You can honestly never have enough practice using natural light when photographing your kids, as natural light is a) abundant and b) gives you great photos when you know how to take advantage. Digital Photography School has some terrific pointers on using natural light indoors, but you can also check out a few blogs here […]

What’s the key to great portraits of your kids? Not just the ones that you like, but the one’s that really grab your attention? Easy – engagement. Those portraits where your child is happy and looking right at the camera, or is at least engaging with you while you take their photo. So how do […]

It’s cooling down, and the leaves are changing color…again. While we could lament the passing of summer, instead let’s focus on the positives of fall – such as the amazing colors, pumpkin patches, and the soft, golden light of the afternoon. So, after reading a few of these fall tutorials over at ePhotoZine, think about […]

Do you ever read something about a photography concept and think, “I just don’t get it”? But then you find a picture or illustration and BOOM! Suddenly all is clear. You’re not the only one, which is why this collection of 15 Cheat Sheets for Photographers is an excellent idea. Featuring infographics and illustrations to […]

No matter how much you love to take photos, taking photos of kids can be a challenge. If you are finding yourself stuck, frustrated, or just plain out of ideas you need these three tips to improve your kids photography: First, Have Patience You can’t expect every photo session to go smoothly. For one, kids […]

I know what you’re thinking – already? Well, perhaps not quite, but soon the pumpkins will be out and you’ll be looking for a good local patch to take your kids and grab some terrific kids’ photos. With that in mind, here’s my list of best local pumpkin patches in the New York and surrounding […]

Spring and summer might be great for getting outside and enjoying the weather, but nothing beats the beautiful colors of fall. Get outside with your kids and enjoy the changing of the seasons with a few of these kids photo ideas for fall. The Biggest Leaf Send your kids on a “leaf hunt” to find […]

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 […]

Babies! They’re tiny, oh-so-cute, and a perfect photography subject. Surprisingly, many people avoid baby photography – thinking it’s harder than it looks. With just a few easy tips you can set up a perfect photography shoot with your baby, a few props, and a fun scene. They’re only babies for such a short time, don’t […]