Does your child want a fun Valentine to exchange in their classroom? These Photo Valentines are a unique and memorable project to do together! Diamond Ring Erasers are the perfect non-candy Valentine favor for kids, and there are plenty of cute slogans to use: “You’re a Gem!” or “Put A Ring On It” or just…
Why You Don’t Need To Buy A Camera On Black Friday – Understanding DSLR Bundle “Deals”
Are you looking for a camera deal this holiday weekend? Are you searching the Black Friday ads and frustrated that nothing seems like a screaming deal? Let me take off all the pressure and explain why you don’t need to buy a DSLR on Black Friday. Here’s what you need to know about Black Friday…
How To Photograph Fireworks On a DSLR Camera
Are you hoping to capture some fireworks this year? These tips will show you exactly how to use manual mode on your DSLR camera to choose the right exposure settings. You can do it! Here are 7 tips for shooting fireworks.
Camera-Themed Home Decor – Gifts For Photography Lovers
Our homes are a place that reflects what we love, right? If you love photography, you should definitely have some camera-themed home decor! I don’t expect anyone to go all-out here, but I do think a well-placed pillow or trinket is what makes a home truly your own. Check out these ideas for camera-themed and…
Acorns App Review – A great way to save for a new camera or lens!
Let’s just be upfront: Photography is an expensive hobby. But the Acorns App can help you save for the new gear you want, effortlessly! Although I don’t think you *have* to have expensive equipment, there are definitely some things that are worth investing in. You might have a fancy camera or new lens on your…
Our 2017 Christmas Cards – Get Them Ordered in Less Than An Hour With Shutterfly
It’s the holiday season, and I love the tradition of sending and receiving cards from our loved ones. This is my fourth year using Shutterfly for our holiday cards, and I just feel like they are the perfect mix of great quality and a good price point. Their designs are cute and modern, plus they…
Black Friday & Cyber Monday – Photography Deals 2018
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are here! I’ve rounded up all the deals I could find on cameras, gear, classes, bags, and more! *this post contains affiliate links for your convenience, at no cost to you. QUICK JUMP BY CATEGORY How Black Friday Camera Deals Work Deals on DSLR Cameras Deals on Photography Education…
Click Magazine: My Favorite Photography Resource for Moms – and a coupon code!
I want to tell you about my very favorite photography resource for moms – Click Magazine! It’s a gorgeous magazine for female photographers, or as their tagline says, “for the modern photograp[her].” Click Magazine is inspiring and educational: every single issue gives you information and content that helps you be a better photographer! Whether you’re…
Snap Happy Halloween Costume Parade 2017
Welcome to the 2017’s Fourth Annual “Snap Happy Halloween” Costume Parade! These are just a few of the pictures that were tagged, submitted from private accounts, or posted on social media. Thank you for participating! It’s always fun to see your costumes and creativity – there are some really talented moms out there! I can’t…
Snap Happy Halloween Costume Parade – 2017 Call For Entries
Halloween is coming – and I know you’re getting “snap happy” with pictures of your goblins and ghosts… so come join the costume parade! This blog is all about encouraging moms to use their cameras, and I want to see your cute kids and pass along some love for your photos! This is the official…
2018 Class Resources
Hey friends! Glad you came over to get some more resources. LENS RECOMMENDATIONS Most moms start with the kit lens that came with your camera – but it’s woefully inadequate for wide f-stops or shooting indoors… both of things moms want to do! Here’s what I recommend instead. You need a “fast” lens – meaning…
CLOUD SYNCING & CLOUD STORAGE OPTIONS FOR YOUR PHOTO LIBRARY
If you have multiple devices in your home – and we all probably do – then you definitely want an easy way to share photos from one device to another. Cloud Syncing, Cloud Sharing, and Cloud Storage services allow for your photo library to “live” online, so that you can access your photos from multiple…
CLOUD BACKUP – BEST ONLINE BACKUP OPTIONS FOR FAMILY PHOTOS
Online Backup: we all know we need it, but there are so many options that it can be overwhelming! This post explains the best options for automatic, online backup storage services for families and personal use. Using a cloud backup for family photos gives you peace of mind that your memories will be safe, no…
5 Ways To Use Chatbooks Right Now
I love Chatbooks because they are the EASIEST ways to create quick photo albums. Seriously – they are fast, cheap, good quality, and totally child friendly. You can even have it automatically pull photos from social media or your phone’s camera roll. If you’re not familiar with Chatbooks, they are cute square photo albums that…
Amazon Prime Day Deals 2017
Yay! Prime day 2017 is here! I’m posting all the Prime Day deals I’m seeing here on this page Keep in mind that lightning deals go fast though, so act quickly! There are SO many good things out there! Snap Happy Mom may earn a commission from purchases on the links shared here – but…