The days are getting shorter and the leaves are beginning to fall – it’s safe to say Autumn has well and truly arrived. This new season brings with it crisp leaves, colder days and, of course, the fruit of the season, the pumpkin! With Halloween fast approaching, now is the perfect time to put pumpkin photography on your autumn schedule. Making More Of Your Pumpkin This Halloween You’ve gone to all the effort of perfecting your pumpkin, so make sure you capture it at its best. Props, the right backdrop and a little styling will bring everything together. If you’re struggling to come up with ideas, then take a look at Pinterest. This platform has everything from the ordinary and classic to the weird and the adventurous. At home and want to work with what you’ve got? Place your pumpkin on the porch or in front of a brick wall on a bed of leaves. You could even add some fake webs to give it those Halloween vibes! The best way to capture your pumpkin and the design on it isn’t by taking a close up of the pumpkin design face on, but by turning your pumpkin around. You want to capture the glow of the light from within the pumpkin while still being able to see the outside of the pumpkin itself. So, use a couple of candles to make the light brighter and resist the urge to use your flash. By doing it this way you create images with depth, as well as colour. Where Can You Photograph Pumpkins In The UK This Autumn? Secretts Farm, in Surrey, grows an estimated 30,000 pumpkins in its fields and during selected months you can visit and pick your very own pumpkin. When this farm is open to the public they offer tractor and trailer rides too. Now, you may not want a ride, but these would make awesome props among your pumpkin field backdrop. There’s also Garsons Esher, which is the largest pick-your-own farm in the UK; it offers more than 30 different crops grown over 150 acres. During this time of year it’s famous for its pumpkin fields and yields an extensive range of pumpkins and squashes in various sizes, shapes and colours. You could you use these pumpkins to experiment with different tones and textures or take this opportunity to capture some seriously cute photo shoots too. From couples taking a romantic scroll to children playing among the pumpkin patches, let the colour of the pumpkins provide your perfect backgdrop . You could even set up and capture a first birthday shoot, which would be ideal for autumn babies. Just make sure you pack some appropriate clothing and props. Ready, Steady…Snap and Bake!And of course, let’s not forget that pumpkins are delicious. If you’re planning on pumpkin carving then make sure that none of the insides go to waste. Instead of throwing it away, take the gooey insides and bake it into a pie or cake. Not only will you create a delicious dish, but this then gives you the opportunity to get into food styling and practice your food photography. Have you ever taken the time to capture a pumpkin beyond a quick snap for your social media platforms? The post Put Pumpkin Photography On Your Autumn Schedule appeared first on Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints. via Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints https://ift.tt/2RyVN6p
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Have you got an eye for colour? Got a flair for design? Well, that’s a great start! But if you’d like to make it in the world of interior design, you’ll need to be prepared to tackle maths as well as mood boards. And, it’s important that you’re just as comfortable working with others as you are alone too. Sound like something you could be into? Let’s explore the career opportunities within the field of interior design… What does an interior designer do?It is, as they say, all in the title with this job role! An interior designer focuses on the decoration and remodelling of building interiors. This means they may oversee a simple room refresh or transform the look and feel of a whole building from the inside. On a day-to-day basis, an interior designer might meet with clients to discuss briefs for projects, spend time sketching ideas or sourcing products, materials, wall coverings or furniture. They could be pricing up projects based on budgets and defined timescales. Plus, there could be planning to do to ensure things will be completed on time. They may find themselves acting as a project manager for whatever they’re working. This in turn means they may also be hiring and briefing subcontractors. Fancy a 9-5 job? Interior designers often need to be physically present while decorating and other activities are in progress. Sounds like a fabulously varied role doesn’t it? The job of an interior designer is likely to involve some travel – perhaps even internationally. It may also involve evening and weekend work. Are you a lone ranger? You could find yourself working alone or as part of a wider team. The range of projects interiors specialists work on is also vast – you could focus on people’s homes or hospitality spaces such as hotels or restaurants. There are also opportunities to remodel office and other workspaces too. Do you need to study to become an interior designer?Like many creative callings, a design degree isn’t strictly necessary for pursuing a career as an interior designer, but it could certainly help. In the first instance ,certain characteristics may make you more suited to the role. Things like having good attention to detail, an ability to visualise and good spatial awareness are key. Impressive project management abilities such as being able to maintain a good overview of a project and working with a team will also put you in good stead. Many people do go down