Happy Wednesday everyone! I've got a super duper giveaway I think you are all going to love today, holla!
So let me ask, how many of you have one of those fancy DSLR cameras and just aren't sure how to use it? There are so many buttons and settings on these cameras, right? And lenses...which ones do you have? Which ones do you need? Well, if you feel like you don't know your camera at all or you just want to learn how to use it for all it is worth or hey, maybe you just want to learn how to take those beautiful photographs just like the professionals than you need Katie Evans to the rescue!!
Katie Evans is an amazing photographer who has come out with her very own book called, The Key to Taking Pictures Like a Professional Photographer...sounds good right! Well it is!! If you haven't heard of her yet you need to head over to her blog stat. She not only shares some beautiful photography with all of us over there but she is also super sweet to offer up many, and I mean many, tips on how to take and get great pictures.
One of my favorite blog posts is her '5 ways to improve your child photography'...the pictures are stunning and the tips are great (see the photo above!) She also has a great post on how to make those gorgeous black and white photos we all love to look at her and her latest post really called to me, '5 tips to taking beautiful newborn pictures in the hospital'. I'll definitely be re-reading these tips come June!!
So are you interested in taking a peek at this great book?
Inside it she talks about Lighting, Composition and even Editing...
She even talks about lenses and includes pictures of what kind of shot each lens takes. And framing and composition...oh man, there is sooo much good info and so much that I need to continually practice...which is cool cause I have some great subjects named Noah, Penelope and Eloise :-)
Today Katie Evans is so generous to offer up TWO of her ebooks, The Key to Taking Pictures Like a Professional Photographer, to TWO of you!! Told you this was a great giveaway!
To enter:
1. Leave a comment and tell me what kind of camera you own!
That's it!!!! So easy :-)
**Make sure you leave an email address so you can get your book via email!!
Oh, and if you want to go ahead and buy the book, Katie is offering 20% off her ebook to Smashed Peas and Carrots readers if you use the exclusive coupon code, peasandcarrots, at check out! This offer is good only for 1 week!!!
Giveaway ends Saturday, February 25 2012 at 8 am
Good Luck!!
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I have a Canon DSLR -- which I have no idea how to use and would LOVE to learn!! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI have a NIKON D3000 and a newborn at home. I need all the help I can get.
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon PowerShot SX110 IS. What a mouthful!
ReplyDeleteI have a cannon and never seem to get off auto. Would live to learn how to make my photos look like a rock star!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Digital Rebel XT. One of Canon's original digital DSLR and I have no clue how to use it!
ReplyDeleteI use a Nikon D90 and I want to be better! (-:
ReplyDeleteI just bought a Canon Rebel T2i about 2 weeks ago. I would love to have this book. All of these buttons and features can be overwhelming. :) Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D90 - learning to use it better is on my resolution list for this year! Thanks for the chance to win this book!
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel T2i, I love it but don't know how to use it! Hope I win!
ReplyDeleteI have a canon rebel xsi. I took a class a few years ago which taught me how to shoot in manual, but I need to brush up my skills and am ready to learn some more! I hope I win! rjbwilson@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteCanon 60D - but I still need to learn how to use it!
ReplyDeleteI've got a Canon Rebel EOS [numbers I forget], haha ... I only have the original lens, but want a macro and a bigger zoom badly! I tend to shoot on auto, but do use manual focus.
ReplyDeleteI took History of Photography in school, but everything we learned was for film - and my digiskillz don't extend past normal shooting. Would love to learn more tricks! :o)
quarterback.girl[at]gmail[dot]com
Nikkon D60. I've had it for 5 years and am still not totally sure how to use all the functions. This book would be GREAT!
ReplyDeleteI have a Sony S7000, it's not great, I know, but I want to buy a Nikon soon.
ReplyDeleteGreat giveaway, I really like Katie!
anita_ikv(@)hotmail(.)com
Ohhh me please! I got a Nikon D5100 for Christmas and I need all the help I can get with it.
ReplyDeletekittycatsandairplanes at gmail dot com
My wonderful Mama just passed down her awesome camera to me when she upgraded, so I don't have a clue how to use it... some kind of fancy Nikon with too many bells and whistles! I need some help and would love this book!
