In August, the lovely Emily Westbrooks invited me to join her blog for a month of photography tips. I happily jumped at the idea of sharing some of my tips with her readers. Check out the photo tips below and follow the link to read the full post on her blog. While you're over there, be sure to check out her great travel tips, crafts, and so much more on From China Village.
Vacation Photography
I’m just back from a wonderful vacation in Kauai – so there’s no better time to share what equipment I tend to bring, share lessons I’ve learned in the past, and share some images. I’ve pulled not only a few images from my recent vacation, but some very old images from my first trip to Ireland where I used my camera for the first time! Read More...
http://fromchinavillage.com/2011/08/karas-photo-tips-vacation-photography/
Indoor Lighting
Whether it’s a birthday party, pet, or a gorgeous dish, there are many reasons I find myself taking photographs indoors. Usually there’s little control over the light source we use indoors – we’re limited to lamps, overhead lights, or window light if we’re lucky. Have you ever noticed how some indoor images can look yellow or blue? Maybe you’ve never noticed. I know that I didn’t realize this until I learned about White Balance. Read More...
http://fromchinavillage.com/2011/08/karas-photo-tips-indoor-lighting/
The Best Light
As a photographer, light can be your best friend and your worst enemy. I find the best light in the early morning or late evening, and the most difficult light during the middle of the day when it is strongest. Let’s take a look at several images and break down what worked and what didn’t work. Read More...
http://fromchinavillage.com/2011/08/karas-photo-tips-light-bad-to-good/
Moving to Get the Best Shot
One valuable tip I learned and continue to practice is, when you find a subject to photograph, never be satisfied with the first image. The key is to move around your subject and to capture it at every possible angle. This will help push your creativity and it’s sure to help you create some great images. Read More...
http://fromchinavillage.com/2011/08/new-series-karas-photo-tips/

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