Photographing Kids
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As parents, we all want “perfect” photos of our kids. But rather than posing kids
and telling them to say “cheese” for the camera, try to capture genuine moments as they are happening. It’s so much more fun and fulfilling looking back at “real” photos that capture your kids as they are, rather than a posed shot that says nothing about the personality of your child. Konul Rosario • The Light Within Photography • www.thelightwithinphoto.com (Victoria)
Michelle Loewen • Michelle Loewen Photography • www.figandclover.ca
Mainstage Camp 7 to 14 years July 8 – 12 & Aug 19 – 23
Nurturing and developing young peoples potential through dance, drama and singing
There is something truly magical
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about being able to capture children in play that freezes the moment and allows the viewer of the photo to be present in the story. Just as the gift of storytelling or writing must be cultivated and practiced, the gift of photographic storytelling can also be practiced. Here are a few simple tips. • Capture authentic emotions; these are the key to storytelling. • Be candid, so you allow for spontaneity and the emotions to be real. • Take pictures often; the more you do the more creative you will become and the more natural it will feel to be taking photos. • Use natural light; soft indirect or at dusk. It will make your photos more interesting, I promise. Michelle Loewen • Michelle Loewen Photography • www.figandclover.ca (Victoria)
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Family Summer Guide
Konul Rosario • The Light Within Photography • www.thelightwithinphoto.com
Getting kids to sit still for a photograph is about as easy as putting boots on a snake. So don’t even bother trying. Instead, take the advice of five talented Vancouver Island photographers— Sheri Jackson, Michelle Loewen, Ute Muller, Konul Rosario and Erin Wallis—and you’ll be taking top-notch shots in no time.
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