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Compared to existing, which are equipped with non-interchangeable lenses and smaller image sensors, Micro Four Thirds is intended to offer a compact solution with interchangeable lenses and the larger sensor used by Four Thirds DSLRs. Micro Four Thirds cameras are smaller and lighter than Four Thirds and DSLRs, but larger and heavier than compacts. [Read [...]

I was researching services that offer an integrated system so my clients could review and order their own prints online when I came across Zenfolio. Zenfolio is a hosting service for photographers to organize, present, print, and sell their work online using elegant designs. Zenfolio combines the best online photo viewing experience with a [...]

“Having used both GIMP and Adobe Photoshop I must say I personally believe GIMP is much better for common folks like you and me who need a relatively simpler set of tools to make quick edits to our Vacation pictures. Photoshop is undoubtedly more useful graphic designers, however for making quick tweaks, nothing beats [...]

If you just got a new camera for Christmas, check out Darren Rowse’s (of Digital-Photography-School.com) list of photography tips and techniques that new camera owners might like to work through. Some are very basic while others go a little deeper.
Topics covered:
Introductions to Useful Modes and Settings on Your Digital Camera
Other Basic Camera Techniques
Camera Care and [...]

100 Photography Tips in 100 Days Join the million-plus photographers who’ve visited the original two seasons of 100 in 100 and have learned and improved their photography. These tips are mostly short, all informative, and designed to help any photographer improve their skills…one day at a time. And be sure to catch up on the [...]

I think I forgot to mention that in January this photo of mine was used in an article on the New York Times online edition. Working Women Say Their Marriage Is Richer For It – NYTimes.com
Then, it was printed in the International Herald Tribune, the Global Edition of the New York Times. I’d love to [...]

“F.A.Q. – Why should I worry about dust on my sensor?
1) If you shoot macro or landscapes, a clean sensor is a must because dust will start to show even at f/8. As you stop further down to get more DOF, dust bunnies will become extremely obvious in your skies and light backgrounds.
2) What happens [...]

“The ultimate accessory for kids, the photo-shy, street photography or any time you want natural, unposed shots.
Meant to fit the end of your SLR’s zoom lens, this guy has a secret cut-out on the side and a precision mirror assembly inside. In short, you can shoot left, right, up, or down (it swivels 360 degrees), [...]

So, a contact of mine, Brian Auer, recently mentioned JPG magazine in his blog, Epic Edits. So I, too, checked it out and signed up. If you’re an aspiring photographer, I suggest you head on over, sign up, participate in this community, and submit your photos to themes to, hopefully, see yourself in print!
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What a perfect session!
A well behaved 3 month old, and a beautiful family.