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Take Control Of Light With Fill Flash

With camera technology today automation simplifies taking pictures. And in most situations letting your camera control all the settings you will get fantastic photos in return. Automatic settings are great partly because I am lazy and don’t want to mess with shutter speeds, aperture sizes, focusing and lighting control. Or I am in a hurry and just want to point, shoot and get the photo before the moment is gone. However there are times when you need to take more control over you camera. Learning to control light through aperture settings is not complicated but there is another very simple … Continue reading →

Lighting (part two)

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In my last post, I talked about lighting and the best times of the day to take pictures. I left you with the question, “But what do you do if you have to take a picture at a time of day that is not ideal?” I’m glad you asked, because sometimes you can’t help when you need to take a photo. You can’t ignore that once in a lifetime shot just because it’s 12:35 p.m. So, what do you do? You work with the light that you have available, and retouch if necessary in a photo-editing program. If the light … Continue reading →

Digital Photography 101: Ready, Set, Shoot

You’ve done your research, found the perfect camera, learned most of its features and discovered what options are available to share your images with friends and family. Now, it’s time to get out there and put your digital camera to the test. Regardless of your skill level, it’s important to know that you have the ability to take quality photos. All it takes is a little (in some cases a lot) of practice. And, with a digital camera you never have to worry that your test shots are “wasting film” or that you will run out of space. The next … Continue reading →

Four More Common Errors Made in Photography

Mistakes happen. This is life. However, many errors that are made in photography, can actually be corrected by paying more attention. Here are four common photography errors and how to fix them. Partial Obstruction Admittedly, I’ve done it and I’m positive so have you. With camera straps dangling, and hair blowing in the wind, it sure doesn’t take much these days. Have you ever gotten your finger in the way? Yes, me too. The solution? Check your lens each time you are going to use your camera. Carry a soft camera cloth with you to wipe the lens frequently while … Continue reading →

Tips for Photographing People

I like taking photos of still life and landscapes for fun. It gives me the opportunity to use my creative talents. But I think photos of people are the best type of photos. Unfortunately people also make some of the worst subjects. In the last couple of weeks I have scanned hundreds of old family photographs for my slide show projects. The photos of people fascinate me more than photos of any other subject. What makes a good photo of a person? I think capturing the person’s personality, character and emotion gives the viewer of the photo a connection to … Continue reading →

Hawaii–Rainy Day Fun

When you travel to Hawaii there are certain things you expect to find: brilliant sunshine, balmy temperatures, endless beaches that scream “tan on me,” and cobalt blue waters to dip into when the sun sizzles your skin a bit too much. Ninety percent of the time that is exactly what you will find, however—news flash—it does rain in paradise (and I’m not just talking about passing trade showers that traditionally hold off until after sunset). So what do you do if your Hawaiian holiday is not as bright as you expected: golf. That’s right, golf. I’m not talking about the … Continue reading →

Going Pro (part two)

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Last post, I covered how to get started making money from photography. Today, I’ll continue with more detail about setting up your studio or on-location setup. If you have an extra space in your house, you can set up your lights and background, and leave them in place. If not, you can just take down the equipment and store it somewhere when you are finished. The minimum equipment you will need is a roll of background paper (they come in various widths), several full-size light stands (one or two to hold the background paper and one for the main light), … Continue reading →