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“Fall” by Ellie Friedman

Ellie, one of my 7 year old twins, loves to write. She constantly writes stories and poetry. She dreams of someday being an author. I tell her she already is. She wrote this today and I wanted to share her poem with all of you. “Fall” by Ellie Friedman Cider, apples All day long, Children…

When You Use Actions Are You Cheating?

My daughter Jenna (age 7) was just watching me edit some pictures in Photoshop. She looked up at me and asked, “Are using actions in photoshop kind of like… cheating?” I said, “no – they are just a shortcut.” That got me thinking as I so often do when my kids ask me these deep…

A 7 Year Olds Advice on Photography and Photoshop…

So we are at dinner.  Ellie (7 yrs old) says, “Mommy, I know what photoshop action you should make next.”  I asked, “what?” She says excitedly, “you should make an action where it makes the people and the background both in focus so they are clear.”  I have come so far teaching them photography.  I…

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Thoughts on Well Known Photographers Breaking the Technical Rules of Photography

This is an opinion gathering post.  Please add your thoughts in the “comment section” of my blog. I am not a blog stalker, but I often do end up perusing websites and blogs of well known photographers to the photographic community. People often ask me how they can get their work to look like “x”…

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Snapshots: What Memories Are Made Of… A Really Fun Family Day

Why are you a photographer? For many, and at least for me, it is about capturing memories. I want to document life as it happens.  I do love portraits, but sometimes the most valuable pictures are not “portraits” – they are snapshots of life. This summer at a charity event, we bid on a Detroit…

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Your Camera Takes Great Pictures

I just got the following comment on my blog, “Your camera is incredible. Every time I see your pictures I am blown away. Truly beautiful.” If you were the writer, I do not mean any offense by quoting you…  I appreciate your compliment and I know you meant it as one.  I just need to…

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The Heidelberg Project – A MUST See Art Extravaganza

Friday I went with another photographer downtown to shoot. No models, just us and the city. I loved photographing the train station, the graffiti, sun flare off the tall buildings.  But one experience shined above the rest. I had an eye-opening opportunity to see a unique permanent outdoor art exhibit in Detroit called The Heidelberg…

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Fun Mac Photoshop Stuff from Photojojo

So I have had my “newest” mac for a few weeks now.  And I am enjoying it for the most part.  I am almost use to the keyboard and command versus control.  Certain quirky stuff is still getting to me.  I know it is “intuitive” but maybe not to me.  Deleting stuff is harder.  Yes…

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Where to Begin… My 1 Week Journey Owning a Mac

For those who follow me on Twitter or Facebook, you may have heard bits and pieces of this already.  For the rest of you, I thought since we have voting and discussing if I should get Mac or PC, that I should update you on the situation. After all the discussion, even though Mac “won”…

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Funny T-shirts – in light of my recent computer situation…

Just a quick post to share some funny t-shirts I saw online. I thought many of you would appreciate these:          

KISS – and not the mushy kind… A Quick Lesson for Everyone…

I cannot remember where I first hear about KISS.  But it was probably somewhere between my 1st kiss and now… As wikipedia explains “KISS stands for ‘Keep it Short and Simple,’ or the more recent and disparaging ‘Keep it Simple, Stupid.’” For our purposes here, it can mean both… My 2 recent experiences… Analysts try and…

What I decided… Mac versus PC?

Last week I did this poll on my blog asking readers if I should get a Mac or stay with PC.  No surprise that Mac won in the polls. I still have the poll open if you want to vote. I have not made a firm decision, but if you take the time to read…

Should I get a Mac or PC?

What computer should I get next? I would love your help choosing. I posed the question on this Facebook Thread – but it is hard to layout the whole picture in such few words. Currently I use a Dell Precision 17” high resolution laptop (fully loaded – well 2 years ago it was anyway…) Every…

Life Lesson – Be Thankful for What You Have – Appreciate Every Day

I know this is not photography related exactly but I had to share an experience I had this past week.  As some of you who read my newsletter may know, I am in the process of having a new website built with a full e-commerce system.  It is going to be amazing. I also decided to…

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Best Mother’s Day Gift Ever – Better Than a New Camera or Lens

Despite my allergies/asthma acting up making it hard for me to breathe, this Mother’s Day may go down as the best ever. My 7 year old twin girls made me the most special gifts ever – better than getting a new camera or lens.  Actually better than almost anything.  I just had to share with…

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Bribery – Do You Ever Bribe to Get Better Photographs?

I got to thinking today about “bribery.”  When I photograph my kids I often use bribes.  I have found them harmless – whether it is a dollar or a piece of candy or somewhere I promise to take them…  It works (well usually it does)… And they cooperate so I can get some cute shots. …

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12 Ways to be an MCP Fan that Rocks!

Jodi Friedman’s Profile  Here are 12 ways you can be an MCP Fan that ROCKS!: Read my blog via email subscription or RSS. Comment to my posts with opinions, comments, feedback or to expand on the subject Friend me on Facebook Join my Facebook Fan Club Page (NEW) and post to the wall and participate in discussions Join…

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8 Great iPhone Apps for Photographers

There are hundreds of apps that can be useful for photographers. I have only tried a few dozen.  But there are 6 that I use on a daily basis that I want to share with you, plus 2 more that my kids love (see how you can tie them into your photography). These apps are available…

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5 Silly Photos ~ Thank You All for Sharing ~ Plus Live From San Diego

We are on vacation this week in San Diego.  It has been kinda crazy.  Those of you who follow me on Facebook and/or Twitter may have already heard.  On Friday I went to my twins’ school for their Valentine’s Party.  In Ellie’s class, 7 kids were sent home sick with the stomach flu, and others had…

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Craziest Thing Happened to Me Last Night

1st I must apologize for not picking a winner yesterday.  I will pick both the winner of the “Happy Hat” and the “Off Camera Flash” Guide tonight. But here is a story worth reading, something that likely would only happen to me… We went to the North American International Auto Show Charity Preview black tie gala…

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In Memory of a Great Man – Papa D

This post is in memory of my Papa D.  He was my husband’s grandfather (and made me feel like he was mine too).  Papa D had a severe stroke Monday and passed away last night at 93 years of age.  He will be missed.  His smile.  His warm hugs.  His laughter and zest for life.  We will miss…

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