| How You Can Choose The Best Weight Loss Programs ? - Health - Weight Loss Posted: 12 Feb 2012 07:51 AM PST There are easy ways to lose weight and burn excess fat safely from your body which we will reveal to you in this article. You complained you are overweight and have tried dieting by eating once a day and recently you decided to switch to Diet Coke with the believe that it will help you lose weight, yet no result. You must have experience being weak from time to time from your frustrating attempts to lose weight. Do not despair! Help is on the way. This is the honest advice that I could give you about your best weight loss program. People do ask me about the best weight loss program not the healthiest weight loss program. The reason behind that could be everybody is determined to lose the weight, irrespective of complications involved. There is lot of talk nineteen to the dozen over the internet about weight loss but the best way to lose weight is ask the expert, let him or her make a customized diet and exercise plan for your healthy weight loss. I recommend you not to go for fad diets as they may do more harm than good to your body. Although, bowing to the pressure of the people asking me for the best weight loss program, here I go with some best weight loss techniques, meanwhile I have simplified to an extent so that you do not really need to worry about the thing while going for healthy weight loss. Losing weight is everything from science to art to mathematics to commerce, spirituality; finally, it's you who will determine the importance of each ingredient to your best weight loss program. There are many people who could be stated as experts in weight loss arena such as weight watchers, jenny Craig or e Diets the best weight loss program available in America. Before writing this article I tried to search for the best weight loss program and the results the I found were not even near to my query I do not understand what has happened to weight loss experts or they have been suppressed somewhere down to page20. I do not know about that, but I decided to write something which could help my followers understand weight loss tips and tricks. Although, I highly recommend to go for fitness or weight loss center There are some good points that will help you to keep you in good shape, even thought I won't say it would the best weight loss program unless it is customized for individual needs and wants, why ? Because you can't cover everything under one umbrella there are different people with different metabolism, lifestyle and activity level. How to lose belly fat There have been and will be lot of buzz around the word "how to lose belly fat" lot of infomercials, so called experts telling you all the secrets to get rid of annoying and loathsome belly fat. Discarding the theories projected by so called weight loss experts, there is no magical diet pill that could target abdominal fat in particular. Reason behind I decided to educate my valued subscriber and readers that there is no evidence behind the theory of "lose belly fat" pills. That is the reason; I want to inform you more about the reasons behind exploding waistline. Exercise is key..... Exercise for weight loss: any physical activity will facilitate fat loss for whole body including your tummy. Apart from anticipation, you can't just spot burn belly fat, fat burn will happen all over the body not just belly. Strict diet discipline: notwithstanding, weight loss program you follow, if you do not follow a specific diet plan, results are not going to be in your favor. Recent searches advocate that a diet with elevated percentage of monounsaturated fat (avocados, nuts, seeds, and soybeans, chocolate) be able to prevent the buildup of both types of belly fat. Although there are few diet experts argue, these are not the specific fats that could help reducing the bell fat but, anyone could reduce weight on lower calorie diet (regardless of where those calories come from)Visit:/weightloss/Tran's fats (margarine's, crackers, and cookies) anything made with partially hydrogenated oils) is found to induce deposition of belly fat, so the best way to lose weight is to stay away from them as much as you can. Soluble fiber (apples, oats, and cherries) lowers insulin levels, which, as mentioned earlier, can reduce the presence of cortisol in the stomach. Warnings The best weight loss program will consist of healthy diet plan and enhanced physical activity but you need to understand few things before you take the things in your hand. There are certain small risks involved with exercise. In the beginning, sit-up and crunches can actually aggravate the situation as it may look a bit more fatty than usual, the reason behind that is abdominal muscles grow in size and shape. Initially, muscles will push out against the fat, making it look bigger and loathsome. Always consult expert before commencing weight loss exercise regime. How to choose the best Weight Loss Programs When in doubt always ask the expert. This is the honest advice that I could give you about your best weight loss program. People do ask me about the best weight loss program not the healthiest weight loss program. The reason behind that could be everybody is determined to lose the weight, irrespective of complications involved. There is lot of talk nineteen to the dozen over the internet about weight loss but the best way to lose weight