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Can’t ever get that perfect jack-o-lantern shot? Here are our favorite tips! http://bit.ly/1H4ZIeE

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Capture your Halloween memories this year with these tips. 1. Capture the behind-the-scenes setup 2. Take some photos at twilight 3. Do a test run at a pumpkin patch 4. Let kids be kids and be silly

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Ultrasound pictures are the very first opportunity to see the newest member of a family. How have you creatively used ultrasound images to announce your big news to the world? Share your ideas (and pictures!) in the comments.

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Three creative ways to display your canvas prints: 1. Hang a 3x3 grid of related images to fill a large space. 2. Decorate the border of a baby’s room by adding a new canvas print for each month. 3.Create a collage-style mosaic using prints that are a variety of sizes and colors. Gallery Canvas Wraps Are on Sale NOW! http://bit.ly/2et7awv

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Just about any photographer will say you learn a lot by looking at other people's work. Here are some of our favorite photography websites: http://bit.ly/1WNjKGD

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Getting ready to go back-to-school is a process that involves preparation, anticipation, and hopefully, pictures! Don’t miss the opportunity to capture your child’s first day of school in a photograph. From picking out an outfit, to their morning routine, to walking to the bus - there are so many real-life situations to consider for your photo shoot that morning. Keep it positive and go for the natural smiles. Sometimes it’s the moment in between the posing that creates the most authentic look. Need some inspiration? Here are 25 ideas for capturing those perfect back-to-school shots. http://bit.ly/1SY08MX

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Old family photos help connect us with our heritage, our history, and ourselves. Our ancestors knew how important documenting life and relationships were, but what about you? What are you doing to capture your unique life right now?

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No matter the current medium of your photos and family keepsakes, the archival process is the same 4 steps. SORT: Choose the photos you want to keep. TAG: Use a rating system & key wording – this works for both printed and digital photos. ELIMINATE: Create throw away pile

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Babies require a certain finesse to be photographed correctly. Below are some tips for photographing babies, for parents and photographers alike: http://bit.ly/1QN6NbC

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One of the most common problems in beach photography relates to wide open spaces when a long and often unbroken horizon has the appearance of sloping horizons. Work hard at keeping your horizon square to the frame of your shot. Also consider placing your horizon off center since centered horizons can leave a photo looking chopped in half. wwwcustomsportsproducts.com

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May all you wonderful Dads enjoy a Happy Father's Day! www.customsportsproducts.com

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Save the date - then save your memories! Your wedding is exactly that—your wedding, and it was perfect. The last thing you want to do is forget any part of your perfect day. Your wedding photographs are not only mementos - they also ensure that no detail of your wedding will be forgotten. Once you have those precious memories in your possession, we'd love to help you create some stunning keepsakes and home decor! www.customsportsproducts.com

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Taking photos is one thing. Printing, framing and hanging them is something else entirely. Bring us your creative ideas and we'll help design a personalized conversation piece for your home! www.customsportsproducts.com

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Age can wage a war on your priceless printed photographs. So can sun, water, fire, Mother Nature’s storms, and an unwatched child with a scissors and a Sharpie! If you have a beloved photo that needs some improvement, repair, or a full restoration, bring it in to the store for an estimate. We can work wonders by turning back time to bring an antique photo back to its original glory days. www.customsportsproducts.com

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From our everyday moments, to our celebrations to our milestones, the stories of our life help form who we are. http://bit.ly/22rO7lP

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Ditch the tacky tie! Instead, put your imagination to work and give Dad a gift that no other father will have. Need some ideas? Print a football, basketball, soccerball or baseball with he and the kids cheering on their favorite team. Gather his grandkids for a fun photo that can be printed on a coffee mug. He likes his morning cup of Joe now, but it’s about to become a whole lot better. Personalize a number of other meaningful gifts with photos and a personalized message that actually means something. Have something else in mind? We’d love to be your creative partner this Father’s Day. Together we’ll make this a tie-free day worth remembering. www.customsportsproducts.com

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We hope you and your family are enjoying a fun and sunny Memorial Day while remembering and honoring those who have served our country. Don't forget to snap all sorts of photos from the long holiday weekend! www.customsportsproducts.com

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Your college degree will document your academic achievements—it’s up to you to document the rest. College is about more than just your schoolwork. It’s also about your first home away from home, getting creative with your college budget, and the friends that you’ll make (and keep) along the way. So keep your camera close, take tons of photos, and ensure that, even after graduation day, you’ll remember the finest details of your college years. www.customsportsproducts.com

