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Have a camera? Learn all sorts of tips about shooting photos and even how to crop and edit the pictures you take to create portraits that you can be proud of.

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I was never really all that interested in photography until I had my first kid. From the day I took my first picture of my daughter, photography took hold of my life. I took a basic photography class at the local community college and began using the features of my camera that I never really knew how to use. If you are just starting out with a DSLR camera, this blog can help you get started. You will learn all sorts of tips about shooting photos and even how to crop and edit the pictures you take to create portraits that you can be proud of.

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Getting A Good Headshot

24 May 2016
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Many employers require headshots from their employees. It could be for the company website, for a business card or for marketing brochures. If a headshot is a requirement of a job, the employer likely will hire a corporate photography expert to take the pictures, but there are a few things the photo subject can do to ensure a great photo. Posture To avoid looking too stiff—or worse, like a mug shot—avoid angling both shoulders toward the camera. Read More …

Why You Should Shoot Your Senior Portraits In Raw

12 May 2016
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With the technology in DSLR cameras becoming more advanced, it is easier for students to shoot and edit their own senior photos. This is often a great idea for high school seniors who feel awkward about being in front of the camera. If you can have a friend or family member take your pictures, you could make the whole experience more enjoyable and less stressful. This article explains why you should shoot your photos in the Raw format. Read More …

4 Thoughtful Gift Ideas For New Parents

10 May 2016
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When someone you care about has a new baby, you probably want to show them you're thinking of them. While it's always nice to get the parents gifts for their baby, sometimes it's even more thoughtful (and unexpected!) to get something thoughtful for the parents too. After all, they are probably too sleep-deprived and busy learning how to care for their little one to do anything nice for themselves. Here are four thoughtful gift ideas for new parents: Read More …

It’s Personal: 3 Ways To Create The Perfect Greeting Card

6 May 2016
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If you're looking for a unique way to express your feelings, you probably don't want to go with a generic greeting card that you can find in any store. Instead, you want to make sure that the sentiment relays exactly how you're feeling. You want it to express you and not the hundreds of other people who may have purchased the same card. Here are four ways to creatively express your emotions. Read More …

Does Your Child Want To Be A Model And Actor? What Pictures You Need In Their Look Book

6 May 2016
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Is your son or daughter trying to pursue a career in modeling and acting, and you aren't sure what type of portraits you should use in their look book for job interviews? There are a lot of different pictures that may look great, but you want to be sure the modeling agents see what all your teen has to offer. Modeling jobs and acting jobs are going to require different books and portraits, but your child's portraits need to be perfect. Read More …