So that new DSLR sports a helpful pop-up flash eh?  Let’s throw that “helpful” idea right out the window..  That little flash is probably responsible for ruining more pictures than any other feature of the camera.

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Let’s begin this journey by looking at where we want to finish.  If you’re aiming to get better vacation/family photos and simply buying that fancy new DSLR didn’t do the trick, then you’re at the right place.  Just know that among all those buttons and switches, there isn’t a secret magic one that makes your pictures better.  Learning to take better photographs is a long process, but we’ll get you moving quickly! Continue Reading →

I’d like to help others make better pictures.  I am by no means an all-knowing photographer (are there any?) – so keep that in mind.  But I’ve taken it upon myself to understand what’s going on behind the scenes once that shutter button is pressed.  I’ve found that this allows me to put complicated concepts into simple terms that people can understand.   I grew up using film and spending countless hours in the darkroom.  That experience has certainly helped my digital photography.  So if you have a digital camera and you are  terrified to move it from that safety blanket of that green “Auto” mode.. this is for you. Continue Reading →