Photography
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Want to Learn Photography
Asked by C.R. from Austin
on July 23, 2008
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Any suggestions for local photography classes? I have found that getting photos taken of my kids at all of the important milestones is getting quite expensive. I wan...
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- Hi C.! It is funny that you posted this because I am a photographer who is interested in starting a small photography class just for parents to learn how to take go...
- You can try ACC. The key is that you don't need lots of equipment. I actually bought my supplies and taught myself. I'm not good enough to charge ppl but get really...
- When my daughter was born, I bought a book called How to Photograph Your Baby by Nick Kelsh. You can order it on Amazon. It was supposed to be for my husband, since he...
Digital SLR Camera
Asked by J.H. from Minneapolis
on December 5, 2011
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I am looking for a good SLR camera. It is time to upgrade! I take tons of pics of my kids and am interested in taking a photography class and get more serious about ph...
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- Highly recommend Canon Rebel cameras. I've had them for years and LOVE them. Easy to use, high quality, great photos and a variety of models to fit your needs and bu...
- If you have a Costco membership they have the Nikon D3100 package for around 800. It comes with DVDs to show you some of the features and how to take great pictures a...
- I just bought the Canon Rebel T2i on Saturday. I have a few friends that own the camera and love it! I got a great deal at Best Buy, I got the camera, regular lense,...
Taking Better Pictures
Asked by E.G. from Daytona Beach
on May 24, 2011
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Any suggestions on where to learn how to take better pictures?
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- I LOVE taking pictures. This book is awesome, totally worth buying.. http://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Photograph-Absolutely-Everything-Successful/dp/1405319852 Also, see...
- Check your local community college, they usually run classes like this during the summer and they are pretty reasonably priced.
- Reading the manuel does wonders. It's boring as hell, but once you learn the functions of the camera, it helps you decide what settings to use. Softer light, either ea...
Parks to Take Pictues in near or Around Converse
Asked by M.B. from San Antonio
on January 17, 2009
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I am trying to get into photography and I have a brand new Nikon camera. I do not know any nice parks with great scenery to take pictures in of my son and pet dogs. ...
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- The botanical gardens and the umlauf sculpture garden both located off of barton spring by zilker are excellent places and it's almost impossible to take bad pictures ...
- The Live Oak park is off of Toepperwein very close to Converse and it has a little lake in it and some playgrounds and various other scenery I think you would enjoy. B...
- There's an antique Rose garden over behind Rolling oaks mall on evans road
I Need a Hobby!!
Asked by K.L. from Des Moines
on May 10, 2011
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Hello mamas! I really need help with starting a hobby! I have a daughter in kindergarten and another on the way and I just need something to do to pass the time throug...
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- Okay... I know you don't like traditional scrapbooking, but how about digital scrapbooking? You could make beautiful albums for your family AND use and display your ph...
- Volunteer! I also tried scrapbooking...i like it...It just gives me a head ache. I took up pressing shirts. I do that when I am bored with illustrating my book. ...
- I recently had the same problem, a son in K5 and a 1 year old that naps for 3 hours at a time! I started knitting and I love it, almost done with my first baby blanket...
Seeking a Good Camera for Indoor Sports.
Asked by J.D. from Dallas
on November 22, 2011
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Hi Mom's - I read all the camera review magazines and websites, but I wanted to see what Moms say that have actually dealt with this. I have a Nikon D60 with a great ...
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- Good suggestions. I have a Nikon D50 and it does have a setting for fluorescent lighting. However, if you're using it with no flash, you'll have to take it off auto. ...
- I have a Nikon and love it. You have a great lens? What is it? You also probably need to take it off auto. I think to shoot inside action shots you probably need somet...
- I love this website. Here are a few good posts on shooting indoor sports that may help you, scroll down a bit: http://www.digital-photography-school.com/?s=indoor+s...
Photo Class in Chicago/Western Burbs
Asked by R.R. from Chicago
on November 8, 2010
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Hello- I got a DSLR camera about a year ago and still only use the auto features. I'd love to take a 1-day class to help me learn how to take even better shots of my...
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- http://www.wehmeierportraits.com/ This couple is great and located in Orland Park. I know Rob has had a one day workshop in the past on how to use your camera. ...
- In the city are at least two places: 1) The Chicago Photography Center, which has one day workshops, and 2) Lillstreet Art Center, which has classes in a series. I don...
- See http://amytripplephotography.com I haven't taken Amy's classes, but she is a wonderful children's photographer. I know she offers the kind of class you are lookin...
Seeking Instruction Manual for Camera
Asked by K.B. from Pittsburgh
on February 27, 2008
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I have a 35mm Canon EOS RebelG Camera, but I can't find my instruction manual. I usually use just the automatic settings but I would like to start being a little more...
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- Go to Canon site and download manual.
- K. B, I have the same Camera I believe. For some reason though I think it is the RebelX. I will look for you tonight. Have you tried going online. Most companies usua...
- hi K., this is so new to me. i'm not sure what i'm doingbut i would love thchat with you. M.
Seeking Digital Camera Suggestions...
Asked by B.B. from New York
on April 27, 2009
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Hello Mamasource friends,
Looking for some digital camera suggestions. Our camera was recently ruined via water bottle incident in our diaper bag. Does anyone have ...
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- I have a Canon A590 that I can't live without. It takes wonderful pictures & makes videos. The best part about the camera is a "kids & pets" setting, which takes the p...
- Check out the Cannon power shot line. I have the SD630, when we got it (a few yrs ago) it was the fastest available. It takes really nice pics and is very easy to use,...
- Hi B., I have the Kodak, Easy Share for more than a year and I love it! Grandma Mary
Great Digital Camera for Under 400 Bucks?
Asked by T.D. from Port St. Lucie
on September 12, 2011
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Hi Mamas- We are looking to get a new camera. In the past a we have had digital pocket size camera- which was great for carrying around- but not so great at taking att...
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- I just went through this research process about six months ago. Same situation. Not wanting to buy a DSLR due to expense but wanting to upgrade from our basic point an...
- I'm sure if I read the directions, my Canon would do better in low light. Overall we are happy with our Powershot and I use it regularly to chase our 3 yr old. One thi...
- I think you should take a look and do some research at the latest and greatest point and shoots. I too have an old pocket size digital camera that I spent a lot of mo...
