Taking better birthday pictures

   Yesterday one of my Grandson’s had a birthday and we had a party for him at  Chuck E Cheese.   Trying to get good birthday pictures there is not an easy task.   Too much stimulation has junior running crazy which doesn’t help get a good shot,and then add cake and pizza to the mix . . . →Read More:Taking better birthday pictures

Taking Pictures of Christmas lights

With Christmas less than a week away I thought I would share some images of my Christmas tree and some photography tips for Taking Pictures of Christmas Lights.

Getting a good picture of your christmas lights isn’t always easy.  To take the images of my lit Christmas tree,I turned off the flash but had . . . →Read More:Taking Pictures of Christmas lights

How to take Birthday Images

Most of us get pretty stressed dealing with parties,add children to the mix and your stress is doubled. 

And then you are expected to take images as well?

This doesn’t have to be stressful,you are trying to capture the moment,and if  your child is having a crying fit,they are not . . . →Read More:How to take Birthday Images

Christmas images on a budget

 

With all the things to do and money that is spent during the holiday season,you can save yourself a little stress and money by taking your own holiday photos.   It takes so much effort to dress your kids up,drive to the studio hoping they stay neat  and trying to get . . . →Read More:Christmas images on a budget

Include the decorations in your Christmas Images

 

After spending hours setting up your holiday decorations,you should take photos of your creations.   There are so many pretty things you can take photos of during the holidays,the lights,the decorations,the tree,the ornaments and presents.   Taking photos of your holiday decorations can let you add some very fun and . . . →Read More:Include the decorations in your Christmas Images

Be creative when taking your Christmas Images

During the holidays,you usually take a lot of photos.  The family gets together and everyone is dressed and acting their best.  Be creative and have fun.   As well as taking photos of family,the  presents,decorations,  food and lights,can add lots of color and interest to your photo story of the holiday.

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Do you photograph your holiday meals?

No matter what holiday,or family get together,most events have food involved. Do you take pictures of your food at your holiday meals?  If you spend hours cooking and setting up beautiful meals,you should take photos of them. Taking pictures of the food and decorations will help you tell your story of the . . . →Read More:Do you photograph your holiday meals?

Why have Engagement Photos?

It has become very popular to have engagement photos,but why?

When I was married (a very long time ago) people did not take engagement photos,but now it a common thing to do. It can be an added expense but if you can add them to the wedding budget I recommend getting them done. . . . →Read More:Why have Engagement Photos?

Wedding Photography Checklist

Wedding photography is so much more than simply taking photographs. You get one chance at a wedding,there is no re-shoot if you mess up! You must be prepared. Make sure your equipment is working and you have everything you need. Know where you are going and be early. It is very important to be . . . →Read More:Wedding Photography Checklist

Wedding Photography- 3 beginner tips

Have you ever been asked to be someone’s Wedding Photographer? A lot of amateur photographers at one time or another are asked by family or friends to take their wedding photos. This can be a little scary if you are not a wedding photographer. Wedding’s are big business and a Wedding Photographer can make good . . . →Read More:Wedding Photography- 3 beginner tips