the study route, which means interior design is an increasingly a competitive field. You can move into interior design from other design studies or choose a specific course centred on interiors. A interior design course will usually give you a good grounding in the history of interiors and trends. It will most likely also address more practical skills such as drawing techniques, software familiarity and project and finance management. According to Susie Rumbold quoted in the Times, around half the members of British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) are university graduates. The other half came to interior design as a second career through following a personal interest. The BIID offers a professional pathway for accreditation in six years and also has some good information on how to select an interior design course. Another option is to take an apprenticeship or to pursue internships to help you to gain hands on experience. Whatever angle you come to the profession from, client recommendations, experience and building a portfolio of work will be paramount in helping you to get hired. How much could you earn as an interior designer?According to the National Careers Service, interior designers usually earn somewhere between £18,00 and £45,000 a year. However, how much you earn and how you get paid – (e.g. weekly, monthly, or by project) will depend on whether you work freelance or as part of a firm. The salary you are able to command could be substantially more if your work is very in demand or you progress up to creative director level within a respected firm. Being an interior designer can undoubtedly be a very fulfilling career that puts creativity and communication at its core. What could be better than making changes that people see every day? It’s a career that means always learning and innovating, but is it something you’d like to do? The post Would you like to be an interior designer? appeared first on Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints. via Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints https://ift.tt/2Ox7Z9d First Birthday Photo Shoot IdeasChildren’s birthdays are always special, but that very first birthday deserves a little extra celebration. So much so that first birthday photography shoots have become a very popular tradition, with parents and photographers seeking to capture the ambience of a very magical moment in time. If you’ve got a first birthday coming up in the family, here are a just a few shoot ideas to help you mark the occasion. We can’t wait to see the personalised baby canvas prints you produce! Cake SmashThe first birthday Cake Smash is probably the most well-known of all the staged first birthday shoots. The tradition established itself in the UK after first becoming popular in the US. As many babies get their very first taste of cake on their birthday, the idea is to grab some photographic evidence and have plenty of fun as they do. Cake smash shoots are all about colour, funny faces and they frequently incorporate fun first birthday outfits too. Find some inspiration in our how to set up a cake smash shoot post. Fruit SmashFollowing hot in the footsteps of the cake smash is the equally colourful and messy fruit smash. A great alternative to cake for those who want to encourage a lifetime of healthy eating or for babies who are allergic to some of the common ingredients of cake, 1st birthday fruit smash shoots are increasingly finding favour. Want to give it a go yourself? Try making a tower out of pieces of fruit cut into interesting shapes or you can even assemble the fruit in the shape of cake. If you choose to concentrate on one fruit such as watermelon you can then coordinate props such as bunting to match. Golden Boobies ShootFor many mothers, their child’s first birthday also marks a year of breastfeeding. In recent years it has become popular to commemorate different stages in the breastfeeding journey and at one year of breastfeeding you’re awarded your golden boobies! If you’ll be getting your golden boobies on your child’s first birthday, you may want to think about arranging a mother and baby breastfeeding shoot to snap some photos you’ll treasure forever. Flowers or LeavesSnapping photographs of little ones enjoying the nature around them is another great set up for first birthday photograph opportunities. Of course, you’ll need to be led by the seasons themselves. If you’ve been blessed with a child born in spring or summer, you could try shooting in a field of flowers in bloom. And for those autumn babies the crunch and colours of falling leaves are fun for boys and girls to explore while you snap. Ball Pit or BubblesBy now you should be realising that promoting interaction is a common theme in first birthday shoots. If you’d like to stage a shoot inside your own home or garden – a ball bit or simple bubble bath can be a great way to go. These props can provide a focus for the child and hopefully, inspire smiles and faces of delight – perfect photography fodder. Favourite ThingsDoes your little one have a favourite toy? Do they have favourite game or a favourite place right now? Maybe they love to eat a particular food? We all know babies grow up too fast, so why not try and remember them exactly how they are now by shooting a series of photos of them enjoying their favourite things? This is a shoot idea you can recreate on birthdays to come and will give you lots of lovely images for montage canvas prints or triptychs. Have you attempted a first birthday shoot at home? If so, did you try out any of the ideas above or try something different? We’d love to hear your creative ideas, so leave us a comment below.
