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  1. I like to call myself a natural light photographer…but once in a while I have to turn on a lamp. Me too. I loved photography before I began blogging. Fun fun fun! Sheila

  2. I'll have to agree with you on 'No Flash'. I never ever use it either since it just gives such a harsh look to the photo and you can always tell that it's a 'flash' photo. We have a naturally dark interior to our home due to all windows being on the north and south sides of our house, and both sides have a covered porch, so the light is limited. But do I use a flash? Nope…. I simply open up every single drape/curtain and turn on as many lamps and overhead lights and then take the shot. I REALLY dislike flash photos. Oh, and also, if I am not getting the clarity I want… on my pocket camera, I simply aim, depress the button halfway and allow it to focus, and THEN take the shot, sometimes I get more clarity. Another trick if taking an outdoor shot and not getting the light you want, point the camera to the sky, depress button lightly and then lower the camera to what it is you are taking a photo of and snap the shot. This sometimes adds light to an outdoor photo on a cloudy day… I have both a pocket camera and a dslr Canon Rebel and usually use my pocket camera. Another thing to think about in getting a better photo is to check your battery. When a battery starts to wear out, even when fully charged you may not get a good photo. Just a few ideas. xo

  3. Great tips Brenda! Blogging has helped me pay more attention to how my photos look. Especially the background. I've learned to check for "stuff" like socks, the vacuum cleaner hose or a random kid walking by 🙂 It's so frustrating when a picture looks great except for a little thing that I missed. As for lighting, I love auto!!! I had to learn a little bit about manual to take photos inside the house. It's still tricky but I manage. I have better success if I use my tripod when I'm on manual. My son just installed light room on my computer. II don't think it's user friendly. Or maybe it's just me… Do you use filters or edit any of your photos? That's where I need help. My photos are okay but I think they lack something?? Crispness maybe.

  4. Great tips Brenda! Blogging has helped me pay more attention to how my photos look. Especially the background. I've learned to check for "stuff" like socks, the vacuum cleaner hose or a random kid walking by 🙂 It's so frustrating when a picture looks great except for a little thing that I missed. As for lighting, I love auto!!! I had to learn a little bit about manual to take photos inside the house. It's still tricky but I manage. I have better success if I use my tripod when I'm on manual. My son just installed light room on my computer. II don't think it's user friendly. Or maybe it's just me… Do you use filters or edit any of your photos? That's where I need help. My photos are okay but I think they lack something?? Crispness maybe.

    1. I went back to that park today. The colors were different than they were just last week. I had a ball! Cheap entertainment!

  5. I knew absolutely nothing about photography just a few months ago. I am learning more and more every day. Like you, Brenda, I use the smart setting on my camera. And I hate using the flash!!

    These photos are lovely – my absolute favorite is the fish – the movement in that photo is incredible!!

    1. Today at the park I stood, held down the button to focus and swept the landscape looking for great shots while holding it down. Sometimes I get some great ones that way.

  6. I really enjoy photography too even though I am a total amateur. There's just something about it that taps into my creative side. Your pictures are always gorgeous, Brenda!

    1. I'm just self-taught. I look for everything. Texture. The way a couple of leaves look against the landscape. I focus on one thing, then move a bit, and focus again and they change places. One blurs out; the other comes into focus. Great way to find new shots.

  7. When I first started blogging, I can honesty say that I knew nothing about photography. Thankfully, my high schooler was taking a class and she fed me the basics! I have to say that I have fallen in love with the process and even though I still have tons to learn, you're right, I have found it to be very relaxing and enjoyable. Your pics are always beautiful!

    1. I'm usually an inpatient person. But when I'm in the midst of photographing images, I take my time. I take it all in.

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