Article: You may already be a winner!.How to grab the prizes in photo contests
You can use two different approaches for entering photo contests. The usual way is to submit your “favorite” pictures. You might even win, but the odds are definitely stacked against you. The best...
View ArticleArticle: How anti-shake can sharpen your shots.Take advantage of this...
Don't get me wrong: Anti-shake technology, either built into a lens or a camera body's image sensor, is amazing. It has become invaluable in low-light situations when it is not possible or practical to...
View ArticleArticle: What is Depth of Field?.Digital Camera Basics
If you've ever wondered why some photos have a sharp subject but everything else in the foreground and background are out of focus, but other photos are sharp from near to far, it's all about depth of...
View ArticleArticle: Make photographing your family a top priority.Thanks For The Memories
Dedicated to my father, Seymour Resnick, of blessed memory, January 15, 1920-January 14, 2007.
View ArticleArticle: Does Face Detection Technology Really Work?.Let's find out!
Can this feature actually improve your people pictures? Here's the surprising answer!
View ArticleArticle: Look Down!.Look down and soon your photography will be looking up
Sometimes the best photographs are lying at your feet.
View ArticleArticle: For Sharp Shots, Use Flash.A blast of flash can keep your snapshots...
When you use your camera's built-in flash, or a dedicated shoe-mount accessory flash unit, the length of the exposure is determined by the duration of the flash itself rather than the camera's shutter.
View ArticleArticle: Cluttered Shots? Simplify!.Pay attention to the background
Here's one thing that separates snapshots from great shots: Clutter. It could be a distracting background, a tree seeming to grow out of Aunt Doris's head, or irrelevant elements distracting the viewer...
View ArticleArticle: How to dress for a family photo.Matching colors help unify the image
If you’re going out for a family photo, doing it yourself, or are photographing other families, there’s one visual element that will tie the photo together in a nice, neat bow: clothing.
View ArticleArticle: First food and nap, then photos.How to avoid grouchy little subjects
A contented baby will smile, laugh and play. A hungry and/or tired baby will cry, squirm, and generally won’t be very cooperative or photogenic.
View ArticleArticle: Landscape mode.Your guide to digital camera scene modes
With summer travel time upon us, you may find yourself trying to capture the beauty of scenic vistas. Landscape mode helps you take the guesswork out of properly exposing and focusing on the vast...
View ArticleArticle: Family Photo Basics.Get snap happy!
Often, it's the everyday moments that make up our fondest memories. But capturing the essence of a family can really be a challenge. Can it be done? Read on for some great suggestions!
View ArticleArticle: FIX THE PIX!.Here are 14 of the most common picture-taking mistakes...
Turning faulty snapshots into great photographs, believe it or not, doesn't take much. Mostly, it's about being aware of what your photographing, framing and exposing it right, and using the right...
View ArticleArticle: Troubleshooting your digital point-and-shoot camera.What to do when...
There you are, on the vacation of a lifetime with an incredible view before you and BOOM, your camera decides to have an attitude problem. Here are ten common digital camera breakdowns and how you...
View ArticleArticle: Lighten deep shadows on faces in bright sunlight: Fix The Pix,...
When part of a face is thrown into deep shadow by bright overhead sunlight, the results are not flattering. Here's how to get better photos with your digital camera in the mid-day sun.
View ArticleArticle: Farewell, fuzzy faces forever: Fix the Pix, Episode 2.How to easily...
If are using an older autofocus camera, there may be times when focus "misses" your subject's face, and instead the background is in sharp focus while the person or people you're photographing are...
View ArticleArticle: No more camera motion blur: Fix the Pix, Episode 3.What to do when...
One of the most common picture-taking mistakes is camera shake. But it's easier than ever to avoid.
View ArticleArticle: Is the background brighter than the foreground? Fix the Pix,...
Your subject is sitting by the window and you can see her face perfectly, but your digital camera can't. Here's why, and how to fix the problem.
View ArticleArticle: Do your photos have too much space overhead? Fix the Pix! Episode...
When photographing people, don't waste half the frame with stuff that isn't important. If you can fold the picture in half and not lose anything you won't miss, it's time to change your shooting habits.
View ArticleArticle: Beware distracting backgrounds: Fix the Pix, Episode 6."Hey, what's...
When taking photos of your friends and loved ones with your digital camera, pay attention to what’s going on behind them. Otherwise, unintentional hilarity might ensue.
View ArticleArticle: Fill the frame when shooting a portrait: Fix the Pix, Episode 7.Are...
The trouble with people pictures is most photographers don't get close enough. Look at the difference a more intimate approach can make!
View ArticleArticle: "Why is my nose so big?" Fix the Pix, Episode 8.Avoid the fun-house...
You've followed my advice and are shooting frame-filling portraits with your compact digital camera. But did you remember to zoom, or did you leave your lens at its widest setting? Here's the one time...
View ArticleArticle: Avoid uneven portrait lighting under trees: Fix the Pix, Episode...
While taking pictures in open shade is generally a good thing, there’s an exception to this rule when you’re under the shade of a big, leafy tree and the sun light peaks through here and there.
View ArticleArticle: Undo unflattering flash with a simple setting: Fix the Pix, Episode...
Avoid on-camera flash as much as possible. But when there's insufficient light to get a decent shot without it, here's a simple way to get more flattering people pictures with it.
View ArticleArticle: Did you shake your camera while in night portrait mode? Fix the...
What to do when a mode designed to save people pictures in low light ruins them instead.
View ArticleArticle: Don't let far flash foible leave your subject in the dark: Fix the...
Have you ever shot pictures of a ballgame or a concert at a stadium or arena—or just across a room—and were disappointed to see...not much of anything?
View ArticleArticle: Don’t overuse your zoom lens: Fix The Pix, Episode 13.Superzooms...
At the longest focal length, zoom lenses on compact cameras produce darker images, especially when shooting with your flash.
View ArticleArticle: Off-color remarks: Fix the Pix, Episode 14.What to do when the...
Are your pictures coming out too blue or orange? It's time to learn how to set your White Balance.
View ArticleArticle: Hold Your Camera Steady.Hand-holding tips
Very few photographers use a tripod or monopod to take all their pictures, and even the best built-in anti-shake systems have limitations. That's why it's still very important to hold your camera...
View ArticleArticle: Six Ways to Hand-Hold Your Camera.Shake-reduction photo techniques
When the light gets low and you don't have a tripod, you need to get a better grip on your camera. Here are a few tips to help you and your camera go steady.
View ArticleArticle: Perfect Beach Exposures Every Time.No more grey sand!
The problem with beaches (or snowy landscapes, or any scene where there’s a lot of white or light colors) is that they mislead camera meters.
View ArticleArticle: Teaching Children To Take Pictures.They're never too young to learn!
“First, I took picures. Then I learned to walk so I could get a higher point of view.” That's what I say when someone asks how long I've been into photography. When would be an appropriate time to...
View ArticleArticle: FAQ: How do you control shutter speed to minimize camera shake?.The...
Here's a modern modification of a rule of thumb for shake-free handheld photos.
View ArticleArticle: Take Pictures of Fireworks You Can Be Proud Of.How to capture the...
No matter what kind of camera you own or your level of photographic knowledge, you can capture stunning fireworks this 4th of July!
View ArticleArticle: Winter photography tips: Protect your gear in extreme cold.How to...
Working in cold weather presents problems for both photographers and their equipment. Here are some tips from an expert.
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