is ask the expert, let him or her make a customized diet and exercise plan for your healthy weight loss. I recommend you not to go for fad diets as they may do more harm than good to your body. Although, bowing to the pressure of the people asking me for the best weight loss program, here I go with some best weight loss techniques, meanwhile I have simplified to an extent so that you do not really need to worry about the thing while going for healthy weight loss. Losing weight is everything from science to art to mathematics to commerce and spirituality; but finally, it's you who will determine the importance of each ingredient to your best weight reduction exercise. Before writing this article I tried to search for the best program and the results the I found were not even near to my query I do not understand what has happened to fitness experts or they have been suppressed somewhere down to page20. I do not know about that, but I decided to write something which could help my followers understand weight loss tips and tricks. Although, I highly recommend going for fitness center there are some good points that will help you to keep you in good shape, even thought I shall not say it would the best program unless it is customized for individual needs and wants, why? Because you cannot cover everything under one umbrella there are different people with different metabolism, lifestyle and activity level. How to lose belly fat There have been and will be lot of buzz around the word "how to lose belly fat" lot of infomercials, so called experts telling you all the secrets to get rid of annoying and loathsome belly fat. Discarding the theories projected by so called weight loss experts, there is no magical diet pill that could target abdominal fat in particular. Reason behind I decided to educate my valued subscriber and readers that there is no evidence behind the theory of "lose belly fat" pills. That is the reason; I want to inform you more about the reasons behind exploding waistline. Exercise is key to lose stubborn Belly Fat any physical activity will facilitate fat loss for whole body including your tummy. Apart from anticipation, you can't just spot burn belly fat, fat burn will happen all over the body not just belly. If you do crunches, it strengthens the muscles and burns the belly fat earlier than other parts of the body. Strict diet discipline: notwithstanding, which fitness program you follow, if you do not follow a specific diet plan, results are not going to be in your favor. Recent searches advocate that a diet with elevated percentage of monounsaturated fat (avocados, nuts, seeds, and soybeans, chocolate) be able to prevent the buildup of both types of belly fat. Although there are few diet experts argue, these are not the specific fats that could help reducing the bell fat but, anyone could reduce weight on lower calorie diet (regardless of where those calories come from)Soluble fiber (apples, oats, and cherries) lowers insulin levels, which, as mentioned earlier, can reduce the presence of cortisol in the stomach. Warnings The best weight loss program will consist of healthy diet plan and enhanced physical activity but you need to understand few things before you take the things in your hand. There are certain small risks involved with exercise. In the beginning, sit-up and crunches can actually aggravate the situation as it may look a bit more fatty than usual, the reason behind that is abdominal muscles grow in size and shape. Initially, muscles will push out against the fat, making it look bigger and loathsome. Always consult expert before commencing weight loss exercise regime. Life Style Change? 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| Chroma key Photography Tips and Tricks - Computers - Software Posted: 11 Feb 2012 07:48 AM PST Chroma Key photography refers to the process of digitally replacing the background image in a photograph with any other selected image. You also call it as Green Screen Photography. Photographers deploy this technique to create a unique and striking cinematography. Techniques to add effects to photographs: It is a fun loving activity to embellish your photographs with visual effects. A photographer should first photograph scenery that he wants to replace with the background of a subject. After you have collected quality pictures, you can now place your subject against the green or blue screen background in the studio. However, a photographer should ensure that the subject should not wear blue or green color used in the background. The foreground subject as well the background should have proper lighting. You can use light of around 250 to 600 watts. This is to avoid any kind of dark shadows on the face of a subject or dark spots on the background screen. A well-ironed background screen cloth properly masks the selected image at the background. A photographer should deploy a high quality camera that focuses a subject clearly. A clearly focused subject and background image makes a picture attractive. After taking the picture, you can then replace the background image digitally .A photograph can use overlay effects. To use overlay effects you need to capture and record an image. Edit the image and merge it with your photograph. Example, if you want to show your subject sitting in the midst of flowers, you can merge the picture of flowers around the subject. You can also make a subject invisible by covering his face with the cloth of a blue or green color that you use in the background. One can even make a person giant by making the buildings or other surroundings small digitally. A person can even use a cloning effect by taking two separate images of a subject. You can use the second image in the background in such a way so that these two images together give a cloning effect. There are many other effects that you can use with chroma key photography and make extensive use of creativity. 0  | | Siof Posted: 10 Feb 2012 09:40 AM PST
