13 Nov 08 Today on Twitter: 2008-11-13

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10 Nov 08 Today on Twitter: 2008-11-10

Keeping track of Photowalks http://tinyurl.com/6fgegg via @ShareThis #
RT @Camera_Review: Follow @photowalklist to stay informed about and share Photo Walks in your area. #
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10 Nov 08 Taking Your Show on the Road This Thanksgiving

The Thanksgiving holiday provides us an opportunity to pause and reflect upon the many joys in our lives. That week is also considered one of the busiest travel times of the year, requiring many to venture across state lines or even cross country to celebrate with loved ones.

Here are a few tips so you won’t have to spend a moment worrying about whether your camera is ready to capture those smiling faces around the banquet table.
Preparation Pays: Those Boy Scouts know what they’re talking about when they advise us to ‘be prepared.’ This is certainly true when it comes to digital camera batteries. Make sure to pack an extra set of AA batteries or an extra rechargeable battery (depending upon your camera’s requirements). It is a very small investment and can mean the difference between getting the shots you want and hoping a relative will send copies of her pictures to you after the event is over. Stop by our store or give us a call, and we’ll make sure you have the right battery for your needs. http://tinyurl.com/4g84j6

Lens Cloths Save Time Later: Keep a lens cloth in your camera bag and spend a few seconds cleaning your camera lens before you start shooting. Finding a recurrent smudge on your favorite Thanksgiving photos can make you feel a little less joyous, and cleaning your lens before the event is far less time consuming than trying to correct the images using a photo editing program later.

Try a Travel Charger: The digital camera travel charger may be one of the most important accessories you can keep in your camera bag. You don’t need to worry about keeping up with extra cables or other attachments because our PROMASTER XtraPower Traveler series of chargers have a built in switching power supply and a flip up plug. It’s a very compact and simple charger to use. The internal 110V - 240V power supply means you can use this charger worldwide; this combined with the compact size makes it PERFECT for the traveler. http://tinyurl.com/48wpvl

Bring the Right Bag: Not all camera bags are created equal, and cramming your camera and accessories into a backpack or briefcase isn’t always the best idea. For special family visits and vacations, it pays to pack your camera and accessories in a properly-padded camera bag. There are designs for every budget and style preference, and when it comes to getting ready for a trip, a camera bag is the one accessory that can keep all your gear properly organized and protected.

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07 Nov 08 Cooperative Kids Make Magnificent Photo Moments

by Laura Oles, Digital Photography for Busy Women

Children are notorious for being less-than-fully-cooperative when it comes to taking pictures. As the mother of twin boys, I marvel at how two kids who share the same DNA can still go opposite directions the moment my lens is in view. My theory is that this is a hidden skill kids learn in kindergarten—‘Picture Avoidance 101’—something taught between snack and recess.
With the Thanksgiving holiday approaching, now is the time to prepare a plan so your kids are the picture of cooperation when the time comes to take family photos. Take these techniques on your Thanksgiving trip, and return with some fantastic family photos:

To Go Faster, Slow Down: This may sound counterintuitive but it really does work. When you’re trying to arrange a photo of your children with other family members, our instinct is to hurry and try to get everything done as quickly as possible. If you can remain calm and unhurried during the posing process, little ones are more likely to sense that calm and remain in the same state of mind.

Bring on the Bubbles: Many professional photographers keep canisters of bubbles in their studio, and for good reason—they are a great way to elicit natural smiles from children while keeping them looking toward the camera.

Mean What You Say: If your kids had a quarter for every time they hear “just one more picture” when you’re snapping those shots, they’d probably have enough money for a Toys-R-Us bender. Let them know ahead of time what to expect by asking them to stay still for five photos in a row. When it’s time to say, “Just one more,” take the last shot and keep your word. Your kids may cooperate more in the future knowing that what to expect and when it will be over so they can go back to playing Freeze Tag.

Forget Perfection: Everyone might pose perfectly and they might not; the more people you have in a photo, the trickier it can be to achieve perfection. That’s okay. If someone is looking away or one of the little ones is a bit fidgety, don’t sweat it. You’ve still captured the true essence of your loved ones and the authenticity of their smiles will show though. And that, my friends, is true picture perfection.