Taking Better Pictures

Have you ever wondered how some people fill their homes with beautiful portraits of their friends and family? Learn to preserve your family memories.

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Taking Better Pictures

Have you ever wondered how some people fill their homes with beautiful portraits of their friends and family? Although you might be tempted to use that smartphone or snap a few shots with that old digital camera you have laying around, paying for professional photography or learning how to take better pictures might be worth the effort. My blog talks all about the intricacies of photography, so that you can learn what to look for, what to avoid, and how to purchase better equipment. These tips might help you to preserve your precious family memories for you and for your posterity.

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4 Of The Biggest Mistakes Freelance Writers Make When Choosing Their Headshot

18 May 2016
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From the image you have on the "About Me" section of your website to the profile picture you choose for your LinkedIn profile, these images speak volumes about who you are as a professional writer. People who are considering your services will almost always take a gander at your photo to try and reap some type of impression beforehand. Slap up any random picture and there is a good chance you will send some potential clients in the opposite direction. Read More …

Some Unique Times To Hire A Professional Photographer

11 May 2016
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People typically hire photographers for weddings and might also seek the services of these professionals for an engagement or anniversary shoot. What you might not have considered, however, is that there are many other times that you can benefit from having a professional photographer shoot your event — even if it seems unconventional to do so. Whether you have a decent camera but you just don't want to spend the event snapping shots or you're not pleased with the quality of images you get on your smartphone camera, it can be beneficial to think outside the box and hire a photographer to shoot an upcoming event that you want documented. Read More …

Photography Hacks: 4 Tips For Creating A Vintage Look

9 May 2016
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Vintage style is something that is popular across all outlets. Whether clothing or photographs, the vintage style is something that appeals to almost everyone. If you are interested in achieving the "old time" look for your photographs, you're in luck. With these four tips, you will be well on your way to achieving the perfect vintage look for any photo or photo session: 1. Dirty The Lens Old time photos tend to have a somewhat fuzzy, grainy, or scratched look. Read More …

Transferring Home Videos To DVD? 4 Tips To Make It Look More Professional

3 May 2016
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Do you have a stack of MiniDV tapes laying around from an old camcorder? You'll need the camera to playback the tapes, and if the camera breaks, you'll need to find a replacement camera to play the tapes back. Thankfully, it's possible to transfer these home videos from MiniDV tapes to DVDs. If you already know some basics about video editing and DVD authorizing, it should be a task you can handle on your own. Read More …

3 Tips for Preparing Your Bridesmaids to Help with Wedding Photos

27 April 2016
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For many couples, the pictures from their wedding are one of the most important keepsakes of that day. This is because after the wedding is finished and everyone goes home, the photos will provide a lifetime of memories. While the bride may plan individual shots and an overall photo theme with her photographer, it is important to let the bridesmaids in on the plan and prepare them for taking excellent photographs on the day of the wedding. Read More …