Tag Archives: Tips + Tutorials

WHAT IS A NATURAL REFLECTOR?
Using Natural Reflectors for Better Outdoor Portraits

Reflectors are used to bounce light from a light source (in natural light photography, that would be the sun) on to your subject. Learning to use reflectors for outdoor portraits is an absolute must, otherwise your portraits may suffer from unflattering shadows due to harsh lighting conditions or limited light situations. They sell relatively inexpensive portable […]

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April 1, 2013 - 7:41 am

Amy - Brilliant! Now, let’s see if I can put it into action . . . :)

April 1, 2013 - 3:18 pm

Camila Faria - I love your photo tips Maddy! This one is so clever!

April 1, 2013 - 4:46 pm

Katherine Vargas - I love all your tips and techniques she is a beautiful girl and lovely photo Maddy.

Tips for Photographing People in the Snow

Shooting in the snow can be a lot of fun, but  not without its challenges. For starters, it’s BRIGHT and if you’re shooting in auto, you’re camera will tend to underexpose everything in the picture (including your subjects) to compensate for the brightness of the snow. The other problem faced is that the camera will […]

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February 26, 2013 - 7:45 am

Amy - Such a good tutorial given, you know, we’re currently surrounded by snow! :)

February 26, 2013 - 9:12 am

Erica Freitas - Thank you soo much for these awesome tips!! I can’t wait to utilize them! Gorgeous pictures by the way.

Feeling the Need for Speed

I’ve purchased a couple photography related items this week that will hopefully speed up my workflow and help me spend less time in front of a computer.  The first is Lightroom 4.  I learned how to edit in Photoshop back when I started taking pictures.  At this juncture, it’s hard to imagine life without it. […]

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February 24, 2013 - 9:50 am

Life with Kaishon - I am excited for you Maddy!
You can teach me Lightroom as soon as you learn it!
XO

February 24, 2013 - 12:26 pm

Adrion - I love BLOGSTOMP! Glad to hear that you are getting to like LR. :)

February 24, 2013 - 12:50 pm

Kristin - I’m definitely looking into that…Thanks for sharing lady!

February 26, 2013 - 7:46 am

Amy - Eek! I’m so excited to give it a try!

March 2, 2013 - 5:35 pm

elle sees - even though i don’t own a camera, i am always fascinated by your skills and tips.

March 17, 2013 - 11:48 am

Hannah - I’ve been using Blogstomp for a couple of years now. LOVE IT! I’m actually buds with one of the guys who created it. He’s a photog here in Houston, shoots his own stuff, and second shoots weddings with my boss. I’m constantly thanking him for creating blogstomp!