This may be one of the single most frequently asked questions I get. As you grow with photography, you may find yourself wanting to level up. I’ll make a new blog post about that soon. If you are brand new to photography, want a nice camera to take pictures of your kids or adventures, these are all excellent bodies to choose from. I have also included links to prime (fixed focal length; sharper) and telephoto (zoom) lenses for each model.
Read MoreI have had it in my head for a while to start doing sessions at places I wouldn’t normally shoot. I get asked so often where I find my locations. Or “how do you find these magical locations?!” Honestly most of them aren’t that magical. They are usually on the side of the road; or in a parking lot; or somewhere totally “unmagical”. But for this series I really wanted to illustrate that even an UGLY spot, such as the local laundromat, could really be awesome. The laundromat was dirty, full of people and distractions. Check out some of the fun we had, plus some iPhone shots of what the spot really looked like. When choosing your photographer, find one that knows how to work the angles and focus on the client.
Read MoreSo the struggle to plan outfits is real ya’ll. It can literally be the biggest source of frustration and stress. And my eternal goal is to take ALL the stress out of this experience for you. So today I am bringing you my TOP FIVE tips for picking out the most flattering, beautiful and complimentary clothing for your family! Keep reading to take these tips and put your own spin on them for your next session.
Read MorePhotographing blended families can sometimes be stressful. Sometimes you will feel more like a therapist than a photographer. It can be tricky to navigate the waters of family dynamics, particularly if there’s tension between the children and a step-parent. More often than not, you’ll need a few tactics to help you through it. Today I want to offer you five simple tried and true techniques for your next blended family session.
Read MoreI have people saying to me ALL the time “I wish I had a fancy camera, but all I have is my cell phone”. I always try and stress to them, you don’t NEED a fancy camera, the best camera you have is the one in your hands! Of course there are limitations to what a cell phone camera can do, and I don’t think they’ll ever replace a dSLR and a Photographer with a great eye! BUT I’ve put together a list of five of my best tips for putting that camera to work, and taking better photographs of your children, using what you’ve got.
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