Tips for Documenting Everyday Life
written by SPS Grads member Katrina Green One of the best things about improving your photography as a parent is that you’re there. You’re right…
Category: Composition
Three Easy Composition Tips
Adapted from an SPS Grads program lesson by Erica Ogden Composition can take a snapshot like this: And turn it into an image that has…
Why you don't need a long lens for great sports photography.
We all want to get awesome pictures of our kids playing sports. We find a seat in crowded bleachers, bust out the camera, hold it…
4 Tips for Better Vacation Pics (with any camera)
For anyone soaking up the last bit of summer vacation – whether it’s a full blown family vacation, a day-trip staycation, or just the everyday…
Bonus Snack: Don't stand up while taking pics.
Thanks for checking out this little bonus snack from the 1-Minute Photo Makeover. If you’re keeping track, it fits nicely right after the first two snacks:…
Why is the blue sky white in my pics?
I got the following question this past week: I still struggle capturing the color of the perfect blue sky or the crystal blue color of the…
Photo Tip: Don't Center Your Subject
This week’s tip comes from a new series I just completed: 7 little known tips everyone should know about photography. All of the tips in this…
How To Get Great Eye Shots. Don't Be A-Scarrrd of Tip #4.
Here’s 4 tips to creating great “eye shots” of your kids. You know, those pics where their eyes are just popping off the page. People think…
Don't Give Up On Your Fancy Camera Just Yet. (Part 1 of a 3 Part Series)
We buy fancy cameras with great intentions, and honestly, for great reasons. As parents, we all understand how quickly our kids grow up. Dozens of…
My 7-Year-Old Took My Profile Pic. Here's What He Taught Me.
A few weeks ago I was taking some pics of the kids, per usual. Trager, my 7 year old, asked if he could take some…