The post First Birthday Photo Shoot Ideas appeared first on Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints. via Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints https://ift.tt/2y10kFM It’s hard to believe that after such a hot summer we’ll soon be spending more time cozied up indoors out of the cold. To make sure you’re home is ready for nesting and entertaining, today we’re talking interiors trends for the months ahead. Ikea recently released their look book for the Autumn/Winter season sharing details of their four key trends. What’s popular in Ikea is often a good indication of the trend that will be popular on the high street and Pinterest alike, so let’s take a peek at Ikea’s trends and see what you might want to pick up and run with. Dark and MoodyIf you’re feeling like you’re thoroughly over millennial pink Ikea is pushing colours with a little more substance this season. Dark, rich pigments such as navy, burgundy and olive green are the colours of the season. Think bold, dark and moody. If that all sounds a bit strong for the walls, you could opt to introduce a few paces of statement furniture in strong shades or to create canvas wall art prints to subtly set the tone. Winter WarmerDo you love curling up with a book and mug of hot cocoa? Is the autumn/winter season all about Sunday sofa days spent under cosy blankets? The Winter Warmer trend sees a softer side introduced to the long running Scandi influenced interiors. Updating the look are soft greys and pinks for a more feminine feel along with striking metal accents. Include plenty of greenery for extra colour and happy houseplant vibes. Bold SustainabilityConsumers being more conscious more conscious of materials used in furniture and furnishings is a long-established and growing trend. Ikea expects this to continue this season with many of us seeking to make more eco-friendly choices. Look out for furnishings made from materials such as sustainable cotton; expect sustainable wood options to enjoy more prominence too. New Age FolkSome form of strong print always seems to be a staple in the interiors world. Last year geometric prints and mandalas were the in thing. In winter 2018, traditional folk inspired prints in warming shades are tipped to be popular. Prints based on 18th and 19th century patterns in rich colours will work well alongside other recent ‘crafty’ trends such as rattan and fringing. We suspect that Christmas decorations this year may also take on a bit of a folksy vibe. It’s always nice to see new season colour and print predictions making their way through onto the canvas prints we make for our customers. If you’re currently decorating, do you like the sound of any of these looks or do you prefer to do your own thing rather than keeping up with the trends? The post Looking Forward to Interiors Trends for Autumn 2018 appeared first on Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints. via Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints https://ift.tt/2NwKBFa Happy World Photography Day! Not sure what it’s all about? We’ve covered World Photography Day and Ways Photography has Changed the World on the blog before. In short, today is a day for celebrating the positive impact photography has made in your life or the wider world. If you’d like to ride with the positive vibes and make the most of the day, why not make an effort to join in? Make today the day you grab your camera, edit those photos or plan a trip to that interesting exhibition you’ve been meaning to check out. Here’s some suggestions for you! Plan a trip to an exhibitionSeeing the work of others is often what inspires us most. Whether it’s a case of checking out a new genre or style or simply familiarising yourself with an up and coming artist or photographer in your area, it’s great to get out and about and see art up close. Even if you don’t live in a big city, you may be able to enjoy one of the many better-known exhibitions that tour the UK each year. Enrol on a courseHave you been struggling to master a new technique? Perhaps you’d like to push yourself to explore new subject matter or hone your skills so that you can charge for your work. Why not make today the today you investigate taking a course to support you in your photography goals? Or maybe you’d like to earn while you learn with a photography apprenticeship? Join a photography clubWant to share your love of photography with others? Maybe you’ve recently moved areas and you’d like to know where all the best-hidden spots to shoot are? Joining a photography club can be a great way to socialise, learn new skills, network and get your work known. If there’s not already a photography club open in your area, you may even want to consider setting one up. Our blog post Could you set up a camera club? Has some tips to help you get started. Put your best photos on displayHow many of your best photos are stuck on a memory card or on your computer? Maybe you’ve been putting off post-production or you’ve just not