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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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Awkward Christmas Photos

We have all been a subject in a few awkward Christmas photos.  My worst years were from the ages of 10 to 13.  Yikes!  I was a pudgy, gap toothed, little girl with a bad haircut.  I had my pretty years, and now I am a pudgy pregnant lady.  I suppose my bad haircut days […]

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Tips for Holiday Photo Marketing

The holidays mean more than just family and friends. For business it is also a season for increasing marketing and sales. For photographers this is also true. With the Christmas spirit up and the popularity of searching the internet for recipes, gift ideas, and decorating tips, marketing your images is easy. From major retailers to […]

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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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Topaz Labs Adjust Version 5 Review

Get an instant 10% discount on Topaz Adjust version 5, or any Topaz Labs product, by entering the following coupon code into the order form: photoluminary You can download a free and fully functional thirty day trial version of the software, from the Topaz Labs site, here: Download trial Topaz Labs Adjust version 5 recently […]

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Paparazzo

It all seemed so glamorous then, back in the heyday of black & white prints, trilby hats and the golden age of the 30’s grand film studios, the paparazzo was seen to be an icon himself, moving and shaking with the subjects he intended to capture on film. Popularized by the 1960 film La dolce […]

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Creativity, Meet Business Savvy

A portfolio is an essential tool for creative professionals trying to sell their services. Photographers, web designers, writers, graphic artists, even interior decorators and custom cabinet makers— anyone who needs to show past work to get future work, has a portfolio. With a portfolio you can show potential clients what you can do for them. […]

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