Thursday 30 October 2008

I'm no Anna Jones, but here's what I learned...

I don't have my own fancy camera, but I thought I better get out and take some pictures before I forget what Anna taught us at her Beginning Photo class. Anna is all about using only natural light. She taught us how to use Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO to get the best pictures without an unnatural flash. I LOVE playing with the aperture. The picture of Millie's stinky feet is my favorite of the bunch. I love that it's focused on her feet and that the rest of her is blurry. You can actually see the lint in between her toes and the dirt under her nails.


Okay mom, I'm done.


Oh, none of these have been edited in anyway and they were all taken with my father in laws Cannon at their house.

Thanks Anna for sharing your knowledge!

14 comments:

Hinton Family said...

I really don't understand how you get a good picture. I can't seem to get cute ones of my boys. They are always smiling too cheesy or too big or turning away or ignoring me. Anyway, Millie's hair is getting so long. I love it!

The Yarn Queen said...

You did an awesome job on the photos. I think you are on your way to fame. Keep up the good work.

Missy said...

Manda, I think you have a new calling in life. These pictures are beautiful! I especially like the one of Millie's feet. So great!

Danalisa said...

I LOVE the picture of her by the wall in the dress...so fall and such a great little smile! You have always taken nice pics...it's neat that you are enjoying learning some new things! =)

Jeremy said...

Amanda-fantastic pics, really! You're a natural!

Jodi said...

You've got skills, my girl. It doesn't hurt that your subject is just about the cutest little girl ever. Miss you guys. I'm learning a little bit of photography from your posts...please keep it up :)

McCall said...

i can tell a difference in the pics you have been taking lately. my sister is a photographer and she is all about the natural lighting as well - i love the look of both. but i think it takes more talent with natural light...? who is it that you are taking the class from? does she always do classes? i am hoping to get a new camera for christmas and from there start up with some lessons in photography.

Phoebe said...

Bravo, those are excellent. I was debating whether to post mine. My subject is Impossible.

Ames Family said...

I need to learn how to use my camera. It is 10 mega pixil canon and I can't do anything with it. Teach me.

Direct Buy...worth it if you are doing a lot of remodeling. We loved the tile discount. Furniture as well. I will email you.

And I love that you sis in law named her baby Linc!

Millie is such a big girl. Let's get together. I miss you.

Sar

vickersfam said...

Beautiful! even the stinky feet one. I think I need to take a class like this, and get a better camera, and remember to turn off my flash!

lindsay Roscoe said...

I really love the picture of her feet hanging over the bridge.

The Powell-Mirci Family! said...

I like 2,3&4 I think? Actually they are all good! Great job!

lindsay Roscoe said...

Yo, waiting on an update here

Mike and Me said...

I am so proud of you, you did a great job... by the way i really do love your subject material ya know?