More From Christmas

My decorations may be down, but my spirits are still high! And as such, I will share more pictures from my Christmas this year. These pictures will reflect the people side. Dad carving a turkey, my nephew playing with a new toy, which was later used by the adults (funny how that happens).

Today I am off to my last Christmas dinner. It should be a good time.

:) Roon-bop

Happy New Year

Well, to all of you: Happy New Year! I wish you all the best in 2009!

Lucky me was sick over new year's... yup that's right. But regardless I had a great time staying in with my husband and poochie.

I thought I would share some Christmas pictures I took over the holiday while visiting my family. I have to admit... I was lazy and definitely did not follow the rules I had set out for myself. I did however find some time to take pictures before the family came over and I did take a few pictures of the food being prepared... sort of! :) Its so hard. You're hanging out, taking time to relax enjoying conversation with the people around you, and then BAM! You realize you haven't even taken one photo... below are some photos I took.

I had a really great time using my new tripod. I set it up so that it would go really low. I am glad that my camera supports live view because there were times I was unable to look through the viewfinder, because it was so low and on a weird angle. I absolutely love the new tripod! I can't wait to use it at the dog park this summer!

:) Roon-bop

Christmas Photography

The Digital Photography School has posted 16 tips for Christmas Photography. It has inspired me to make plans for my Christmas photos.

1. I will bring my camera, new tripod, batteries, charger, USB key in case I need to unload at some point.
2. I will REMEMBER to take pictures. Every time I go to a personal event, I usually FORGET to take pictures, because I’m having so much fun. That is not going to happen this year and here’s how:

• I’m going to take pictures early in the event… before other family members arrive, I will take some time to take pictures of the Christmas tree, mom’s cookies, the dogs (because they are so fun to take pictures of), presents under the tree, decorations, etc. Also, because the night time comes so early, I’ll probably have time to get some pictures of Christmas lights outside (assuming it’s not too cold in Ottawa).
• I will have a list of things and moments I want to capture. I haven’t put enough time into this at the moment, but this will include what I have mentioned above, as well as moments of my nephew opening and enjoying his gifts, a picture of dinner (i.e. passing plates, etc). Usually my family doesn’t do much exciting for people photography. We usually just sit around and chat. The women are usually in the kitchen, so I’ll try to squeeze in there. Also, I have heard a rumour that my brother will be bringing Rock Band, which could make some great pictures.

Because my husband and I are visiting at Christmas (we live in Toronto, everyone is in Ottawa), this means lots of events, which leave little time for casual photography, but I’m going to try to squeeze in some time. I’ll be bringing my tripod, and my parent’s house is filled with things. Hopefully I will find something interesting that I can create into a beautiful abstract picture. That is what I’m going to try focusing on this winter. It is much too cold for me to hang out outside… I’m a big baby and I know it. I’d really like to find some time for that.

So, remember to visit the Digital Photography School’s website to check out their 16 tips. There is nothing new here, but a good reminder and in my case, also a good motivator to get my butt in gear!

:) Roon-bop