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Buying a new camera, Photography Lessons

HELP! What camera should I buy?

Beginner guide to buying a new or used digital camera for cheap

So you (or someone you know) want to get into photography, but trying to decide which camera to purchase is SO overwhelming! I frequently have clients and friends ask me which camera they should buy, so I thought I'd do a quick post on this subject. First, I'll go over some bare minimum requirements when looking for a new or used DSLR camera, and then we'll talk about my favorite cameras on the market. Most people I've talked with want to get the best camera for the least amount of money.  You can buy a brand new camera if you have a little money to spend, but do[...]

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DIY photo shoots, Uncategorized

Summer Sprinkler Photos- My Favorite!

Learn how to take photos of your kids in the sprinkler

Summertime photos are some of my favorite pictures-- sunlight, water, and fun are the essence of a great summer break and childhood! As the summer season is in full gear, I wanted to share a quick tutorial on how to get super cute photos of your kiddos playing in the sprinkler. This is a photo of my little man, Colin, having a great time in the water. Ingredients: 1- Sprinkler 1- Kiddo (or hey, no one is stopping you from frolicking through the water... just saying...;-)) 1- Sunlit yard / safe area to play 1- DSLR camera, see settings below Camera Settings[...]

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DIY photo shoots, Location Shoots

Here’s How To Take Amazing Family Photos Without Hiring A Photographer

how to take DIY family photos without hiring a photographer

So you saved up all year for that amazing family beach vacation you’ve been dreaming of, and it’s finally here! Everyone has a tan, the kids are in a great mood, and the weather is perfect. What time could be better for a family photo shoot?  The thing is this: a family photo shoot at the beach doesn’t even cross your mind until your family is actually AT the beach. I know you're busy trying to manage last-minute work expectations, packing five million outfits, and trying to search through the attic for last year’s sand buckets and beach chairs.[...]

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Techniques for great photos

Here’s How To Get Your Child To Smile Naturally In Pictures

12 tips to get natural smiles with kids

The sun is shining, the scenery is gorgeous, and your kiddo looks perfectly adorable dressed in that little outfit. Everything is screaming perfect photo op. "Sweetie, can you smile for Mommy?" And that’s when it all goes south: they don't smile, they look the other way, or they make the dreaded "CHEESE!" face that looks oh-so-unnatural. As a parent and professional photographer, I’ve seen this situation thousands of times, so I wanted to offer a quick tutorial on the top ways to get your kiddo to smile naturally for a picture. Of course, you can try che[...]

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DIY photo shoots

DIY Baby Photos at Home

Baby on bed, how to do DIY baby photos at home easily

Today I want to go over one of my FAVORITE super easy ways to photograph your baby or kiddo. If you have a DSLR camera, a bedroom with a window, and a kiddo, this tutorial is for you! Many of us can't afford to hire a pro photographer to capture every moment of our lives. I am starting a series of simple, easy to learn setups that you can do at home. One of my favorite setups is kiddos on a bed. This foolproof setup is perfect for capturing your little one often! What you will need Yoga pants and your comfy clothes. No need to dress up for this[...]

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Photography Lessons

Recommended Camera Lenses for Beginners

how to choose a cheap beginner camera lens DSLR canon

Trying to decide which lens to buy? The options are overwhelming! Clients and friends frequently ask me what lenses I use and recommend. I wanted to do a quick post about which lenses are my favorites as there are literally hundreds of available options. Many people think if they buy a pro camera, their photos are automatically going to be amazing. Unfortunately you can have a great camera... but pair it with a crappy lens and your photos will be lacking. To make pricing more attractive, many high end cameras ship with cheap, high aperture "starter" kit lenses. N[...]

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Uncategorized

Want to take your photos to the next level? Consider purchasing Photoshop CC…

consider purchasing adobe photoshop cc if you want to take your photos to the next level

If you've read my previous articles, you know what cameras and lenses I recommend to get great results. But how do you take your images to the next level to achieve a professional look? So many times you can take a great photo using your top of the line camera and lenses, but the image lacks that extra "something". Most pros use Photoshop to enhance colors, sharpen, saturate, or fix common exposure issues. If this is something you're interested in doing, you will need the following: Laptop or desktop computer (NOT an ipad or tablet!) with at least 8 GB of[...]

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Location Shoots, Photography Lessons

How to take amazing fall photos of your family in the leaves

how to take amazing fall photos with kids tutorial canon

Fall is one of my favorite seasons! Otherwise lackluster lawns and trees are suddenly transformed to beautiful, dreamy, colorful scenery that makes a perfect backdrop for photos. Not only is it a perfect place for photos - my kids LOVE to play in the leaves! (Hey, FINALLY something they can throw everywhere that I don't have to clean up! Momma's dream come true...) I scroll through social media this time of year and see everyone posting fall photos. But so many times I'm thinking to myself, "Gosh if they had just turned away from the sun, changed the angle, or go[...]

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Camera techniques, Location Shoots

How to take amazing fall pumpkin patch photos of your children

Learn how to take great fall photos of your kids at the pumpkin patch using your canon DSLR camera

Hey everyone! An annual tradition for our family is to take the kiddos to the pumpkin patch for some fall festivities! Some of my favorite photos over the years are snaps from these days. I have a lot of friends who also head to the pumpkin patch every year, so I wanted to do a quick tutorial on how to get some great photos of your kiddos! What to bring to the pumpkin farm Ingredients for success: Pretty fall day, preferably sunny and preferably either early morning or early evening before sunset. I love a sunlit glow for these photos. Try to avoid 11am[...]

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