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    There are so many cute options for camera bags and straps these days. Which would you choose? There are a…
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    I rented two wide angle lenses this week: a Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM and a Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X…
  • Documenting Your Baby in a Monthly Photo Series

    This post on photography tips is brought to you by your fellow photo lovers at Shutterfly. They encourage you to…
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    Babies are awesome. When they're sleepy, you can put them down, run downstairs to cut out some barbells from construction…
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    This post on photography tips is brought to you by your fellow photo lovers at Shutterfly. They encourage you to…
  • Upgrading from a Basic Canon Rebel DSLR

    I've been focusing a lot on photography lately. I learned how to use my camera in manual mode as part…
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    Wide Angle Lenses

    I rented two wide angle lenses this week: a Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM and a Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX. I wanted…

    June 23, 201143 comments
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    Documenting Your Baby in a Monthly Photo Series

    This post on photography tips is brought to you by your fellow photo lovers at Shutterfly. They encourage you to capture your memories and share…

    June 7, 201174 comments
  • Parenting, Photography

    Olde-Timey Muscle Man

    Babies are awesome. When they’re sleepy, you can put them down, run downstairs to cut out some barbells from construction paper, grab your camera, arrange…

    June 5, 201116 comments
  • Library, Photography, Shutterfly Sponsorship

    Five Important Tips for Photographing Your Home

    This post on photography tips is brought to you by your fellow photo lovers at Shutterfly. They encourage you to capture your memories and share…

    May 31, 201177 comments
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    Upgrading from a Basic Canon Rebel DSLR

    I’ve been focusing a lot on photography lately. I learned how to use my camera in manual mode as part of my Thirty Before 30…

    May 9, 201199 comments
  • Photography, Shutterfly Sponsorship

    Taking Great Photos of Kids

    I’m working with Shutterfly on a sponsored three-part series to share some of my favorite photography tips with you. Over the next few weeks I’ll…

    May 6, 201131 comments
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