Top 25 Photographer Moms: 8 of 8

When Photography Became an Important Part of My Life

I took journalism back in college and was as a writer/photographer for the school publication. I learned photo processing and printing in the darkroom, so I'd say it's back then — 1999 until now that photography has been and is still an important part of my life.

What Makes a Great Family Photo 

The people in it and the spontaneous moments caught.

A Tip for Taking Photos of Kids

Eye-level shots are good as well as candids. Play with the kids and watch for those candid moments...you'll never know when he or she is going to flash a grin or show you those big round eyes. Take props with you, dress up, choose a lovely field, a sandbox or a snow-laden playground...go anywhere to shoot - shoot continuously and bring extra memory cards and batteries.

Favorite Posts

1. Daddy Moments — One of my behind-their-backs shot.
2. My Healthy photo on Current TV — This photo has gone a long way; from print to TV to being stolen and used by an appliance center for their truck!
3. A Photo Each Day - Portrait — One of my first portraits of my son....taken in 2004.

About This Blog

Dubai Family Portrait Lifestyle Photographer based in Dubai, UAE.

About This Blog

We are here to teach regular people how to take their fancy cameras off auto and photograph kids like the pros.

When Photography Became an Important Part of My Life

 I'd say that photography has always been something that has held my interest — before digital was even invented — but I really got into it after my 1st daughter was born back in '09. I wanted to capture every single moment of her life, and what better way than to take pictures?

What Makes a Great Family Photo

When a family is happy, relaxed and having fun — more likely than not you're going to get a great shot.

A Tip for Taking Photos of Kids

Patience & knowing what you're doing with your camera! Kids aren't going to do what you want them to do when you want them to do it — so you need to be ready for anything and have a firm grasp on your camera settings in order to capture them at their best.

Three Favorite Posts

1. good mom. bad mom
2. working mom love
3. just us- deep