| News Alert: Obama Administration Plans to Offer 'Accommodation' on Birth Control Rule, Officials Say Posted: 10 Feb 2012 07:50 AM PST Breaking News Alert The New York Times Friday, February 10, 2012 -- 9:55 AM EST ----- Obama Administration Plans to Offer 'Accommodation' on Birth Control Rule, Officials Say The Obama administration is set to announce today an attempt at an "accommodation" meant to calm anger from conservatives about a new administration rule that would require health insurance plans, including those offered by Roman Catholic institutions, to provide birth control to women free of charge, administration officials said. Read More:
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New York, NY 10018 Copyright 2012 The New York Times Company  | | Portrait Photography Tips and Tricks - Hobbies - Photography Posted: 10 Feb 2012 07:45 AM PST Would you like to improve your portrait photography? Knowing how to set up your camera and lighting to take quality pictures is just one of many steps. You also have to pose your subject while helping them feel relaxed and comfortable. Having great technical skills is a good start, but personal skills will also go a long way when photographing people. Let's look at some things you'll have to consider to take good portraits. If you're taking your portraits in a studio be sure to set up everything before your subject arrives. Making your subject wait can make them feel anxious and even annoyed. These negative feelings will show up in the photographs. Get the lighting right. Have some props. Props can be used to make your subject feel more comfortable. Many people will relax more quickly if they're given something to do with their hands. If you're using a backdrop have it in place before the person arrives. If you're shooting outside of your studio, try to familiarize yourself with the location before the shoot. Walk around the area and get ideas for pictures. You should plan a general look and feel for the portraits before the photo shoot. When your subject arrives discuss those ideas with them and get feedback. These original ideas often change, but they're good to set you in a direction for the photography session. Don't be afraid to give your subject directions. Most people need to be posed for photographs. Many, if left to their own devices, will appear slouchy in pictures. Having your subject lean slightly forward will help stop them from slouching. While you're taking the pictures talk to our subject about their interests. Getting to know them better will help them feel more comfortable. Eventually, they may forget about the camera all together. If someone is uncomfortable having their portrait taken it really shows up in the picture. It's important that you go out of your way to help them relax. Be creative. Creative portraits that break the rules can be very effective. Try different camera angels. Change the lighting. Use filters. See what works best for the mood your trying to capture. Some portraits may just include the person's hands. In some portraits the face fills the whole picture. Photography is a creative art. Once you know the rules don't be afraid to break them. As you make changes, be confident without being bossy. This will help your subject trust your decisions and be more willing to follow your instructions. Combining these skills with the technical skills you already have will help make you the most popular portrait photographer in town. 0  | | Siof Posted: 09 Feb 2012 09:33 AM PST
| Mountain Photography: Tips and Tricks Part 1 - Hobbies - Photography Posted: 09 Feb 2012 07:40 AM PST In the last couple of months, I have been receiving a lot of e-mails from photographers asking what equipment I use in the mountains and whether I have any special tips or techniques when shooting in the Himalaya. So this post covers some tips and tricks to get better photographs in the mountains. Tip 1: Don't keep your camera in the bagMany photographers, n order to protect their equipment, keep it in a camera bag when they are out shooting. This is the wrong thing to do because invariably the moment will be gone by the time the camera is taken out of the bag! So keep the camera and one lens around your neck and keep the rest of the equipment in the bag to be used if needed. You will need to select that lens you want to use before starting out! Tip 2: Simplify your equipmentI have seen a lot of photographers in the field with a full bag of lenses: wide angle, prime normal, zoom, telephoto etc. The problem of carrying such a lot of equipment is that you are invariably spoiled for choice and by the time you decide what to use the moment may have passed you once again! I recently did a seventeen day trek and photo assignment in the Everest region of Nepal. I carried a Nikon D90 body and a 16-85 Nikon VR lens. More than 90% of my photos were taken