CPC Blog

10 Tips For Holiday Smartphone Photos

December 18, 2019

With the rush of the holidays, our photography sometimes takes a back seat. While out with family and friends (who are not photographers) carrying our gear is too cumbersome, and finding our composition and setting our exposure takes away from our time with them. However, having your phone camera handy allows us to capture those fleeting family moments and the magic of the holiday season no matter where we are or who we’re with.  

Here are a few tips to help you get your best shots.

Memories from Tuscany Workshop

November 7, 2019

It’s been just 2 weeks since our Workshop in Tuscany ended and not a day goes by that I’m not reminiscing about the amazing experience it was. From the workshop participants, the first-class resort where we stayed, the kind and friendly people we encountered everywhere we went, the amazing food and wine, to the gorgeous landscapes and beautiful light we had to work with. Our Tuscan workshop was fantastic!  

Tips For Exciting Fall Photos

October 10, 2019

October rolls in and we find ourselves full swing in the most colorful season; autumn. It’s such a fun time to photograph and the opportunities are endless so have your camera ready and be prepared for any opportunity.

Here are a few tips to help you capture the best of the season.

The Photographers Notebook Podcast

September 25, 2019

Growing Capital Photography Center has been quite a journey! My interview on The Photographers Notebook Podcast is now live so give a listen to learn more about my story and Capital Photography Center. I'm thrilled to have been interviewed and hope you enjoy the episode.

8 Tips for Night Photography

September 19, 2019

It’s exciting to photograph at night and now that the days are getting shorter it makes it easier to shoot and still get home at a reasonable hour.

Downtown areas provide some of the best opportunities for night photography because they include colorful and sometimes funky neon signs that beg to be photographed. Memorials and Monuments also provide beautifully lit scenes that can convey powerful emotions or make dramatic statements if captured well.

Consider these 8 tips for capturing night scenes;

8 Tips For End Of Summer Photos

August 29, 2019

It's Labor Day weekend and that means the end of our precious summertime. It's the perfect time to grab your camera and snap a few more memories. Whether your plans take you to the beach, the mountains, or a backyard barbecue, here’s hoping you’ll capture some exciting images from this last “last hoorah” weekend.