CPC Blog : Ideas & Inspiration
Your DC Area Guide To Festive Places To Photograph the Holidays
December 10, 2025 | Category: Ideas & Inspiration
If you love capturing the holidays, check out all the photo ops in this guide. December transforms our city and surroundings to an incredibly festive location! Here's where to point your camera or smartphone to get those magical holiday shots.
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The Flip Side of the Govt Shutdown - Time For Photography
October 2, 2025 | Category: Ideas & Inspiration
The flipside of the Government Shutdown is that many of us have been handed an unexpected gift: free time. Who hasn’t wished that a week had 8 days? Or that a day had 26 hours?
If you’ve found yourself affected by the shutdown (or forced retirement or job loss) you now have that extra day or those extra hours. Use it to refocus, recharge, and invest in something that brings joy and challenge: photography.
Limiting Your Gear Might Make You a Better Photographer
May 15, 2025 | Category: Ideas & Inspiration | Category: | Gear & Tech
In a world filled with the latest cameras, endless lenses, and high-tech accessories, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that better gear will get you better photos. While quality equipment can certainly help, there’s a strong case to be made for doing more with less. In fact, limiting your gear might be one of the best things you can do to improve as a photographer.
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Remembering Bryan Peterson, A Photography Legend
April 24, 2025 | Category: Ideas & Inspiration
Some of you may have heard about the recent passing of one of the most incredible photography instructors I’ve ever had the chance to learn from: Bryan Peterson. Truly, the photography world lost a legend.
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9 Tips For Setting Your Photography Goals for 2025
January 1, 2025 | Category: Ideas & Inspiration
As we step into 2025, it's the perfect time to set meaningful goals for your photography. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your craft, here are 9 tips to help make this year the best yet.
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5 Tips For Festive Holiday Photos
December 19, 2024 | Category: Ideas & Inspiration
As you prepare to take photos this holiday season, consider some of these tips to add a little creativity in your shots!
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