How To Photograph Children With Confidence
Plus: Master Your Camera’s Fundamental Controls Now & More
Jeff Tan
September 20, 2024
"Photographing children is like catching butterflies—there’s a grace and spontaneity that you must be quick enough to capture." - Keith Carter
Happy Friday Photographers,
I love this quote by photographer Elliot Erwitt: "Children and dogs have one thing in common—they are both unapologetically themselves. That’s what makes them the best subjects." I’m photographing kids and dogs this weekend, and I am so excited about it. What exciting things are you up to this weekend?
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Step-by-step instructions on how to master the fundamental controls of your camera. This is an opportunity to take a significant step forward in your photography hobby! TAKE A LOOK →
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"Children are the embodiment of raw, unfiltered emotion. When photographing them, you’re not just capturing a smile or a tear—you’re freezing a piece of their untamed spirit." - Susan Lapides
Monday: How modern camera shutters work.
– Jeff