use full color? If you give it a try, you’ll find that you can make powerful portrait images just by removing color. While you can certainly change your camera settings […]