Are Senior Portraits From Prestige Portraits Required?
Posted on | February 8, 2010 | No Comments
i received some packet and a call from prestige portraits. but i dont feel like taking the pictures. do i need to in order to have my picture in the yearbook? or is this particular section completely optional to take? also i would like to know where senior pictures are usually taken for the yearbook. i think its the school but i dont know. anywho i appreciat if anyone could answer my questions. thx in advance
I Am Looking For A Wedding Photogrpher,i Cant Seem To Find One That I Can Afford. Does Anyone Have Sugestions?
Posted on | February 8, 2010 | No Comments
I want to have a good photographer, but money is limited and I cant seem to find one that is affordable, are there any resorses that I may have missed.
Tags: Afford. > Anyone > Cant > Does > Find > Looking > Photogrpheri > Seem > That > wedding
Five Common Digital Photography Mistakes And How To Fix Them
Posted on | February 8, 2010 | No Comments
Problem: Lackluster composition
Sometimes just a subtle shift of emphasis is all it takes to turn a throwaway digital photograph into a treasured keeper. Here are the top tips to immediately improving your composition.
Tip 1: The Rule of Thirds is a time-honored technique professional photographers use to improve composition. Imagine a tic-tac-toe grid over the image you want to take. Use the intersection of those lines to place your subject slightly off center, and bring interest up or down.
Tip 2: Take photos at various angles and distances to give you more options to choose from. Also experiment with vertical and horizontal camera orientation?you may discover that this simple shift yields interesting results.
Tip 3: Eliminate distracting background clutter by getting closer to your subject. Or try using your camera?s Portrait pre-set mode. This will keep objects close to you in focus, while blurring the background. You can achieve the same effect, known as a shallow depth of field, by manually adjusting your aperture setting to a low f-number, such as f2.8.
Problem: Poor lighting
Digital photography is all about catching that magic moment when the light is just right. But lighting also provides some challenges. These tips will help, whether you?re indoors or out.
Tip 1: Balance bright or dim light
Digital cameras get ?confused? by unbalanced conditions, such as a very bright or dim light, causing the camera to under or over expose your photo.
In low light conditions, try using your camera?s night shooting mode, or lower the ISO to 50 or 100 to get rich detail in low light. Use a tripod, or steady yourself against a stable object to avoid moving the camera.
In bright light, try your camera?s Beach or Sunshine mode, or manually choose a fast shutter speed to control the amount of light that comes in.
Tip 2: Shooting indoors
Avoid using your flash. Instead, provide as much natural light as possible?open curtains, or even the door. Or use lamps to add light to the scene. Your flash mutes color and casts stark, deep shadows that are especially unflattering in portraits.
Don?t place your subject in front of a bright window or they will become a silhouette (although this can be a nice effect when done intentionally). Try placing them off to the side instead, or facing a natural light source.
Tip 3: Shooting outdoors
Try to have the sun behind you when you shoot. This will provide the most flattering light to your subject.
Shoot early or later in the day?dawn and dusk provide lovely light, whereas midday light can be harsh.
Take advantage of overcast days for photography. That?s when the light is even, and casts almost no shadows.
Problem: Red-eye
The appearance of glowing red eyes can ruin a portrait of even the cutest child or pet. The red color comes from light reflecting off of the retinas in our eyes. The following quick tips can help get the red out.
Tip 1: Try not to use a flash if possible?it is the number one cause of red-eye. Instead, turn on lights or open curtains to add additional light to your scene.
Tip 2: Ask your subject to look toward the camera but not directly at the lens or to look into a bright light first.
Tip 3: Stand farther away from your subject.
Tip 5: Take advantage of in-camera red-eye removal. Many digital cameras and photo printers now allow you to remove red-eye or prevent it altogether. Check your digital camera?s manual to see if it includes these features.
Problem: Blurry photos
While a photo with a dramatic blur can often be artistic, it can also render a subject incomprehensible. Here are some ways to add clarity to your digital photographs.
Tip 1: Reduce shutter lag. The time between pressing the trigger and the camera taking the picture is called shutter lag, and it can cause blurry pictures. Avoid it by pressing the trigger halfway down until you?re ready to shoot. When the right moment comes, press the rest of the way. This strategy is great when you’re taking pictures of people (especially kids) or animals. ?
Tip 2: Minimize camera shake. Even the slightest camera movement can cause unclear photos. Use a tripod or brace yourself against a stationary object to hold the camera still. Some digital cameras come with image stabilization, another way to get clear images of moving subjects.
