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Ron Kimball: Puppies, Kittens & Bears Oh My!
Lynne Eodice  |  Oct 01, 2004  |  First Published: Sep 01, 2004  | 

All photos by Ron Kimball

 

A veteran photographer of 25 years who specializes in automobiles and animals, Ron Kimball is possibly the most published calendar and poster photographer in the country. He markets his work through Ron Kimball Stock, which features over 500,000 of his...

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Point & Shoot: Photographing the Holidays
Lynne Eodice  |  Dec 01, 2003  | 

 

 

 

Holidays present a seemingly endless number of great photo opportunities: Fourth of July parades, colorful Easter Lilies, Christmas lights at night, or costumed children going trick-or-treating. At these special times of the year, have your camera ready for both planned photos and candids.

And don't be afraid of taking...

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Point & Shoot: Picturing Your Pet
Lynne Eodice  |  Oct 01, 2003  | 

 

 

 

 

Many of us have pets that share our home and are considered to be members of the family. If you enjoy photography, naturally you'll want to take pictures of your furry friends. Great-looking pet images can be achieved without having to invest in expensive photo gear. In fact, a lightweight point-and-shoot camera is a...

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Money-Making Photo Ideas
The Editors  |  Sep 01, 2003  | 

Some ways to help offset the cost of your favorite pastime

There are lots of way to make money in photography, including selling and trading photo gear, processing film and making prints for other photographers, scanning images (slides, negatives and prints) and putting them on CDs for others, retouching photos, copying and restoring old photos, collecting collectible photographs...

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Great Kid Shots
Lynne Eodice  |  Aug 01, 2003  | 

When it comes to photographing kids, remember that they just want to have fun. As children have a short attention span, you'll get more-cooperative photo subjects if they're having a good time. Get involved with kids' activities: play games with them, read stories, or whatever they're doing so that they get used to your presence, and can be themselves...

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Chris Ameruoso: Photography Gone to the Dogs
Lynne Eodice  |  Jul 01, 2003  | 

All photos by Chris Ameruoso unless otherwise indicated

 

By the end of 1998, Chris Ameruoso found himself at a major crossroad. As someone who had spent most of his youth performing in a family rock band, he had moved to Los Angeles about 10 years previously "with a dream of music." Then suddenly he switched gears, and found his calling shooting portraits of...

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Point & Shoot: Photographing Fun
Lynne Eodice  |  Jun 01, 2003  | 

 

 

 

Beyond simply shooting someone's portrait, taking a picture of a concept like "fun" can be a real challenge. A photograph that makes a statement like this must make its point immediately—the viewer should get the message at first glance, and not have to guess at what you're trying to say.

The...

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Seattle Through the Eyes of Youth
Lynne Eodice  |  Mar 01, 2003  | 

Seattle--as seen through the eyes of 35 children from local Boys & Girls Clubs--was interpreted on film and culminated in a gallery event at the Seattle Art Museum on November 19, 2002. Corbis--a leading provider of digital images based in Bellevue, Washington--made the whole project happen. This organization partnered with five Seattle-area Boys &...

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10 Fun Self-Assignments
The Editors  |  Dec 01, 2002  | 

It's back—our annual collection of ideas to keep you and your camera happily occupied for hours.

1. Don't Go Anywhere Without It!
It's a photographic truism that you can't get the picture if you don't have a camera. How many times have you missed out on a great shot—or at least, a nice record of something...

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Photographing the Holidays
Lynne Eodice  |  Nov 01, 2002  | 

Holidays provide many types of photo opportunities, ranging from candids of your family and friends enjoying seasonal activities to holiday parades and decorative displays. Keep your camera handy and loaded with film or a memory card so you won't miss anything.

When photographing your loved ones...

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Point & Shoot: Great Pet Photos
Lynne Eodice  |  Mar 01, 2002  | 

Great Pet Photos With Your Compact Camera

As with children, it's best to shoot pictures of pets at their level. This means lying on the floor or on the ground in most cases. It's the best way to capture the animal's expression, and reveals something about what the world is like from their...

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Easy Portrait Tips
The Editors  |  Apr 01, 2001  | 

You don't need a studio or fancy equipment to shoot fascinating portraits. Here are 10 tips to help you make better photos of family and friends, whether you shoot with film or digital cameras.

1. Avoid Midday Sunlight

Midday sun is too harsh, and comes from too high an angle, to produce a flattering portrait. It...

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