gotten round to printing them off. Make World Photography Day the day you celebrate the impact photography has had on you. Choose some shots to have printed on canvas, play with new ideas and think about putting your work on display. Is it about time you got to work on your gallery wall or brighten up your downstairs bathroom? Will you be making an effort to celebrate World Photography Day? The post Ways To Celebrate World Photography Day 2018 appeared first on Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints. via Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints https://ift.tt/2L7MuWO Here at ParrotPrint, we work with all kinds of creative artwork and love to see all your illustration projects on canvas. If you love illustrating and have a particular interest in creating artwork that appeals to kids, you may have considered getting into children’s illustration professinally. But how do you turn an interest in illustration into a career as a children’s illustrator? And what kind of projects might you work on if you do? Today we’re talking about how you become a creator of imagery kids will love. How do you become a children’s illustrator?Like so many creative careers, there’s no set pathway when it comes to becoming a children’s illustrator. There are lots of options when it comes to sectors you could find yourself working in too. It helps if you have a knack for illustrating things that catch children’s eyes, know about trends and have an appreciation for what children enjoy doing, how they think and what makes them laugh Building a portfolio to showcase your style and your work is the most important thing when it comes to getting your name out there and securing paid work. You may choose do to a formal qualification in illustration at an Art & Design college or university but this isn’t a pre-requisite. Along with learning about technique and helping you to explore your own style, completing an illustration course can help you to learn how to work to creative briefs. Networking and building contacts can be another positive that may result from formal study. You may be able to apply for internships in industry, have the opportunity to work on live creative briefs for established companies and chances are your course tutors will have links to publications or companies or be able to pass on wisdom about how they built their own careers. Exhibiting or contributing to exhibitions is one way to showcase your work and get your name out there, though you could also try entering illustration competitions. Sectors children’s illustrators work inIllustrating children’s books is a really cool job but it’s not the only type of job for those who want to draw and paint with kids in mind! There are of course other publications such as magazines and comics, which also need illustrations to help tell stories or to guide children in activities. Being interiors, homewares or textile designer for the children’s market is another role you may want to consider. Can you imagine creating a beautiful illustration that ends up as a print, wallpaper or accessory on a child’s nursery or wall? How about designing imagery or children’s cloth or illustrations for packaging on kids products? While these fields are naturally competitive, there’s lots of scope for being a children’s illustrator within a commercial setting. Finally, with so many kid’s stories told on TV screens and apps, you may decide that animation is your calling or choose to dabble in several fields across your career. Who do children’s illustrators work for?Illustrators work for publishers, right? Well, some do. Some children’s illustrators work in-house for specific publishers, while others work as freelancers or as part of creative pairings with art directors or authors. Work experience and shadowing may help you to understand how you work best. If you do decide to go it alone as a freelancer, negotiating payment for your illustrations and royalties will be an important part of creating a stable income for yourself. Some freelancers choose to take on this role themselves, approaching potential employers directly when applying for work. Others work with agents or agencies, which will usually match freelancers to jobs they’re approached about as well as networking and proactively trying to obtain work on your behalf. Some agencies charge a fee plus commission while others operate on a fee only basis – so it’s important to know what they’ll do for their money and how working with an agent is likely to benefit you. Children’s textile designers and others working in product or interior design often take their work to shows where the rights to illustrations and prints can be purchased by companies who may also choose to commission the artists to do additional work. So, what do you think? Could life as a children’s illustrator be something you’d enjoy doing? If you’re interested in illustration, we regularly share illustration news and ideas over on the ParrotPrint Canvas Facebook page.
