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Photography Studio Gig
Hi. I make my living as a programmer, but would love to work as a portrait photographer. I have the opportunity to start a part-time job at a "Olan Mills" type of studio. How much of a benefit do y... |
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Mother's Day: Better Photos of Kids & Teens
What props - if any - would you use for 3 girls ages 16, 15 and 12? Thanks!... |
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Make Your Own Backdrop or Background Stand
I was wondering: Has anyone tried making their own background stand or backdrop? If so, how did they turn out? I want to make both a backdrop and a background stand, but I'm on a budget! Plus, ... |
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High Key Photography
What is a "High Key" image?... |
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Products Shooting?
I'm new in photography and looking for help about product shooting for printing catalogue and Web sites. The products I want to shoot are medical/surgical instruments made of stainless steel, s... |
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Photographing Large Groups: Focus Issues
When photographing large groups, sometimes I have a hard time getting all of the people in focus. Any tips? It's digital SLR. Thanks!... |
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Taking Photos of Kids
Hi! My friend has asked me to take photos of her 3 grandchildren ages 8, 18 month and 4 month - the older two are boys. Can someone tell me the best poses for them, how I can keep their attention,... |
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Does Anyone Use These Umbrellas?
White Translucent Shoot-Through Umbrellas ... I have just bought 2 with a digital lighting kit and wanted to know the best way to use them. Thank you in advance!... |
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How to Shoot Silver Jewelrey
I'm using a Canon XTi SRL 10 meg. shooting silver jewelry. The silver always turns out with a gold cast. All the other colors of the jewelry (including a Kodak color chart) comes out right on. ... |
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Getting Catchlights in Subject's Eyes
Is there a sure-fire way to capture catchlights in a subject's eyes?... |
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Muslin Backdrops
I am intrested in finding out how to create photo muslin backdrops. My questions are: How or what to use for preparation of muslin? Also, what kinds of paints are recommended if using airbrush and ... |
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What Kind of Lights to Buy?
Hey, guys and gals...Can someone help me make a wise decision as to what lights to get for someone who has been shooting for about three years but has never used lights other then a flash. I am cur... |
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Instructions For Lighting Assembly
I recently purchased the following:Interfit Background Support SystemImpact 125oW 3-Light Mini Boom Kit w/CaseInterfit/Paterson Stellar Tungsten Soft Box Kit INT106None of these came with instructi... |
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Help Working with Toddlers
I have been having fun taking Christmas card portraits for my family and friends this year. My biggest challenge has been with those portraits that include cute toddlers. Does anyone have any tric... |
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Photo Shoot with a Newborn
Hi all,I have my first newborn (she's 1 month old) studio photo shoot next week and would appreciate any suggestions, tips on posing and any other ideas. Thanks. ... |
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Family Portrait Lighting
Hi there,I have been asked to take a family portrait for a friend of mine. I have done this in the past with some senior portraits and had some very nice results using natural window light (I have... |
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Photographing 3-Month-Old Twins
Hi!I am photographing 3-month-old twins. I have no clue what to do - I don't think they sit up. One baby I can do, but I have no experience with twins (only newborns). Any suggestions or props... |
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Taking Pictures of Products
Hello Everyone,I have a huge desire to be a really good photographer. I've done two weddings in the past four years and many events. A friend owns an upscale infant and children's boutique ... |
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Putting Together a Makeshift Studio
I was wondering if I could use regular light bulbs for a very small makeshift indoor studio. I am starting to experiment with studio portraiture but I don't know that much about it, nor do I w... |
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External Flash Bounce/Diffusion
I use a Nikon SB800 flash unit for weddings. When I have something to bounce the flash off of (ceiling, wall, etc.), I've had very nice results with soft lighting. However, I've had a hard ... |
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