with this combination. In my backpack I had a Nikon D80 back up body with a 50 f 1.8 lens which was never used! And around my waist in a pouch I had a 70-300 Nikon VR lens which was used for the remaining 10% of the shooting. Having simplified the equipment I was not needed to make any choices and could concentrate on getting the photograph! Tip 3: Shooting into the lightMountains present a lot of opportunity for back lit photography. However the biggest enemy of backlit shooting is flare. So you need to protect you lens. How? Use a lens hood - this may not always work! Remove the UV filter if you can as sometimes flare does come from the filter if it is not properly multicoated Try to shield the lens from direct sun by stepping into the shade if possible. And if this is not possible you can try as I do by using my left hand to keep the sun away from the lens. Make sure that your hand does not come in the photo! Better still if you have a friend with you ask him to shield your lens and then you can use both hands to take the photo! Tip 4: F8 and be thereBasically this famous photography axiom asks you to be ready to shoot. So rather than adjust white balance, aperture, shutter speed , metering modes, focus modes etc before taking a photo, you to need to set all this before hand. On a normal day in the Himalaya, I will usually set the following before I start out: WB auto, ISO auto set to maximum of 800, aperture priority around 5.6 or so, matrix metering, AF-S for single focus. This allows me to shoot in most situations provide the light is reasonable. And, if I have time I would bracket three to four exposure either by using auto bracketing or manually -0.3, -0.7, -0.1, +0.3, + 0.7. This usually nails the photograph right in the camera.Tip 5: Use the light to your advantage In the mountains, the early morning light and late evening light is usually very flattering and I have to confess that I am partial to the late evening light before sun down. Sometimes you need to wait for the right light. A lot of mountain landscapes are made due to the patience of the photographer. It also helps to know how the subject will look at a certain time of day. For example, certain monasteries in Ladakh get the western sun and so look best in the evening. Similarly, the Sandakphu view near Darjeeling has an amazing amount of warmth and texture when seen in the evening light. Tip 6: Don't put away your camera in bad weatherMountain weather is unpredictable. There may be bright sunshine in the morning and snow and sleet in the afternoon. Sometimes great photos are taken in inclement weather. If you are shooting in the rain or snow try to protect your camera by covering it with a cloth or a temporary plastic cover. When I am walking and it is raining or snowing I keep my camera over my shoulder inside my jacket so that I can take it out and shoot as needed. When you get back to camp, remove the plastic, wipe the camera and lens clean with a dry cloth and leave in the open for it to breathe and the moisture to dry out. Tip 7: BatteriesBatteries are a major problem in the Himalaya. Ideally you need to carry two batteries with you as often on long treks you do not have access to electricity to charge batteries. At night it often helps to take the batteries out of the camera and put it into a warm jacket or sleeping bag. And on the subject of batteries and extending battery life, stop looking at the LCD after every shot! In the Himalaya to save batteries my LCD is disabled and comes on only when I press the button. Also avoid scrolling through all the photos at camp every night as this drains the battery as well! Tip 8: If you can, take along a small table top light weight tripodIdeally most photographers would recommend a full heavy weight tripod but I have given this up in the Himalaya a long time ago! It is too heavy to carry and also in some situations difficult to set up. So I have a small Slik table top which can also fit into a jacket pocket which I use when I need support. The Joby Gorilla pod is also an option and has the advantage of flexible legs! Tip 9: Finally, don't get mesmerized by the mountain ranges look for detail near you as wellOften in a mountain environment, we tend to get mesmerized by the sheer beauty of the mountain ranges and shoot them as much as we can: at sunrise, at sunset, during the day. However, very often there is a lot of interesting details in the rocks, flowers, plants etc in the terrain through which we walk. Very often it is possible to combine this in a wide angle view to create a spectacular shot which is out of the ordinary. So don't put the mountain in the top of the frame every time and shoot! My outfit, South Col Expeditions, is running a five day trek cum photo workshop in the Annapurna hills of Nepal in December 2012. Those of you who may be interested please do visit /Treks-Nepal/Trekking-Annapurna or e-mail me at for more information. 