The post Tips For Getting into Children’s Illustration appeared first on Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints. via Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints https://ift.tt/2MXuYGs Over recent weeks, the UK has enjoyed quite a heatwave with high temperatures topping 35C in some areas. If you’re not quite used to shooting in such warm conditions, you could be forgiven for wishing the hot weather away. Let’s not forget that wedding season is also well and truly upon us and soaring temperatures can make long days capturing such events even more testing. If you’re planning some outdoor shoots and don’t want to get caught out by the hot weather, take note of these tips for hot weather photography success. Looking after youLugging around camera equipment and sitting patiently to get the ideal shot is not quite so easy when the sun is beating down on you hard. Look after yourself by staying well hydrated, snacking regularly and keeping out of the sun when you can. In extreme heat you may want to consider popping your water bottle in a cool bag so that it stays cold and refreshing. It’s important to dress appropriately for the weather so that you stay as comfortable as possible and be sure to make time to top up your UV sun protection cream regularly. Wearing a hat between shots can help you to swerve heatstroke and you may also want to keep a sweat towel to hand. If you get too hot and start to perspire, not only could you start to feel irritated but sweat droplets may obstruct your viewfinder too. Looking after your camera and kitDo you know the maximum temperature your camera safely operates in? It may not be something you’ve ever thought about so make time to check. You’ll usually find information on operational limits of your camera in its manual. If your camera gets too hot different elements can close down, so don’t risk it. Make sure you don’t leave your camera in a hot car, keep it within an insulated camera case when not in use and don’t leave it lying out in the sun. You may even want to consider taking a little umbrella or other shade for protecting your camera when its not in use. Transitioning your camera between environments with differing temperatures should also be approached with caution since it can cause condensation to form on the lens. If you’re moving from a colder or air conditioned area into the heat, allow the camera to acclimatise within its case for a while before bringing it out for use. Since most cameras are black, they can heat up quickly in extreme conditions, so try and plan your shoot accordingly with breaks factored in. Since lugging heavy equipment round is even less fun when it’s hot, try and keep any kit you need to carry to a minimum in the heat. Your camera, spare batteries and memory card, tripod and perhaps a couple of reflectors may be all you need to get you through, depending on what and where you’re shooting. Hot weather photography tips to rememberPrioritising looking after yourself and your kit should set up up for a good day of snapping. These tips should also help your day to go more smoothly. Avoid shooting during the hottest part of the day if you can
Have you been enjoying getting out and about with your camera in the hot weather? What’s been the biggest challenge about photographing during the warmer temperatures? If you’re heading to the beach, check out our shoreline snap guide and creative beach canvas ideas.
