7 Tips for Taking Great Maternity Photos

  Maternity photos are a wonderful way to document your life during pregnancy. Hopefully, you're enjoying the glow of pregnancy and want to capture it....

How to Take Photos of Your Children in Full Sun

  Summer photography is full of childhood memories just waiting to be captured such as children splashing at the pool, kids playing at the local...

Getting to Know Your Camera: Focusing and Focal Points

Take a look  into your viewfinder. How many focal points do you have? 9,11, 18, more? Whatever the case, the number of focal points a...

Creative Monthly Baby Pictures Capture Baby’s 1st Year

Monthly baby pictures capture memories for years to come, while you can share them on social media instantly with friends and family. The trend...

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NIKON CAMERA: DSLR BUTTONS

  Did your husband upgrade your point and shoot camera to a Digital SLR this Mother's Day? Or have you been using a DSLR for...

Fun & Easy Valentine’s Day Photoshoots to Do with Your Kids

You needn't trek to a professional studio to get great photos of your kids during holidays. Save your money for professional photos during the...

How to Take Great Family Vacation Photos

  What comes to mind when you think about your next family vacation? Fun? Excitement? Adventure? Now, look back at the photos you took during...

Maternity Photo Inspiration: Sand Dunes Photos

If you are lucky enough to live near sand dunes when you are expecting, you might want to consider this maternity photo inspiration and...

Creative Senior Photo Ideas

  If you are the parent of a teenager, you probably know how important senior photos are. Each summer, newly crowned high school seniors start...

How to Photograph Your Child’s Birthday Party

  Children's birthday parties are so much fun. They're full of color, energy, emotion and interaction. On the other hand, photographing a child's birthday party can present...

Shooting in Manual: Step-by-Step

Have you made the move to manual or are you hanging onto one of the auto modes? As you’re probably realizing, shooting in manual mode...

Spring Family Portraits Outfit Guide

  Planning a family portrait session this spring? Spring is a great time to get out of the house after a long winter of being cooped...

9 Photography Projects to Start in the New Year

Looking for ways to improve your photography skills in the new year? We’ve got 8 photography ideas that will not only improve your photography skills, but...

Tips, Tricks & Treats for Great Halloween Photos

What do ghosts, princesses, and superheros have in common? They will all be coming out after dark this Halloween night; you know, when our cameras struggle...

Stroller Guide: Chicco Echo

Are you ready to retire your bulky travel system stroller for one that is lightweight and easier to store, but you don’t want to sacrifice...

Fun Poses for Family Portraits

Several weeks ago, we talked about focal points and focusing. We introduced you to the idea of changing your focal points or using the “focus-recompose”...

Getting to Know Your Camera: Aperture Basics

  Great light, thoughtful composition and an understanding of aperture are the most important aspects of achieving beautiful photography. If you've found yourself drooling over photographs you see on Facebook...

8 Steps to Creating a Professional Background

Choose a holiday, any holiday; then go over to Pinterest and search for photo ideas for that holiday. Chances are that you’ll find dozens if...

Maternity Photo Ideas: Milk Baths & Lace Dresses

As we head into cooler months, the ability to take beautiful photos outside becomes a bit more challenging. For women with a winter...

Capturing a Year of Baby’s First Moments

  Oh the amazing things that our babies can do. From recognizing the sound of our voice, to walking for the first time, we want...

Magical Images of Mazatlan

On the Pacific coast of Mexico, you will find a resort town full of history and tradition. Don’t take that to mean this place...

10 Tips for Photographing Kids’ Sports

Over the weekend, many of us spend our time watching our favorite little athletes run up and down a field. In addition to cheering from the sidelines, a...

Mom’s Guide to Buying a Digital Camera

  Many new parents find themselves buying a new camera within the first year of their baby's life. With so many precious  moments to capture,...

Photo Shoot Props: 8 Creative Design Ideas

You have the key to unlocking the most adorbs photos of your kids. Whether you made it or bought it, your photo shoot prop...

Getting to Know Your Camera: ISO Basics

You might be a photographer if you step outside, see that it’s overcast and run back inside to grab your camera. Especially for momtographers with...

Daily Mom Spotlight: Chatbooks: Photo Albums for the Busy Mom

  Are you one of those moms that loves taking the time to sit down and scrapbook your child's special memories? Or, a mom who...

Getting to Know Your Camera: Shutter Speed Basics

  One of the most common reasons people upgrade to a DSLR is because they want to capture their high speed children with a faster...

First Day Of School Photos: Moments To Capture

Whether your child is cautiously venturing into Kindergarten, or heading steadfast into middle school, the first day of school is an exciting time each...

Mother’s Day Shopping for the Momtographer

  Mother's Day is only a few weeks away. If the mom in your life is a bit of a "MamaRazzi,"  encourage her with the gift of...

10 Tips and Tricks for Photographing Your Toddler

  Toddlers are energetic, sweet and funny. They are also incredibly difficult to photograph. Between their inability to sit still, the meltdowns and the ability...

HOW TO FIX GRAINY IMAGES

  When you first bought your new DSLR camera, you were certain that your photos would be just as beautiful as the ones posted all...

How to Take Great Photos in Low Light

Winter is here, and for many of us, that means fewer hours of daylight. So what’s a photographer mom to do? Low light photography...

5 Tips for Photographing Your Newborn Baby

The first few photos of your newborn baby's life are ones you will never forget. Whether you're using your camera phone or a DSLR,...

Visit A Selfie Museum For These 4 Glamorous Reasons

If you are wondering what the next "it" thing is going to be, don't worry, we found it. Two Words: selfie museum. It is...

DIY Photo Shoot Props For Kids

Around the turn of the seasons and during the holidays there are photography "minis" popping up all over. Your social media newsfeed fills up...

4 Tips for Improving Your Photography Using the Camera You Have

All parents should have at least one camera. The Daily Mom Team believes that you don't need to necessarily buy a different camera in...

The Best Holiday Housewarming Gift Ideas: The Best Gifts for the...

This holiday season, gift your loved ones the magic of a cozy, well-loved house! Think soft, snuggle-ready blankets, sheets that feel like a dream,...