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Happy Creating!
Chances are, you’ve received a digital index print every time you’ve had digital pictures developed online, at Costco or Walgreens, or via any other digital photo developing service. You can use them right on your next layout! They are small, but there are many… making the possibilities endless. Here’s one of my favorite layouts at Scrapbook.com, showcasing thumbnail images cut from several index cards in the year 2008 to make a “recap” layout. Neat Idea!!
If you’re planning to travel by boat this summer, or if you’ve been on a cruise before, here are a few tips to help you scrapbook the momentous occasion (taken from the article Travel Scrapbooking: Cruises by Georgina Hefferman, courtesy of Scrapjazz.com).
Cruises are a special kind of holiday that deserves the very best scrapbook pages to be completed on your return, but it can be a little overwhelming knowing where to start. I thought I would share a few ideas to inspire you.
Photo Opportunities
On a cruise ship there are plenty of photo opportunities, so I would recommend taking a digital camera with you and a large memory card.
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Tell a Story
Always think how your prints will look when you show them to your friends and relatives. You’ll be narrating a story at the time so take shots to illustrate your story. Take photos of your traveling companions before you leave home, while traveling to the airport, and when you get back. Hopefully you’ll see a change in your sun tan! Photograph yourselves in front of “Welcome to…” signs to use as “chapter headings.”
Take a Small Camera
Despite having a lot of large ‘professional’ equipment, the camera I use most often with friends is a small, “compact” camera. I have a really tiny model that I can slip easily into a pocket and carry around with me. That way, whenever something unexpected and fun happens, I’m ready to capture the moment.
Photographing People
The most useful tip for photographing people is to get closer. Try and fill the frame with just the faces. Ask your subjects to stand or sit closer together, so there’s less “wasted” space in the photo. Turn the flash on, even when you’re outdoors, to highlight the faces.
Understand Your Flash
I often see people trying to photograph a live show or concert. Unfortunately this is almost impossible to do with a normal camera. Most on-camera flash units are only effective for about eight to ten feet – anything further away will just appear black on the photo. Whenever you use a flash indoors, make sure that you’re between two and eight feet from your subject.
Don’t Forget the Fun!
Many of the fun times occur between sights. Capture these with “ordinary” shots – checking in, waiting in line, at the shops, having dinner with friends, with people you meet.
Don’t Forget You!
The problem with being the photographer is that you don’t appear in the photos. Stand your camera on a wall or table and use the self-timer feature, or ask someone else to take the photo. Chances are they’ll have a camera too and will ask you to return the favor!