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| 4 Simple and Effective Digital Photography Tips and Tricks - Hobbies - Photography Posted: 08 Feb 2012 07:37 AM PST You just purchased a brand new, state-of-the-art digital camera, charged the battery, fiddled with a few buttons and started snapping away. But hold your horses, your photos aren't turning out to be the artistic impressions you've been dreaming of... Let me talk you through four top tips for taking more interesting and memorable pictures... Tip 1: Make your Pictures UniqueIf you're photographing a popular subject that's been snapped a thousand times before, try a different angle. When shooting a landscape, don't just point and shoot - lie on the ground and shoot from there to give a worm's eye view or climb up high for a bird's eye view. In this example, /Day/63 the photographer shoots straight up the middle of the runner bean poles. Isn't that more interesting than shooting head-on? Get in closer and pick out details - in short, get creative with your angles! Tip 2: Experiment with Various Exposure SettingsBy exploring the different exposure settings of your camera, make pictures look more brilliant with 0.5 to 2 stops underexposure in bright surroundings, other scenes will benefit from more clarity with some overexposure. Simple exposure level tuning can express different moods in your pictures. To get a really good grasp of various exposure levels, take several pictures of the same scene with different exposure levels and study your results. Tip 3: BlurBy intentionally and creatively introducing blur to a photograph, you can bring extra clarity to important features. This can be done in two basic ways:-1. Depth-of-Field Blur - This is achieved by varying the lens aperture between 0.4 and 1.4, creating a lovely, soft background blur and bringing the foreground subject sharply into focus. This example /Day/71 keenly focuses on the insect and the flower it sits on, while giving only vague impressions of background aspects. 2. Movement Blur - By setting the camera exposure to shutter priority and keeping it slow, capture interesting streaks as the subject moves in front of the camera. Tip 4: Create Something Out of NothingAs an exercise, this encourages you to take a step back and rethink how you can create stunning pictures out of everyday objects. Here's an example of a shot taken for a kitchen assignment /Day/75 Getting close up to an everyday item makes these peppercorns infinitely more interesting. Take a fresh look at common elements around you, such as lines, space and patterns - roads, bridges, trees, railings, etc. Can you see the creative possibilities growing before your eyes?! Now that you have some insight into digital photography tips and tricks, there's one thing left to do - grab your camera and put our tips into practice! 0  | | News Alert: Rick Santorum Wins Minnesota Republican Caucus Posted: 07 Feb 2012 08:07 PM PST Breaking News Alert The New York Times Tuesday, February 7, 2012 -- 10:40 PM EST ----- Rick Santorum Wins Minnesota Republican Caucus Rick Santorum has won Minnesota's Republican caucus, giving him a second big win on Tuesday night and adding to the headache for Mitt Romney and his hopes of quickly wrapping up the Republican presidential nomination.
Mr. Santorum's victory in Minnesota — a state that Mr. Romney won easily in 2008 — came shortly after he was declared the easy victor in Missouri, where he trounced his rivals in the Republican primary.
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New York, NY 10018 Copyright 2012 The New York Times Company  | | News Alert: Federal Appeals Court Rules California's Ban on Gay Marriage Is Unconstitutional Posted: 07 Feb 2012 10:43 AM PST Breaking News Alert The New York Times Tuesday, February 7, 2012 -- 1:16 PM EST ----- Federal Appeals Court Rules California's Ban on Gay Marriage Is Unconstitutional A federal appeals court panel ruled Tuesday that a voter-approved ban on gay marriage in California violated the Constitution, all but ensuring that the case will proceed to the United States Supreme Court. Read More:
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| Photography Tips and Tricks - Technology Posted: 07 Feb 2012 07:34 AM PST Photography Tips A lot of people would find a digital camera an affordable and useful gadget nowadays. With the new models coming in every now and then and the price getting lower, people can now afford to buy one. Don't you want to take your photos to the next level and amaze your friends and loved ones on how you did it. Well I read a couple of books and would share some tips on how to take better photos. Take it off center The usual photos of people that we take always places the subject in the middle of the picture. This is one thing that you should avoid doing. Why don't you place them a little to the right or left and see how it makes a dramatic change to the boring picture. You may also do this with sunsets or when taking pictures of the ocean. Place the horizon off center. Emphasize the sky more or the water more. This wy it does not look like any other photo that you have seen. Find other angles Don't be afraid to move. Look for other interesting angles that will emphasize your subject more. Shoot from above or below and you'll notice that your photos will look even better. Frame your shots When you're shooting the ever so normal sunset, you may want to place something to frame it to make it different. Example of this is an arching tree or a row of huts. You may also place people in the scene to make it more interesting and to make it different and unique. I have found a really neat eBook that you may want to check out to learn more about Photography tips and tricks. I have found this book very useful in taking my hobby into the next level. Digital Photography Secrets is the title of the eBook and aimed at beginners who would want to further enhance their skills in Photography. Another eBook that I also read was Digital Photography Success. You may want to check them out and I'm sure you'll find lots of information, tips and tricks that you'll enjoy and make use of when you're out with your camera and taking those once in a lifetime shot. For more of this tips head on to the Checkthemoney blog and start making lots of money online. 0  | | Siof Posted: 06 Feb 2012 09:20 AM PST
