Hey ya’ll, thanks for stopping by the blog today! Are you currently in a creative slump because life has gotten in the way and schedules aren’t working out? I feel you, it happens from time to time! You will always here me preaching, “shoot everyday!” In order to shoot everyday you don’t need to rely on having a model or a makeup team. There are simple ways for you to (...)
Summertime is in full force and July 4th is finally upon us! For many of us, that means backyard bbq’s, beach days, baseball games or even an epic road trip up the coast. However you are spending your Independence Day, remember it’s about creating memories with your loved ones! Katrina and Karena from ToneIt Up and I partnered to create a festive holiday guide for your holiday backyard (or beach) (...)
When I first started out as a photographer I was shooting a lot of headshots. I was doing some trade work with model agencies in Los Angeles with “Fresh Faces” and was able to practice my techniques on my husband. Over the years I’ve found my rhythm when it comes to taking a successful headshot. If this is something you’re struggling with, here are my top 3 tips!
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Are you getting pressure from your mom or mother in law to cough up new photos of their grandkids? After all, it's time for them to update their family photo wall! The idea of getting your little ones to sit and smile nicely for the camera probably seems impossible because they spend most of the day calling each other "doody head." Here's 3 tips on how to get those loving (...)
BTS: Behind the Scenes. Have you ever fallen in love with a photo so much and you wonder how in the world it was captured?! The popularity of BTS videos/ photos has caught on to almost every production. For some companies it’s their way to have a new marketing tool or for photographers it’s simply a way to show their fans and/or potential clients how much work went into a (...)
Hey ya'll In this video I share 3 Tips for photographing products! My favorite tips is the last one! I would love to hear what you think and if you have any tips for photographing products.
Stay Inspired!
Jana
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When it comes to building your camera kit there are many options and you may not know where to start. A good go-to focal length to have in your bag is the 50mm. It’s a great length that isn’t too wide or tight and is equivalent to how the human eye sees. Depending on your budget Canon has a few different options for you!
The perk of a prime lens (...)
When shooting “normal” people, it can be hard to capture their real emotion. If they’re not full time models it can be very nerve wrecking! Here are some tips on how to help your subject feel a little more comfortable in front of the camera!
Tip 1: Location Location Location!
Choose a location that is a little more secluded with less foot traffic. This way it will allow your subject (...)
Getting a great shot on your iPhone can sometimes be tricky! When you don’t have the same kind of control as you do on your dSLR you will need to be a little more tech savvy.
Tip 1: Exposure & Focus
When shooting on your iPhone or other smart phone, pay attention to your exposure and where the camera is focusing. Tap the screen to change where you want the (...)
shad·ow
/ˈSHadō/
A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.
As photographers we're all taught the beauty in a photograph is the lighting. While this is very true don't overlook the beauty of the shadows! Shadows can add excitement, create drama or accentuate details. Here are a few tips to add that extra oompf to your images!
Tip 1: Creates Drama
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