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Why The Rule of Thirds Is Rule #1 for Visual Art

The Rule of Thirds is the closest thing to a law when it comes to visual design, including photographs and illustrations.  Opinions and  tastes may differ, but most artists utilize the rule of thirds to make their images look appealing. If you aren’t familiar with this simple concept, it can be a great way to improve […]

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Taking Great Pictures: More Than Just Luck

Have you looked through Facebook albums only to realize certain people always have really great pictures? The kind of pictures that make you wonder if a professional photographer took them? The first key to a great picture is to have a good subject. Beyond that, there is a host of little things you can do […]

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Newborn Photo Ideas

Every new mom wants to have that jaw dropping photo of their precious newborn.  The one you can frame and proudly display like a piece of art.  That photo that can be gifted to family and friends. Because what is better than a personalized photo gift of your beautiful newborn? We have all seen these […]

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The Perfect Engagement Photo

Are you looking for a unique way to announce that you and your significant other have decided to tie the knot?  Chances are that you are already thinking about the engagement photo that will grace the front of the announcement and appear in the newspaper.  It’s all about the photo! The following are a few […]

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Quick, Easy Guide to Making the Most Out of Your Camera

Many people wish they had more knowledge about their camera and photography, but the sea of available information is so vast, it can be overwhelming. Most of the time people aren’t sure where to start. If they are brave enough to dive into a certain feature and catch wind that that it’s just the tip […]

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5 Things Every Photographer Should Have

Photography is an art form that has progressed light years in the last few decades. Digital photography has exploded and has helped simplify the art form in many ways. However, photography still requires great skill and talent to pull it off successfully. Anybody can take a picture: not everybody can be a photographer. With that […]

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Six Tips to Create Amazing Outdoor Family Portraits

There’s no end to the joy of a beautiful family portrait hanging in your home. Getting up every morning and enjoying an adequate sized family portrait hanging on your wall has a wonderful power to remind us what is most important to us each and every day.  Here are six important tips to help you […]

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Tips For Stunning Storm Photos

Mother nature throws us some spectacular sights and capturing storm events such as lightning can be a challenging task. It takes a little knowledge, common sense and an understanding of your gear to conjure up stunning images. A lot of the guesswork is taken out of the equation thanks to the many automatic settings on […]

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How to Take Appealing Car Photos

So you want to sell a car online or in the classifieds. Well, you’re going to need to take some pictures, then. Of course, you can’t just take any pictures, you’re going to need some that can really sell that car, really let people know what you’re offering. If you want to command top dollar […]

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