| Digital Photography Tips and Tricks Part 5 - Keeping Your Camera Dry - Hobbies - Photography Posted: 06 Feb 2012 07:31 AM PST Looking for some digital photography tips and tricks? In this series I present some practical tips to you that help get the most out of your digital camera. Taking outside pictures can be exhilarating. You can make beautiful pictures of some landscapes, a setting sun or dark clouds. When those dark clouds start providing us with rain, it becomes a little more challenging. You can still take beautiful pictures, but you will need to keep your camera dry. Keeping the camera dry becomes very difficult when the weather is not good. Whether you are an amateur or professional photographer the following tips will help you keep your camera dry. So, if you love to take photos of the natural world in bad weather, follow the below advice. Digital Photography Tip #1: Lens Hoods & Filters When you are taking photos while it is raining, it is important to keep the rain off the lens to avoid poor image quality. What you really need under these circumstances is a UV lens filter. It will protect your lens while a lens hood will help to shield the front end from falling rain. The UV filters are great. You can simply screw them onto the end of your lens and it will allow you to wipe the front end often, without the risk of damaging the expensive lens. These types of filters are pretty cheap and if they become damaged, you can simply throw them away. Digital Photography Tip #2: Carry a Lens Cloth In order to wipe the rain you can carry a micro fibber lens cloth. The chamois leather is also absorbent and ideal for mopping up raindrops on cameras and lens barrels. The advantage of using lens clothes is that you can use them without scratching the lens or filter. You should also carry a second cloth to keep your hands dry or wipe away any dirt. Digital Photography Tip #3: Use An Umbrella If you go to cover a match or the similar events, you can carry a large golf umbrella. The golf umbrellas are ideal for keeping you and your camera dry and out of the rain. They also prove useful for shielding your cameras from strong winds and help to prevent camera shake. One disadvantage of it is that you will need at least one free hand to hold the umbrella. Unless, of course, you bring your tripod. Digital Photography Tip #4: Change Your Lens Under Cover You must be careful enough so that rain does not enter your digital camera. To prevent the rain getting on your sensor you should always change lenses under cover. This will prevent any rain, dust etc to enter your camera. Either get out of the rain completely, or use some kind of improvised shelter. You must be so careful when opening your camera to change lenses outdoors, it is not worth the risk. Rain can be very, very damaging to your digital camera. But some of the above digital photography tips and tricks should make sure you are prepared. You shouldn't avoid going out when it is cloudy. After all, you can often get great shots just before 'hell breaks loose'. But make sure you know what you need to do if the weather turns out to be nastier than expected. 0  | | News Alert: Giants Edge Patriots to Win Super Bowl, 21-17 Posted: 05 Feb 2012 07:26 PM PST Breaking News Alert The New York Times Sunday, February 5, 2012 -- 9:57 PM EST ----- Giants Edge Patriots to Win Super Bowl, 21-17 In their second Super Bowl matchup in five seasons, Eli Manning and the Giants triumphed over Tom Brady and the Patriots, with Ahmad Bradshaw scoring a touchdown in the closing minute of the fourth quarter that pushed the Giants to a victory. Read More:
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| Digital Photography Tips and Tricks Part 1 -- Vacation Photography - Hobbies - Photography Posted: 05 Feb 2012 07:28 AM PST Going on holiday? Looking for digital photography tips and tricks? Who does not want to snap a few shots during his or her vacation? Almost every traveler likes taking pictures on vacation. Some of them take it a step further. If you are going for vacation and are taking your digital camera with you, the following information will be invaluable to you. Going through the information you will learn how to transform your trip photography into an elegant and artistic presentation of your memories. Digital Photography Tips and Tricks #1: Think of a Short Story Whether you will be on vacation with your family or friends, whether it is a city-trip or a beach holiday, you should think of your photography as a sort of a story. Your vacation story that has a beginning, a middle and an end. Keeping this in mind will help you think chronologically and your photos will reflect this chronology. Digital Photography Tips and Tricks #2: Think of the People One of my friends returned from his vacation last week and back home he discovered that he did not get a single photo with his wife. It so happens. We often take photos of sky, sea, beaches, trees, but forget