Here it is, mid-September already, and the beginning of prime time for capturing colorful images of those gorgeous reds, yellows, and oranges that paint our great outdoors. Our country will soon be bursting with color! I found some great tips and tutorials from top photographers with suggestions on how to best capture nature in its […]
How Safe and Private Are Your Pictures in Google Photos
There’s been a lot in the news lately about data privacy, including how safe are your photos when they’re stored in the cloud. So I thought I would explore the pros and cons of various free cloud photo storage options and features, starting with Google Photos. In the next few posts, I’ll cover other popular […]
Decorating with Acrylic Prints: Mixbook Review
If you’ve read my earlier posts on canvas and metal print wall decor, you know that I like using my own photos to create inexpensive, unique artwork for our house. One medium I had never tried before was acrylic, sometimes referred to as Lucite or plexiglass. So I decided to make my first-ever acrylic photo […]
Preventing Blurry Indoor Photos
Do you have a problem with blurry indoor photos? I sometimes do, so I did some research to see what’s up and how I can fix it. Getting the Proper Exposure Properly exposed photos involve getting the right combination of shutter speed, ISO and lens opening (aperture). The longer the shutter stays open, the more […]
5 Tips for Incredible Summer Vacation Photos
Are you getting ready for your longed-for summer vacation? While the memories of your time away will always stay in your mind, you may also want to capture some stunning pictures of your trip. While living in the moment is important, capturing those moments so we can reminisce is almost as vital.
10 Budget-Friendly Photography Accessories For Father’s Day Gifts
It can be hard to come up with something original for Father’s Day and still have money in your wallet, but if your dad is a photo enthusiast, there are actually quite a few photography accessories that won’t break your Father’s Day gift budget. I’ve compiled a list of my favorite photo accessories and they’re […]
Easy Canvas Prints Review: Quality at Discount Prices
Lately, I’ve become kind of addicted to making canvas prints because they add such a great spot of color to my house without costing a fortune. My home office sports a canvas featuring the Croatian island of Hvar, and next on my agenda was a canvas picture for our family room. We now have a […]