Nicci Widener
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Finding your niche
Finding your niche in photography isn't always easy. Everyone has a story about how they came to love photography. → Read More
Photographer of the Day: Thomas Salinka
A photograph of a child that makes me smile will always be my favorite. This image, while not an obviously happy moment, shows the quiet tolerance of a little girl sitting still for the photographer. She obviously would like to be off doing something else, but yet she entertains the viewer for just a moment. → Read More
Review: “The Mask” eBook and Video Tutorials for ON1 Photo 10
Review: "The Mask" eBook and Video Tutorials for On1 Photo 10 → Read More
Photo of the Day: Untitled
Page’s image is intriguing and draws the viewer in. The boy’s expression makes the viewer wonder what he’s thinking and curious about him. The perspective is wonderful, as it’s down at his level. The leading line of the fence guides the eye to the boy. The overall warm tones are pleasing and complete the image. → Read More
Photo of the Day: He Thinks He’s An Airplane
Category: Children Photograph: He thinks he’s an airplane by Craig Hudson This photo is pure joy! The little boy’s expression is so adorable! His reflection on the floor adds depth, and… → Read More
Review: Photoboards from Sweet Pix
Recently, Sweet Pix reached out and requested a review of their 8” x 8” photo boards. These photo boards can be ordered directly from an iPhone through the Sweet Pix app, which is available on iTun… → Read More
Photo of the Day: Dreams
Category: Children Photograph: Dreams by Monty Montgomery I chose this photo because of it’s engaging quality, as you are peering through a window into this little girl’s dream world. T… → Read More
Photo of the Day: Little Boy Happily Drawing
Category: Children Photograph: Little Boy Happily Drawing by Gary Radler I chose this photo because the photo captures a perfect moment. The little boy is so engaged and consumed by creating, that ... → Read More
Photo of the Day: Out for a Walk
Category: Children Photograph: Out for a Walk by Brian Barbash Brian's image captured my attention with the subtle rim lighting on the boy. The choice of using a B&W conversion focuses the view... → Read More
Knitting Your Own Props for Newborns
One of the genres of photography that is experiencing massive growth and demand is newborn photography. I'm sure at some point, you have seen a tiny baby wrapped up tightly in a piece of cloth, lay... → Read More
Photo of the Day: Being Happy!
Category: Children Photograph: Being happy! by Anil Nagrani I absolutely love this image! Both the composition and subject are engaging and tell a story. The little girl's happiness is captured per... → Read More
Instagram Launches Multiple Account Management
Anyone who uses Instagram as a social media outlet for sharing personal images, as well as maintaining and building an audience for their business, knows that switching accounts can be a royal pain... → Read More
Photo of the Day: Liam
Category: Children Photograph: Liam by Ryan Shepard Ryan's image has wonderful connection. He captured the little boy's expression at just the right moment and as a viewer, I feel it is engaging an... → Read More
Photo of the Day: Newborn
Category: Children Photograph: Newborn by Robyn Edgar Kilponen of Blue Egg Photography The image of the day was chosen because it is so engaging. This little one has so much personality and the pho... → Read More
Utilizing the Crop Tool Overlay
The crop tool in Lightroom is a well-known tool, yet there is more to it than there may seem. Here I will show you how using overlays will make the crop tool more effective and useful. Once in Ligh... → Read More
Photo of the Day: Untitles
This image really caught my eye for a number of reasons. The photographer captured children playing in an area most would consider unsafe, while they seem unaware of his presence. It feels as if we are seeing a peek into their mischief. The punchy colors and strong contrast lends to the idea that they are playing a game where they shouldn’t be. → Read More
Photo of the Day: Declan
Category: Children Photograph: Declan by Ryan Shepard I originally chose this photo because the color grading is excellent. The little boy appears to have has his playtime interrupted and his expre... → Read More
Lens Distortion in Portraits
As a portrait photographer, I love getting a close, tight shot that really captures the personality of my subject. Understanding the limitations and effects your gear has on the final image is vita... → Read More
The Importance of Portraits
I tell anyone who listens that printing your photos is so incredibly important. Anything from snapshots of a sleeping child, to wedding photos and portraits need to be turned into tangible copies. ... → Read More
Every Photographer Has a Place
One of the most common posts I see in photography forums and groups are those upset about the prices other photographers are charging. While this may be a bit of a controversial post, I'd like to o... → Read More