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  How to Get Rid of Dark Eyes
This picture scanned darker than it is. In the original, the brightness is good throughout the picture expect under the adults eyes. How do I get rid of that, and have them as bright as the botto...
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July 23, 2004
 
  Good Places for Model Photography
I'm thinking of doing some photography shoots in nice scenic, but public places - of models. I was wondering what kinds of places other photographers have chosen or used as a good spot for mode...
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July 27, 2004
 
  Ideas for Shooting Ballerina Photos
I'm looking to take some photos of my daughter after her dance recital and wanted some different poses for her. Could anyone forward me some ideas other than the normal poses? Thanks....
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June 29, 2004
 
  Shooting Outdoor Portraits with Sun Overhead
Does anyone have any suggestions for shooting portraits (family or singles) with the sun directly over the subjects (pretty much 1 pm). The people want photos taken in that exact spot, so I can...
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June 16, 2004
 
  How to Ask Strangers If I Can Take a Photo of Them
I love watching strangers, passersby, and believe there are so many opportunities missed - in taking photos I mean. How do I best approach a stranger to ask if I can take a/some photos of them with...
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June 21, 2004
 
  Shooting Group Photos - What to Wear?
I am getting ready to set up a photo shoot for two high-level corporate groups (one with about seven people, one with about 15). What should I tell them to wear or not to wear for the photo?...
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September 09, 2005
 
  Glare on Eyeglasses
I have a son and husband who wear glasses and I am constantly getting a glare on their glasses when I take a photo of them. How do I prevent this? Right now I have an Olympus E 10 and just use th...
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January 05, 2004
 
  How To Photography a Group of 25
I am photographing an Anniversary party. They want a picture of the whole family (25 people). Which includes adults all the way down to a 2 year old. I have a black background (10.5x10.5) and a ...
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December 30, 2003
 
  Best Lens for Pro Portrait Photos
What's the best lens (in general) I should use to take pro quality portrait photos on an indoor type setting. I have a Canon EOS elan7 35mm camera.Thanks for you input everyone!...
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October 06, 2003
 
  How to Avoid Sun Glare
How can I reduce sun glare on a portrait (face)?How can I best avoid glow of sunlight in a person's hair, if I must take a photo with the sun slightly behind the person?...
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August 18, 2003
 
  Ideas For Shooting a Large Family Group
I have to shoot a family of twenty people, nine adults and eleven children. It will be outside in a yard, shaded by trees. I would like some ideas for posing possibilities. Any help would be app...
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May 18, 2005
 
  Best Backgrounds for School Photos
Please give me advice on choosing appropriate backgrounds for children taking school pics. Should I consider more the child's skin tone/eye color or clothing color?...
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January 24, 2006