Posing-Large Groups

Some Posing Challenges: * one or more subjects always seem to be looking away or in different directions * subjects blinking * someone being missing from the photo * different moods in the group (some smiling, some serious, some playing up to the camera etc) * the group being too far away or not… Continue reading Posing-Large Groups

Photographing Sporting Events

To keep it simple, here’s my summary recommendation for equipment and settings (note, you MUST NOT use flash (according to USA Gymnastics rules, for the safety of the gymnasts), so be sure you know how to keep your camera’s flash from firing!). Also, unless you are USA Gymnastics safety certified, you are NOT allowed on… Continue reading Photographing Sporting Events

Need a headshot for your web site?

Need a head shot for your web site? A good photo of the little one for your holiday cards? Taking good pictures of people can be hard, but don’t despair. An average digital camera can take great portraits if you keep a few simple guidelines in mind. No special equipment is required and the features… Continue reading Need a headshot for your web site?

Understanding Aperture?

Aperture is ‘the size of the opening in the lens when a picture is taken.’ When you hit the shutter release button of your camera a hole opens up that allows your cameras image sensor to catch a glimpse of the scene you’re wanting to capture. The aperture that you set impacts the size of… Continue reading Understanding Aperture?

Sports Photography – Myrtle Beach Photography Tip

1. Watch for action and movement. Sports like Basketball and Volleyball are consistently fast paced. Your job is not simply to capture the event, but also the connection between players. This takes some skill and anticipation. 2. Set your camera to a high ISO setting. Most recent SLR cameras will now allow you to shoot… Continue reading Sports Photography – Myrtle Beach Photography Tip