CPC Blog

Things To Consider Before Clicking The Shutter

March 26, 2014

The modern DSLR is an amazing tool that supplies immense control over our image making through a vast array of camera settings and options.  Once you leave the Auto or Program Mode, the options you need to keep track of really begin to stack up and can overwhelm the beginning photographer and even trip up the seasoned pro.

Consider the many options that are likely to change depending on your subject matter or shooting conditions.

The Right Light for any Venue

February 20, 2014

Perfect your lighting techniques and produce consistent images that reflect the event or wedding the way your clients envisioned it. Moshe Zusman shares his tips for creating perfect lighting for any venue.

Creatively Capturing Motion

February 13, 2014

Using fast shutter speeds can stop motion and prevent blurring but it can be great fun doing just the opposite. Using slow shutter speeds to intentionally blur moving subjects is one way to capture a creative image and convey motion whether real or illusionary.

Tips for Winter Camera Care

January 29, 2014

Cold weather shouldn't prevent you from getting outdoors to photograph, especially if there is snow. Don't miss taking pictures your kids sledding or building a snowman, or capturing beautiful winter scenes around the area.

Just make sure to take some precautions to protect your camera from damage that cold weather can cause.

Tips for Winter White Snow

January 1, 2014

Snow often fools our camera meters which results in dark photos with washed out graylooking snow. Follow these few tips for 'white' snow and beautiful winter compositions.

Shooting Color in Black and White

October 16, 2013

With the colorful Fall season upon us don't let your excitement be dampened or pout if nature provides us with a gloomy gray sky and horrible light to work with. The flat light and a gray sky gives us the opportunity to tune our eye and photograph in black and white.

The lack of color options will help transition your eye from seeing bright vibrant colors to noticing the deep shadows, shades of gray, streaks of light, and patterned textures. All will help develop your eye and improve your vision when you go back to shooting in color.