Dirija a los Fotografos de los Ninos las Tecnicas

¿Usted se ha preguntado nunca cómo los fotógrafos de los niños hacen que sus retratos parecen tan profesionales?  No importa si haya un niño o cuatro o más, o incluso si una familia entera está en el retrato, miran siempre, “derecho.”  Bien, utilizan algunas reglas básicas, o guías, para crear estas imágenes atractivas. Este artículo va a explicar estas reglas junto con diagramas para ayudarle a alcanzar sus propios retratos que se compongan del mismo modo que como lo hacen los fotógrafos de los niños profesionales.  (more…)

Declaracion del Artista – RGB: Exposicion del Diseno Grafico

Abajo está la declaración del artista del diseñador fotográfico, Roey Bannon.
Las imágenes de Digitaces son una herramienta de gran alcance que permite al diseñador gráfico realzar el texto con el fin de la persuasión. (more…)

How To Shoot Macro Photography

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Sheep and Border Collie Video – Amazing!

Watch this amazing video and see what a border collie, a sheep herder and some amazing technology can do with a little too much time on their hands! 

Every time I see this video it reminds me of how smart dogs are and that we can have an amazing relationship with them.

Border Collies love to run and they are so good at it.

They are fast and are happiest when you give them a job to do.

This dog works to help his master with the heard.

This sheep and border collie video is amazing and one of my favorites.

Digital Photography Lessons – The Frame

One of the first and most important of the digital photography lessons to master is mastering the picture frame.  By this I mean the edges of the image, not the container that holds the image!

It is important to keep your subject aligned with the imaginary lines of the “Rule of Thirds.”  Also important is the orientation of the frame.  Experiment with horizontal and vertical versions of the same image.  This is a GREAT exercise to push your composition skills.

Soon you will develop a feel for the balance between subject matter and background, as well as train yourself to get out of the “standard” rut.  (For some that is always shooting horizontal images, for others it is always shooting vertical images.)  You will be surprised at how quickly your images improve with this “homework.”

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Another exercise that will help improve your photographs is to photograph the same subject in different ways.  Take a close-up shot as well as a wide-angle shot.  Shoot at least three different details of the main subject.  With this exercise it is important to shoot, “full frame.”

In this day of digital photography and digital darkroom cropping, we seem to have lost this technique (and talent.)  By forcing yourself to shoot “full frame” you stretch your skills as a photographer and artist.  This forces you to really consider all of the elements within the viewfinder.

Once you have a strong base of this skill, it is fine to break away from it; establishing the skill first is the key to improving the quality of your digital photographs.  If you liked digital photography lessons – the frame, you may also enjoy Portrait Photography Tips, another great source to improve your skills as a photographer.

Digital Camera Tripod

Below are some images I took using various Tripod, Monopod, mount, and clamp equipment to stabilize the camera for a better shot. (more…)

Photography Gadgets

Photography gadgets are little tools that can make a huge difference in the type and quality of your images.

Most of the items suggested range from low-budget to high-end items, and within each category you can find a variety of price points, depending on style, quality, name brand, and features.

Some of my favorite items are listed below.

I’d love to hear about your experiences with them, and if you have any other suggestions please leave a comment to share.

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• Tripods & other Stabilizer Equipment: Monopods, tripods, and other gadgets that stabilize your camera for shooting are essential to any photographer’s kit. They come in quite a variety of styles and sizes.

There is not one right or wrong item to choose.

The key is to identify what your purpose for using one is.

Do you primarily take landscape photographs, action shots, rough terrain, portraits, indoors or outdoors?

I will post a separate article on the subject since there is a lot to consider, and so many types to choose from.

• Straps: There are a lot of straps available on the market. My favorite is the stabilizer strap.It distributes the weight of the camera off of my neck and onto my shoulders. Also, when not shooting, it keeps the camera close to my body so it doesn’t “fly” around when I move. It has easy connect/disconnect connections.If you have back or neck issues I suggest you include this item in your kit. Other straps to consider include quick release, padded, non-slip, heavy duty, hand-held, leather, breathable (mesh) and metal.Of course, your individual needs and use situations will determine which strap is best for you.




• Close-Up Lens Set: It’s hard for me to discuss these without getting really excited! They are so much fun. Just take a look at the image below and you will get an idea of the possibilities you can have with this little tool. I will write a separate article on this great gadget.




• Spray Bottle: Adds interest to objects and reflects light.
• Emergency Poncho: Great if you get caught in unexpected bad weather with your camera gear exposed.
• Toys: Little toys to distract and amuse kids. Also connects you with the child.
• Lens Brush: I prefer a lens brush as first action before other cleaning such as with lens tissue. Some come with a bulb to press air through the bristles for better cleaning.
• Vest: A photographer’s vest is better than a camera bag for a lot of reasons; however, they are not for everyone. Vests and camera bags are like women’s purses. There are many great styles and features, but don’t work for everyone. I will post a separate article on this subject soon.




• Multi-tool: This does not have to be a name brand, such as the Swiss Army Knife, nor does it have to be expensive. It just needs to have some basic tools that come in handy in the field, such as a scissors, knife, screwdriver, pick, and pliers.
• Cheat Sheet: I have a cheat sheet for every camera I use. I believe in letting others use my equipment when they show interest, especially young people. Having the cheat sheets in my camera bag allows me to visually explain the basics of some operations of the camera. They are also a great quick reference to remember functions that are not used often.

• Reflectors: There are many different types and styles of reflectors. I keep a small, foldable reflector in my kit. It pops up open and has a silver side and a gold side. They are available with other colors too, as seen in the image below. I use mine to get a little more light on specific areas of interest in the frame, such as on a flower, or on a person’s eye. This is probably the best tip for a gadget to increase the quality of your images with very little expense, weight, or effort. This is one gadget you must never do without.

Norman Collapsible Reflector 5-in-1 – 32″

I hope this list inspired you to go out, get creative with photography gadgets, and take great pictures.