Taking photographs
By dorannmwin
@dorannmwin (36392)
United States
September 20, 2010 2:02pm CST
So, I consider myself to be a hobbyist when it comes to taking pictures. My favorite subjects are my children, but since I've become very involved in the playgroup that my friend started in the spring, I find that I am frequently taking pictures of the kids in the group as well.
What are your favorite subjects for the photographs that you take? Where do you like to take pictures? If there was one area that you would like to be able to improve in your photography, what would it be? How long have you been taking pictures?
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12 responses
@CJscott (4187)
• Portage La Prairie, Manitoba
20 Sep 10
I have been taking pictures for years, I would love to improve my actions shots, following birds and sporting events and what not.
My favorite things to take pictures of our scenery, and my son. boo
all my pictures are on the other pc...
all my pictures are on the other pc...1 person likes this
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
22 Sep 10
I have found that though my children are my favorite subjects, I do also like to take pictures of nature when I have the opportunity to.
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@CJscott (4187)
• Portage La Prairie, Manitoba
23 Sep 10
Hey no fair, where is that picture I tried to post...
@bobmnu (8157)
• United States
24 Sep 10
I like to take action shots of sporting events. Here is one I like, I caught the receiver between two defenders and he is caught in the air. You can see the ball and see the reaction of the two defenders. Tlication.ubmitted to the local paper for pubhis is one I s
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
24 Sep 10
That really is a wonderful action shot. Action photography isn't something that I've given a lot of effort to yet, but something that I would like to give a try in the future.
@goldeneagle (6745)
• United States
23 Sep 10
I just need a better camera. The one I have isn't really good for outdoor photography, which is what I really like to do. I need one with stronger telephoto capabilities for bringing objects in closer.
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
24 Sep 10
That is one of the things that I really like about my Rebel, I can get different lenses for whatever need I might have.
@sophisticated_boy (1457)
• Indonesia
22 Sep 10
There are no specific object I like to photograph, but usually if I attend special occassion that rarely happened, i usually bring my digital camera. Else, if I am on vacation I usually taking pic of historical buildings or the environment surrounding it.
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
22 Sep 10
I too always take my camera with me when we are going to a special event. However, it is just as likely that I will take my camera with me for an everyday event as well.
@bounce58 (17387)
• Canada
23 Sep 10
I wouldn't really call myself a hobbyist, but I do take pictures of a few of my favorite things. Lately, I've been taking pictures of food when I go to restaurants. Some are just really presented beautifully that they deserve to have their pictures taken. Maybe as a reference and a comparison when I go order the same thing at different restaurants.
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
24 Sep 10
Do you know that there is a market for food photographers if the bug should ever happen to hit you? I've taken pictures of food a few times and every time that I do my family makes fun of me.
@mrsmakawak (90)
• Canada
21 Sep 10
I have been enjoying photography since high school. I love doing floral/nature photography as well as portraits and doing pictures of our pets. Photography is a beautiful art and if you have the skill and equipment you can make a nice living off of doing it. It takes a good eye for taking pictures but with patience and practice you can save yourself a lot of money in family portraits
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
22 Sep 10
I've definitely saved a lot of money in the family portrait arena. I've been taking my own pictures of the kids since my son was born. He has only been to the studio three times in his life and all of those were for Christmas pictures. It is harder for me to take those at home than it is Easter, etc. because I prefer outdoor photography.
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
22 Sep 10
Your picture is absolutely stunning. I really like it. I've never had the opportunity to go to Niagara Falls, but my mother was there last month and I'm very jealous of her for it.
@Hatley (163776)
• Garden Grove, California
20 Sep 10
hi dorannmwin I have not g ot a camera or I would be out snapping
photos like mad. I used to love to take pictures of nature and
of my two kids when they were small.To show how far back that
was I had a brownie camera. now I would love a new digital
camera with all the trimmings too 
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@much2say (54804)
• Los Angeles, California
21 Sep 10
I have been taking pictures forever! I am/was a graphic artist . . . I've always had the knack for taking photos. My parents gave me money for my birthday when I was in college so I can get a nifty Canon film camera - so I decided I should take classes on photography to make the most of it!! Well, I took an adult class from The Learning Tree (one of those few week courses). I learned a lot technically. But it seemed no one dared to critique my work - even the instructor said very few words . . . we all mentioned at the beginning of the session why we were there, and I had mentioned I was an artist. It was funny because during our final showing, everyone was quick to point out everyone else's flaws . . . but when it came to my stuff, everyone was silent. ANYHOW - on the improvement part, I'd like to be able to utilize my technical camera skills again sometime - without just using AUTO setting on the digital camera. My favorite subjects are my children as well . . . we can't take enough of them!! I also love taking artsy, nature, scenic, and odd angle type photos. My digital camera goes with me everywhere . . . so there isn't a specific place I like to take photos . . . I just like taking photos to capture the moment wherever we are!
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
22 Sep 10
The camera going with you everywhere is actually the reason that I would like to be able to get another point and shoot camera at some point. Anyways, this year for Christmas both of my children are getting their very first digital cameras.
@Professor2010 (20162)
• India
21 Sep 10
Hi doran
I started photography in 1958 with a kodak box camera, that my dad presented me when i passed class viii th, it used 620 size black and white rool films, next was Agfa bellow camera, followed by a single lens reflex, the latest i use is Canon 11 mega pixel digital
I do land scapes, night shots and potraits too, i also experiment with photoshop..
Thanks for sharing.
Welcome always, cheers.
Professor. .
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
22 Sep 10
I absolutely adore photoshop. I think that I was hooked on using photoshop before I was really hooked on using a digital camera.
@enthusiasticone (348)
• China
21 Sep 10
glad to hear that you like taking photographs so much. maybe that fine to take a photo. however i dont like i t. i don't know why. maybe i have not enough time to do it . have to workd day and day ,envy that you do .best wishes
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
22 Sep 10
I'm sorry to hear that you don't have time for taking pictures. I personally find that it is a very enjoyable and relaxing hobby.
@zmluckyseven (541)
• Indonesia
21 Sep 10
i'd like to go beach to take pictures because i think beach is beautiful and nice and it can makes me relax,,and i can see sun in the afternoon and it's really beautiful.. :D
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
22 Sep 10
It has been a long time since I've been able to go to the beach, but you can be sure that I will have my camera with me next time that I have that opportunity.