to snap our companions. So, apart from the skylines, the sunsets, and the sights get the people too. When you will be back from your vacation, you would certainly look back and remember your trip. You will want to remember your travel companions, whether they are your friends, family members, or kids. May be you are the key figure in the vacation story. So, do not forget to take pictures of yourself, too. Back home you will want to remember your participation in the journey as more than an invisible observer. You can use the self-timer feature on your camera, or you can try and hold the camera at arm's length to take your picture. Digital Photography Tips and Tricks #3: Bring Different Cameras Try to bring several different cameras on your trip away. A simple camera is enough to take photos. But if you have a D-SLR camera, you would be able to shoot quick and candid photos. With such a camera, you can capture every fleeting moment. So, if you bring different types of cameras, you can capture more artful shots, and you'll have greater control over the presentation of the most scenic points of our trip. Thus, for more varied & interesting photographs, use different cameras. Digital Photography Tips and Tricks #4: Look for Symbolic Objects A photographer always remains alert about what happens around him. So, look for the objects that have strong symbolic value to evoke the feelings of your trip. A shot of a sandal half-buried in the sand at the beach, for example, can have a more powerful narrative function than a panoramic view of the ocean. Thus, look for ways to present your surroundings and subjects in subtle, more interesting ways. These are just some simple tips and tricks, and they may seem too simple to be effective. I guess that's part of the secret to it. They are so obvious that people do not keep them in mind. But apply these digital photography tips and tricks consciously on your next vacation and you will see that magic can happen. With a bit of chronology and use of symbolism, even if it needs to be orchestrated, will lift your vacation photography up to that next level. Shot in the right and chronological way, the pictures will tell your story for you, people will be amazed by what you can accomplish and you won't put your viewers to sleep while narrating the slide show of your latest vacation, either! 0  | | News Alert: Mitt Romney Wins Decisively in Nevada Caucuses Posted: 04 Feb 2012 07:29 PM PST Breaking News Alert The New York Times Saturday, February 4, 2012 -- 10:02 PM EST ----- Mitt Romney Wins Decisively in Nevada Caucuses Mitt Romney scored a sweeping victory in Nevada today with a broad coalition of voters that included groups that he has struggled to win in previous contests, including very conservative voters, strong Tea Party supporters and evangelicals.
The victory extends the momentum Mr. Romney received from his commanding victory in Florida last Tuesday, and pushes forward his march toward the Republican nomination.
Mr. Romney's rivals largely conceded the state before the results were known, with some leaving Nevada to campaign in Colorado and Minnesota. Mr. Romney, who won Nevada in 2008, had never given up the lead in polls here.
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| Photography Tips And Tricks - How To Improve Your Photography Skill Within 7 Days - Hobbies - Photography Posted: 04 Feb 2012 07:26 AM PST The photographer must understand the camera he/she is using as the very first step in order to improve the photography tips and tricks within the shortest time possible and mostly as the very first trick. Read the camera manual and understand every instruction mostly given by the manufacturer before using it. This makes it easier when using the camera thus improving the outcome of the work done. When the photographer understands the camera well improvement of photography tips and tricks are easier and faster.Learn more about Photography Tips and Tricks now.It requires handwork and determination to improve photography tips and tricks within shortest time possible. To improve photography skills you need to keep in mind the basics requirements of this art. Light is one of the basic requirements to understand as the first step in improving the photography tips and tricks. The photographer is required to put in mind when to use the camera flash or when not to use.In line with i mproving photography tips and tricks practice is a must. Practice by taking as many photos as possible to compare the quality and try to improve on the areas considered not well done. By the second day make sure you are familiar with camera, its functions and different picture qualities it can produce. Improving the photography tips and tricks depends on how often the photographer is practicing.Photography tips and tricks also include having to the importance of distance which helps in focusing. The size of objects determines the distance the photographer keeps when taking photos. Improve in speed, sometimes photography tips and tricks requires that in some instances things are moving very fast and therefore in order to get every moment of the event speed of the photographer matters a lot.Join the professionals in this field and get to learn they have photography tips and tricks as they have a lot in this field 0  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
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