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With so many cameras at our disposal, from our smartphones to our own digital cameras, we take a lot of photos to chronicle our lives. A lot of organization is needed to preserve these photos and keep them safe all in one place. Here are some ways to keep all those digital photos safe: http://bit.ly/1TTELNI

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If there's one thing we love more than making memories, it's helping you share and preserve yours! Have questions about that new camera? Need help printing phone pics? Want help designing a photo book? Bring on the questions - our team of photography experts can't wait to help you out! www.customsportsproducts.com

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From your company’s corporate conference room or the boss’ corner office to your own desk or cubicle, we have high-class décor ideas and signage to spiff up any space. Whether it’s to land a new client, impress the boss, or just brighten up your own workweek, our custom and designer prints and collages are available on metal, canvas, acrylic and even bamboo. Update your office’s look with our help! www.customsportsproducts.com

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It’s difficult to express your gratitude for mom and all that she’s done in only one day. When she has given enough love and care to last your lifetime, where do you even start? How about with photos that remind her of some of your best memories? Photos are a personalized and versatile gift that show mom you cherish the time you’ve spent together. This Mother’s Day, give her a photo album or a frame full of memories that will make her smile. http://bit.ly/22rMSTI

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While not a new way to take a photo, the selfie has become more popular than ever. Here are 29 of the greatest selfies ever taken, which should give you ideas when taking your own: http://huff.to/1LXugRN

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Not sure what to do for Mother’s Day this year? No problem! We specialize in moms – and grandmas, aunts, sisters and other spectacular ladies in your life!

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We've all heard of photographing the wedding, but what about the proposal? One of the newest trends in wedding photography turns photographers into spies: http://nyti.ms/1TTDarg

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You and yours may be the sweetest part of your favorite photos, but mother nature has always been there to provide the perfect backdrop. Share your favorite photos of nature and tip your hat to our beautiful planet.

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They grow up so fast! Graduation is just around the corner. Celebrate your graduate by sending a memorable announcement that fits your grad's personal style. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind solution, we'd be happy to custom design an invitation just for you. http://bit.ly/1SYfrFB

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Don’t be afraid to play with the shutter speed to create some interesting effects. When taking a night time shot, use a tripod and try shooting with the shutter speed set at 4 seconds. You will see that the movement of the object is captured along with some light trails. If you choose a faster shutter speed of say 1/250th of a second, the trails will not be as long or bright; instead you will freeze the action. This technique works well if you are using a tripod and if you are photographing a moving object.

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Grab your bag and book a plane ticket – there’s no day like today to begin exploring the world. If you're traveling over borders, you'll need an updated passport, so don’t forget to take care of this important detail several months before you depart!

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Your phone’s default camera app isn’t the only camera app—and sometimes it’s not even the best camera app. Explore your phone’s app store for other camera apps that provide more extensive photo editing features, or better filters. Be sure to shop around and look at the app reviews before making the decision on which camera app is best for your needs. A new mobile camera app could be a simple and inexpensive answer to giving your photography the new and fresh feel you’ve been searching for! www.customsportsproducts.com

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Technology can be a life-saver, but along with the digital age comes digital nightmares. Don't lose the memories of yesterday - back them up! Here's why: http://bit.ly/1S8ctMz

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Printing on natural, eco-friendly materials is the latest way to display your photography and artwork. These solid wood panels add a contemporary design flare to your walls and make an impressive presentation for your imagery. Personally, we love how the wood grain shows through the image! Next time you have an empty wall to fill, give these a try!

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We hate to admit it, but most of us have piles of pictures, kids' artwork and loose photographs shoved in drawers, boxes and closets - but we keep putting off the project. Don't be afraid! Start by getting all the family photographs and memorabilia into one location, then begin sorting, condensing and organizing the items you want to hold onto. If you have only one copy of certain photos or documents, we can help you digitize them so each member of the family has a copy. If you have questions or need some direction - we're here to help!

