Photography
Moment Lens Review

Being a professional photographer, I became interested in phone lenses as soon as they started hitting the market. I have tried everything from cheap to expensive, so I have a pretty good sample to compare from. I started using mobile phone lenses back when I had an iPhone 4. I ...
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McCelvey Mansion in Temple

I actually stumbled across this old historic home in 2013 when I was house hunting (it was for sale at the time and was in our budget). It is known as the McCelvey Mansion or McCelvey House. Remember that this is a private residence, so be respectful and do not trespass if ...
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Copyright vs Print Release. Why You Don’t Need the Copyright!

First, let me point out that a copyright to your images is not what you are looking for. More than likely what you want is a print release (more about that below). And also let me point out that I am NOT a lawyer. If you have any questions about ...
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Level Up Your Photography with CreativeLive Classes

Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by CreativeLive, however, all opinions expressed in my post are my own. I received the product mentioned in this post for free from CreativeLive. This post also contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links ...
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Photographs From the Edge by Art Wolfe

If you have been in the photography world for even a week, you know who Art Wolfe is. In Photographs from the Edge, Art showcases hundred's of photographs he has taken throughout the world in an attempt to capture an "extraordinary world". Pictures are separated into the year they were taken ...
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“Level Up Your Photography” Challenge

Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by CreativeLive, however, all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Many of you remember when I announced that I would be giving up portrait photography (for the most part) and concentrating on landscape and wildlife photography. It wasn't that I disliked photographing people, ...
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5 Tips for Hanging the Right Size Artwork for Your Wall (With Examples)

Have you ever moved into a new home or decided to redecorate and become lost when trying to determine what the right size artwork or picture you should put and where? Ever spend all day hanging artwork, just to get finished and realize it looks like a 2-year old hung it? ...
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Venturing into new horizons!

Recently, I notified my NuttyHiker readers that I would soon turn over a new leaf in my photography career and start a new adventure. Fine Art For Your Walls! I am going back to my roots and will now primarily be a fine art landscape and wildlife photographer that offers affordable ...
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Embarking the fine art world of photography

After a lot of thought and soul searching, I decided to shut down a good portion of my portrait business and concentrate on fine art photography for the home. This is something I have been struggling with for almost two years. While my clients have always loved my portrait work ...
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Britney Senior Pictures 2016 – Part 1

Britney Senior Portraits. I took my oldest daughter out to do her Senior portraits. Typically, Seniors, have their portraits done the Summer going into their Senior year or during the beginning of their Senior Year at the latest. However, since her Mom happens to be the photographer she had to wait ...
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CBCFR Mini Session Fundraiser

Help support those that support you and sign up for a mini session! RESERVE YOUR TIME SLOT BY FILLING OUT THE FORM BELOW If you have been around my business long, you know I NEVER give high-resolution images and print releases away with a session fee. I also rarely do mini sessions ...
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BuildASign Free Portraits Event – 2015

A couple of months ago, I got an email from BuildASign.com wanting to hire me for an event they were doing in the Fort Hood area for military families. Each family got a free mini session along with a free 16x20 canvas wrap from their child company Easy Canvas Prints ...
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Lampasas Hanna Springs Sculpture Garden

If you are ever out in Lampasas, Texas you should really stop by and check out the Lampasas Hanna Springs Sculpture Garden, which is located at 501 E. North Ave., Lampasas, TX. I discovered this little gem one day when I talked my husband into driving me around, so I could ...
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Texas State Capitol Building || Austin, Texas

When in Austin......visit the Texas State Capitol Building! 5 Reasons Why You Will Love the Texas State Capitol Building 1 .The architect and hardware features throughout the building are absolutely breathtaking! 2. You can stand across the inside rotunda and whisper and your friend can hear you (seriously, try it ...
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Our Pug: the perfect pet model

Every so often I will want to test out my studio lighting, trying different set-ups, etc... Usually, I will use my kids for this (typically after they complain for a good while). Thankfully for them, they were nowhere around, so I scooped up my Pug, (his name is MRAP). Who ...
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