Fun In February

Sorry that it has been so long since my last Blog. My husband, Tim, has been laid up with a bad knee so that has kept me extra busy. He might have to have another Knee Replacement which is not fun.
Last weekend I was able to attend the Rock A Billy Reunion Car Show. It is different than any other car show I have been to. It features a Pin Up Girl Contest. One of the sponsors is a Tatoo Parlour so there was a lot of people with "Body Art". Here is a link for more information about the show.
http://www.lakehavasurockabillyreunion.com/

I was able to shoot the annual Winter Blast Pyrotechnic Show. It is sort of a trade show for people in the industry so you get to see all the new and different Firework displays. Here is a link to some of my shots.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/26332264@N03/8490391428/

Here is an article explaining how you can customize your settings on your SLR camera
http://www.popphoto.com/how-to/2012/11/20-simple-ways-to-customize-your-camera
This article will help you when shooting landscapes.
http://www.photographyblogger.net/four-ways-to-create-balance-in-landscape-photography/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+photoblggr+%28Photography+Blogger%29
If you like the convience of printing your photos at home, you need to be aware of the importance of the paper you use. I have been told you should you use the same brand of paper as your printer. Be sure it is Photo Paper. I like the matte finish and satin better than the glossy but this is just a matter of taste. Check out this article for more tips on choosing your paper:
http://www.picturecorrect.com/tips/choosing-photo-paper-for-photography-printing/
For those of you in the Midwest there is still space available in March for a vacation to Ixtapa, Cancun, Punta Cana or Jamaica. If you would like a break from winter give me a call.
Here is today's Thought For The Day:
"Nothing can make our life, or the lives of other people more beautiful than perpetual kindness." by Leo Tolstoy
Courtesy of the Happiness Project.

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Becky McGuire, CTC, MCC

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Photography Blog

For all of you who are still shooting on Auto only, this article is for you.  It will explain all those mysterious symbols on the dial of your camera.  On some cameras there is a Scene Mode that has some of these as well.  Take a walk on the wild side and try some of these settings.
http://digital-photography-school.com/finding-your-way-around-the-mode-dial?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DigitalPhotographySchool+%28Digital+Photography+School%29
Photography articles use a lot of jargon that can be confusing when you are trying to learn how to do different Photography techniques.  This article will help you to understand the terms used in Photography Industry:
http://digital-photography-school.com/deciphering-photo-jargon-learn-to-speak-photographer?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DigitalPhotographySchool+%28Digital+Photography+School%29

I am truly amazed by some of the new Smart Phones that are out on the market.  The camera quality is very impressive.  I know a lot of people who have quit using their cameras and use only their phone to take pictures.  This article will give you some tips to improve your shots using your phone or your camera.
http://www.picturecorrect.com/tips/top-10-mobile-photography-tips/
Now that you have taken all these awesome photos, you will want to print them out.  You can have them done by a photo lab or print them at home.  For me, I like the instant gratification of being able to print them at home.  Be sure your printer is a Photo Printer. Make sure you are using a high quality photo paper and you are using the correct settings.  If you are in the market to buy a new Photo Printer here is an article that will help you pick the right one.
http://dpmag.com/how-to/tip-of-the-week/pick-the-perfect-photo-printer-2-11-13.html?utm_source=newslettertotw&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=DPTOTWeNews_021113
If you looking some ideas for your next Photo Shoot,  click on the link below for some ideas.
http://digital-photography-school.com/deciphering-photo-jargon-learn-to-speak-photographer?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DigitalPhotographySchool+%28Digital+Photography+School%29

Today's Thought For The Day:
"Great Photography is about depth of feeling not Depth Of  Field." by Peter Adams
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February Feature

I hope your week is off to a good start.  I am starting to work on our income taxes which is not my favorite task.  I have it all sorted out but I need to add up our deductions.  I will be glad when the job is done.
Here is an article about using your on camera flash.  I very seldom use my flash anymore because it has such a harsh light.  Once you understand the different types and colors of light this will make more sense to you.
http://www.dpmag.com/how-to/tip-of-the-week/five-on-camera-flash-tips-2-4-13.html?utm_source=newslettertotw&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=DPTOTWeNews_020413
Here is some inspiration for all of you who live in the Northland. 
http://www.photographyblogger.net/30-pictures-of-snowy-winter-roads/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+photoblggr+%28Photography+Blogger%29
This article is about a Photographer who drove from the East Coast on sections of the Historic Route 66.  This is a trip I would like to take.  There so many cool little towns on Route 66 and there are lots of old buildings to shoot.  I am adding this trip to my bucket list.  Enjoy:
http://www.tamron-usa.com/enews/archives/2013/jan213_gerrity.php

Here are some examples of some great Black and White photos.  You notice a lot more detail when without the color to distract you. 
http://www.photographyblogger.net/beautiful-black-and-white-photos-by-keith-dotson/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+photoblggr+%28Photography+Blogger%29
Today's Thought For The Day:
"When people bother you in any way, it is because their souls are trying to get your divine attention and your blessing." by Catherine Ponder
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Becky McGuire, CTC, MCC
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