Tip 3: Use your digital camera?s Action shooting mode for sports or other action shots. It automatically optimizes your shutter speed to help capture motion. Or manually increase your camera?s shutter speed to achieve the same effect.?
Problem: Low-quality prints
If you plan to print your photographs using a digital photo printer, keep resolution in mind. Resolution is measured in megapixels (MP), and matching the resolution to the print size will help you get clear digital photo prints.
Tip 1: If you plan to enlarge or crop photos before printing, it?s best to shoot at the highest resolution possible. But high-resolution pictures take up more memory.
Tip 2: If you plan to e-mail images or print smaller sizes, like 4″ x 6″ or 5″ x 7″ photos, you can stick to 4-5 MP with no problems.
Tip 3: Many digital cameras let you select the resolution level, so you can determine ahead of time whether you want to shoot a big file with lots of detail, or a quick snapshot you can post to a website or e-mail to friends and family.
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Who Will Edit My Senior Portraits?
Posted on | February 8, 2010 | No Comments
My sister is not a professional photographer and she is taking my senior portraits. I would like them to be edited and retouched. Does any one know who or where I can send a copy of them to that does this service? I have some acne and would just like to have them look better. I can not do this myself because I do not have the time and my computer is to slow to download a program. Thank you for your help!!!
Wedding Officiant On The Island Of Maui?
Posted on | February 8, 2010 | No Comments
My fiance and I have decided to turn our vacation into an elopement. Does anyone know of an officiant who performs non-traditional spiritual ceremonies? Possibly someone who could perform a hand-fasting?
Also any recommendations for a creative and affordable photographer?
Thank you!
Digital SLR Photography and You
Posted on | February 8, 2010 | No Comments
Digital cameras have been around for a number of years. If the individual has a lot of fun using it, perhaps it is time to move up by investing in something better that is available in the market. Technology has paved the way for the creation of the digital SLR camera.
The SLR stands for single lens reflex. In fact, many photographers have decided to use this more often. This is because it gives the user more control in the look of the final product.
When the SLR first came out, this was sold at about $5,000 a piece. With the increasing demand in the market, manufacturers have came out with different models so the average person can buy one of these for less than a thousand. Those who want to do better with the more affordable version then will have to buy extra lenses.
The SLR stands out because of the lens used in the camera. This just proves that the piece of glass in this device really makes a difference when the pictures are developed. The user can change the lens to get a farther shot but this will really boil down to the contrast and color.
Another nice feature about the SLR is that it comes with controls allowing the owner to change certain things in the photo before it is downloaded and printed. This may be complicated for those who are not familiar with it so the user should get comfortable with the camera before using it.
Since the SLR is quite expensive, it will be a good idea to get proper insurance for it. This device fetches a good price in the market if someone should stumble into one which will really hurt anyone?s pocket should this be stolen.
There are many brands of SLR cameras in the market. All of these manufacturers have been in the business for quite some time, which makes it hard to recommend which one is the best to invest in.
Photographers and other hobbyists then should go with the brand that the individual is familiar with and use this to get those digital SLR shots. After all, this is the only way to use this piece of equipment and get the money?s worth out of this investment.
The owner should also know how to store and clean the SLR camera. It is only with proper maintenance and storage that excellent shots can be taken every time this is brought out.
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Generally Speaking, What Are The Requirements For High School Senior Portraits?
Posted on | February 7, 2010 | No Comments
Please do not answer with, “depends on the school”
Thanks! (:
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Affordable Photographer In Austin??
Posted on | February 7, 2010 | No Comments
Are there photographers out there that doesn’t charge $1000 ! I’m planning a small wedding, along with a small budget. No reception, no dance.. more like a family gathering i guess. I’m not looking for fancy photoalbums or cards to be created.. just plain photography for getting ready, the ceremony and few family shots.. Please Help! there has to be someone out there that charges <$300 for an hour or two.
Where Can I View Examples Of Senior Portraits?
Posted on | February 7, 2010 | No Comments
I need some examples cuz im taking mine in a couple days..i wanna know like how to do my hair, makeup, and pose.
Affordable Photographers In Melbourne? Any Recommendations?
Posted on | February 7, 2010 | No Comments
Hi!
I’m planning a vacation to Australia with my boyfriend soon. We’re thinking of taking photographs professionally at some of Melbourne’s scenic places or old churches/buildings. I’ve looked online and the prices they charged for pre-wedding or potrait photography sessions are rather pricey. Can anyone recommend me on more affordable photographers in Melbourne or student photographers who can spend two – three hours for the photo shooting session. May I know what is the fee rate? Thank you so much!
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