The post Hot Weather Photography Tips appeared first on Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints. via Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints https://ift.tt/2viGqVg Finally had enough of all the hot weather? Perhaps you fancy spending some time indoors doing something creative? Textures and homemade homewares are big news in the world of interiors right now, so why not take on the trends yourself and get stuck into our easy craft ideas? In today’s blog post we’re looking at some custom canvas wall art ideas that involve getting crafty to produce totally unique canvas prints that make great gifts. Faux cross stitch canvasHave you seen the super kitsch cross stich artwork that’s all across Etsy right now? There’s some fabulous slogan embroidery in particular and plenty of motivational quotes along with the odd pun and expletive too. If you love the trend but your own stitching is slower than you’d like it to be, why not bring a little photography into the mix to make things easier for you? Sew one or two designs and snap them at their best before transferring the images onto canvas to give the illusion of texture. We think our office desk canvas prints are perfect for this project and they’ll make great birthday gifts for friends. If you’re also enjoying the return of macramé, you could try using a similar technique to create a faux macramé canvas. A touch of glitter canvas printWho doesn’t love a little glitter? We’ve talked a lot on the blog before about capturing sparkle within a shot, but have you thought about adding something to the surface? Whether you’d like to enhance the mood on some fantastic festival photographs you’ve taken or add an extra dimension to photographs of fireworks or a canvas of your name written with sparklers. A good quality glitter glue varnish could help to make your wall art extra special. A moodboard to treasureWe’ve covered how to use mood boards on the blog before and they can certainly be great tools when it comes to directing your redecorating plans. But when you’ve spent so much time putting an amazing mood board together, why discard it when the project is complete? If you’ve used a traditional mood board with samples of fabric, photographs and other bits and bobs – it can become a piece of artwork that brings the room together. Simply snap a photo and transfer it to canvas. Botanically inspired canvasIf you’re a dab hand at flower arranging as well as photography, you really shouldn’t let those talents go to waste! Botanical leaf prints, flora and foliage are everywhere in interiors right now. In particular they are making their way on to walls via wallpaper and prints. Do it yourself by styling up the perfect arrangement and taking photographs to transfer to canvas. This way, you can create a bunch of botanically inspired canvas prints to gift to friends and family. Or if you’d like to create your own floral gallery wall, why not get out into the garden for a shoot? Are you into crafts as well as photography? If you try out any of our ideas, let us know! The post Crafty Canvas Print Ideas for Gifts appeared first on Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints. via Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints https://ift.tt/2zy0SXM Food, glorious food, is their anything better to photograph? Nowadays, it’s customary to snap a shot for Instagram almost every time you eat out. With camera phones at the ready, we’re all amateur food photographers to a degree. But what does it take to launch a successful food photography career? Are you passionate and talented enough to carve out a photography career in the food industry? For those who dream of working with Michelin-starred restaurants or shooting for cookbooks, the recipe for career success involves a lot of hard work. You’ll also need natural flair for planning and organisation. Sound like you? Here’s how to get started… What do food photographers do?There’s no getting round it, food photography is a very competitive field. However, it’s also a varied niche with lots of opportunities and different kinds of work. Many food photographers work on a freelance basis, which means they get to choose the projects they pick up and they enjoy working with different people. They might tackle projects such as photography for adverts or food packaging, shoots for magazines or cookbooks. Some photographers work directly with restaurants, hotels and cafes to produce imagery for their marketing campaigns. Naturally, this type of work means travel can be a huge part of being a food photographer. But be warned, it’s not simply a case of turning up on location with your camera! Lots of planning goes into food photography, from experimenting with different props and styling through to making small technical changes to get the perfect shot. As well as being a creative job, being a food photographer requires technical skill and a methodical approach. If you prefer the security of being in an employed position, you could apply to work in house for a publishing house or agency. This means you would enjoy benefits such as sick pay and a pension. How does food photography compare to other photography careers?Food photography is all about presenting food as deliciously as possible. You want to entice the senses so people who look at your photographs can imagine the smell and taste of the food. There’s a great deal of skill in capturing foods like oozing cheese or dripping ice creams at their best. Like product photography, lighting is hugely important for food photography. That said, it’s possible to start building your food photography portfolio with very limited equipment. If you have a DSLR, tripod, a light and reflector cards you can achieve good quality shots. You can then add to your tool kit as you earn more money and develop your skills. Building contacts is also a key part of food photography, both in terms of gaining work and collaborating with other interesting and talented people. Many photographers