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Let us be your creative partner in finding innovative ways to showcase your company’s history and accomplishments. From catchy signage to custom office décor, we can help turn your ho-hum space into one that promotes your brand and communicates a vision. www.customsportsproducts.com

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Great photographers have a lot to teach. Here are 10 quotes from photography legends: http://bit.ly/1mgXZOI

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So your LOVE the vintage look of Instagram borders and filters, (especially when you make cool products with these shots), but don't always like to post your shots for everyone to see? Here's a simple way to save them to your device and avoid sharing them! http://bit.ly/1SMykdD

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Check out this must-see self portrait that will blow you away! http://bit.ly/1mgY0Cf

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Tip: Shoot from different angles. Your mobile camera is small for a reason, so get creative! Take photos of your subject from several different angles—try shooting from above, below, inside, or outside. Watch your light source and shadows as you move around and use them to help add more dimension to your photos. Keep your mind open, experiment, and, who knows, you may find that your go-to perfect shot can be improved! http://www.masterphotousa.com/

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Back in the 80's and 90's we captured monumental occasions on large handheld video cameras – baby’s first steps, school concerts, vows at a wedding. Like many relics from our past, those VHS tapes were stuffed into boxes and forgotten – but the memories they hold last much longer than the technology built to relive them. Simply leave your dusty VHS tapes with us, and we’ll make them easy to view again on DVD. With reliable, compact storage, you can re-experience – and share – those first steps, family vacations, academic achievements and lifetime milestones with your loved ones over and over again. http://www.masterphotousa.com/

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Did your parents or grandparents capture memories on slides that you've inherited (or will someday)? Do you remember sitting in a dark room watching pictures projected on a screen while someone told the story of each photo? Chances are, now that you're older (& wiser), you're curious what those miniature photos look like today and wish you could hear your parents or grandparents tell those stories once again. Bring back those fond memories of your past by scanning the family's slides into digital JPG files so you can view images on any computer, tablet or phone, tag your siblings on Facebook!

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Do you ever wonder how people capture those 'perfectly posed' shots? Here's how… http://bit.ly/1KqYCKw

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Happy Valentine's Day to our customers, fans, friends, family and colleagues! Enjoy some time with your loved ones and don't forget to snap a couple pics!

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It’s difficult to turn your love for that special sports fan into a gift. What can you give them that is as meaningful as your feelings for them? How do you show them that you enjoy every moment you spend together, that you’d like to be with them for every moment to come? Give them a gift featuring your favorite memories together—from a photo ball to a sports key chain to sports bracelet. With a customized photo gift, you’ll show them that the times you’ve spent together were special, and that you look forward to the times you’ll spend together in the future.

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It’s true: Everyone loves teddy bears, chocolates, and flowers. But if you’re looking for a more personalized and thoughtful gift this Valentine’s Day, look no further than your phone or photo albums. Show your special someone that you cherish your time together: turn the memories of your first date into customized wall art, or the photos of your honeymoon into a photo book. Looking for a unique gift? Try a baseball, basketball, soccer ball, or football using our heart shaped mask!

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Decorating a room with photos has endless possibilities. Here are 50 ideas for decorating a room or home with photography: http://bit.ly/1Ur0Obp

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Your Instagram photos don’t have to be stuck on your phone. The square sizes of Instagram shots make them perfect for many creative and personalized products! Create a set of coasters from your last family reunion, or print your photos on canvas and show off your favorite vacation in a framed photo collage. Customize a set of greeting cards or thank you cards to send to your family and friends—the possibilities are endless! Don’t waste your Instagram photos: think outside the screen and turn them into personalized photo memoirs.

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DIY Tip: How to remove old photos from a sticky album. Step 1: Remove any clear protectors from the album page. Step 2: Aim a hair dryer a few inches away from the edge of the image or on the back side of the album page if possible. Blow dry on low setting for 30-45 seconds. (Do not point high heat directly at the photo). Step 3: Slowly and carefully peel off the photo from the page. Step 4: Still sticky? Use dental floss to loosen the image by pulling the floss back and forth under the photo. Once your photos are free - don't bury them in another album! We can help! Have them scanned to digital format so they are protected from environmental damage and are easy to share with others!

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Admit it: you're going to take at least a few selfies in your life. Enjoy these tips to look your best: http://on.allure.com/1FkyggQ

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New Year's Resolution: Be a better mobile photographer! This might seem like a no-brainer, but you'd be surprised at what your smartphone camera can do. Perhaps you're familiar with some of the basic operations, like switching between the camera and video modes, or turning your flash on and off. But did you know that your camera likely has some scene modes, too? Or panorama, HDR and other high-tech features? Don't be afraid to tinker with your iPhone or Android camera. It has plenty of memory for photos, so you can play with the different features, effects and settings and snap lots of photos and if you’ve got a newer model smartphone, chances are - it's jam packed full of features for you to discover. Soon, you'll know your way around the camera software like its second nature. And that's exactly what it should become - you don't want to miss any moments because you're busy fumbling with your camera's settings.