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Smartphone Photography 101 helps you take better photographs with your phone

August 11, 2017 By Autumn

With so many people having smartphones, it’s of no surprise that people are using them to take pictures. There are a few things to keep in mind when taking photos with your phone. For one, always keep in mind composition and symmetry. Furthermore, photographing with an odd number or setting a picture up in a framed image can really make your pictures pop. These are just a few tips to really help you take great pictures!

Smartphone Photography 101 helps you take better photographs with your phone

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Bring the Outdoors In: 10 Naturally Gorgeous DIY Projects

August 11, 2017 By Autumn

There are simple ways to take those mementos from moments outside and garnish your home with flair and warmth and comfort and dignity by arranging or carefully placing a leaf or dried flower or other outdoor find in an object for display or in an arrangement you can add a delicate sense to your surroundings and further the sense of stability to keep you moving through the time.

Bring the Outdoors In: 10 Naturally Gorgeous DIY Projects

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8 Ways to Embellish and Decorate Your Layouts

August 9, 2017 By Autumn

There are lots of ways you can embellish the layout of your scrapbooking pages, and give your work some flair that is uniquely yours. Journalling cards or tags, your own handwriting, stickers, sequins and Washi tape can lend style to the space surrounding your photos. One thrifty and fun method can be to use remnants of 6×6 paper pads, and cut them to create mini-frames around photos. You can’t go wrong with some of these fun ideas!

8 Ways to Embellish and Decorate Your Layouts

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Portrait Tips: Consider the Background

August 9, 2017 By Autumn

Photographers spend a lot of time worrying about the background of their pictures, and where to shoot a photo in order to get that “perfect” background. But the real secret to a good portrait, says the author, is staying focused on the subject. Coordinate subjects in light clothing with light backgrounds (high key), or those in dark clothes with dark backgrounds (low key). Aim down or up at a subject to minimise surrounding distractions in the shot, and keep a lot of distance between the subject and the background in order to keep the background blurred.

Portrait Tips: Consider the Background

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