work with food stylists and on a shoot, you’ll be required to work as part of an extended creative team. Good communication skills and the ability to manage and respond to constructive criticism are therefore pretty important. Being able to manage your time and stay on top of admin tasks are other key skills that are required but often overlooked. If you’re working as a freelancer, basic admin tasks such as submitting and following up on invoices are so important. When you work for different clients you’ll need to really understand their target audience in order to take images that fit the brief. This means an understanding of commerciality is also key. What qualifications do you need to become a food photographer?As with other photography careers, formal qualifications are less important than experience, ideas and a good portfolio. It’s perfectly possible to build a successful food photography career with plenty of drive and a willingness to learn. Starting with a photography college course and a degree qualification gives a great springboard for a food photography career. A formal qualification will familiarise you with the technical aspects of photography and introduce you to different styles. It should also help you to hone your post-editing skills. However, you could also choose to complete food photography workshops or to shadow professional food photographers. If you already have some food photography experience, you could look out for a photography apprenticeship to get you started or try entering food competitions to get your work noticed As a food photographer, there’s always room for new learning – whether it’s keeping up to date with new technology and changing kit or exploring new photography and food trends. This is just part of the challenge of a career and food photography and there really is nothing quite like the satisfaction of seeing your work in print. Are you a food photographer or would you like to pursue a career in food photography? Which aspects of food photography do you find the most challenging and which are the most fun? The post Tips for Getting into Food Photography appeared first on Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints. via Parrot Print Tips For The Perfect Canvas Prints https://ift.tt/2N3YpX3 It’s not long since we celebrated National Selfie Day here at Parrot Print headquarters. Now it’s National Camera Day course and of course, without cameras there would be no selfies! We can’t quite fathom out when National Camera Day started or why it started, but as firm fans of the camera, it’s easy for us to get on board with such a day! To celebrate National Camera Day we’re talking about reasons to love your camera. Which camera do you use and why do you love it? Here are some of the reasons we love our cameras… They capture our nearest and dearestWhether you’re a professional photographer or photography enthusiast, having a tool on hand to capture magic moments with those you care about makes cameras a very valuable tool indeed. There’s great satisfaction to be found in being able to take fabulous shots of your kids or other family members, not to mention the joy of being able to share your love of photography. Why not make a point of introducing the next generation to the wonders of the camera this National Camera Day? Or you could spend some time perfecting photo-worthy smiles or practicing fun family poses. With camera phones always at the ready, we take more photographs than ever these days, but when was the last time you set up a proper shoot with your nearest and dearest? It records and inspires your travelsNot only can a camera record the fantastic places you travel through on the journey of life, but it can also inspire where you visit too. Are you a travel blogger or professional travel photographer who relies on your camera to chart your adventures? Perhaps you love to learn and explore by booking photography tours and trips? A love of travel and photography so often go hand in hand. How often does a must-see spot make it onto your to-visit list simply because you aspire to photograph it? Have you visited some of the most photographed sites in the world? Perhaps you plan vacations to the most photogenic beaches? It’s the way you earn a livingIf you earn your living as a photographer, your camera plays an even more important role in your life. Whether you’re a wedding photographer or all about product photography, a camera can unlock your earning potential. Once you’ve saved up for your all-important first professional camera, you soon find that all of your spare cash goes into buying things like fancy lenses and other bits of add on kit. Been pondering making the leap into earning a living as a professional snapper? National Camera Day is a great time to start putting those plans into action. Wielding a camera can help your wellbeingAside from the satisfaction of getting the shot, perfecting a new technique and visiting new places, getting out and about with your camera can be good for your health and your wellbeing. At the most basic level there’s a good chance you’re going to be getting fresh air and exercise if you’re shooting outside. However, one of the best advantages of being into photography is how therapeutic it can be. Our post Photography and Mental Health covers just some of the ways that having access to a camera can help and individual’s wellbeing. Focussing on a process can encourage mindfulness while others choose to work on a photography project to work through trauma. Along with providing a creative outlet, an interest in photography can also help you to meet new people or visit places you may otherwise have never have been. Perhaps you’re a member of a camera club or a photography organisation or you’ve taken a photography course? Where has your camera taken you? And where will it take you before the next National Camera Day comes round? We’d love to hear about your photography plans and ambitions.
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