ReplyDeletequeenieh@aol.com
I own a Sony a550. Love it but would love some tips on how to use it better.
ReplyDeleteI have a Kodak Z740. Someday the DSLR......
ReplyDeleteI have a Panasonic point and shoot digital camera. I'm hoping to get a dslr someday. My hubby said though that having a good camera does not automatically mean you'll take better pictures. So I've been waiting on the new camera. But maybe if I had this book, it would help! Thanks for the giveaway. Looks awesome!
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel T3i. :)
ReplyDelete-jgenobl@g.clemson.edu
I have a Nikkon D40, I love it and would love to learn how to take more professional pics!!!! Thanks for the giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon dSLR. I pretend that I know how to use it, but after seeing how all my Christmas photos came out I realized that I have absolutely no clue! :)
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon coolpix S8200 point and shoot. And sometimes I take my husband's canon 30D hostage, but don't REALLY know what I'm doing with that big boy (the camera... not my husband!) michelleelings(at)comcast(dot)net :)
ReplyDeleteWell I am searching for one currently on e-bay, i have an old one and my droid phone. However this caught my eye because my brither in-in-law is trying to learn to take neat pictures. He is always posting one up on facebook. haha.
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel T2i and no clue what I am doing. Thanks
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Scrapping42@yahoo.com
I have a Canon Rebel T2i and no clue what I am doing. Thanks
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Scrapping42@yahoo.com
I have a Sony Alpha 390. Thank you for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Powershot G12, but I'm hoping to upgrade to a DSLR someday soon. I also have my dad's old Canon SLR (film) that he used when I was a kid.
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel T2i and love it! But I'd love a chance to learn more about it!
ReplyDeletetaylor.diana@gmail.com
I have a Nikon D7000. I'm always interested in learning and enhancing my skills.
ReplyDeleteMy baby is a Nikon D90 and I am in love!! Slowly, I am learning and hope to shut of the auto settings very soon. ;-)
ReplyDeletedmonestero@comcast.net
I have a Pentax K1000 (a film camera!!) & a Canon PowerShot A570 IS.
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D3100 and love to read about new ways to use it. mrssavannabennett gmail com
ReplyDeleteI have a Sony A230. My baby girl is giving me lots of practice, but I really need some professional tips! I remember just enough from my high school photography class to be dangerous. :)
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel T3i
ReplyDeletejessijoparker@hotmail.com
I have a canon rebel eos t3i!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh just in time for high school graduation photos!!! I own a Nikon d5000 and love it! Wish I knew how to utilize it to the fullest power!!
ReplyDeletemchristinebarrett@gmailcom
We're just looking at getting a DSLR camera and are having a hard time deciding which one to get. Any suggestions? I'd love to win!
ReplyDeleteerlotz@yahoocom
Kodak point and shoot digital - but I aspire.
ReplyDeleteMy Favorite is my Nikon D3100, before I got it, I leaned a Canon (I don't know the Number, it was an older One^^) and I like the Nikon much more. The Colours are amazing!
ReplyDeleteOn my second blog, you can see that I'm tryin to make good photos, but there is much to learn...
So the ebook would be a great help for me. =)
My mailadress is linrox@web.de
I sadly don't own a camera! I only use my iphone!
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel, love it!
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon 3100 but I have no idea how to use it! Could really use some tips!
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ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel XOS. I keep it on auto and I'm so sad because I know it can do amazing things. I would love to win this! My email is saracoral16@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteI have a canon t3i and I love it (and would love to learn to unleash its power!). emmillee(AT)Gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel T2i (which I just bought) and I could really use some pointers!amyzawada@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel xsi, and I love it! Starrylibertine@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel xsi.
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Becca
I have a Canon Powershot SD1000 and have been thinking about getting a DSLR. This book looks awesome and the pictures are beautiful! sarah(dot)dugan(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D90 and would absolutely love to know how to do more with it!
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taliaherman(at)gmail(dot)com
I have a Canon T1i!!!!
ReplyDeletenicholschastity@gmail.com
All I have is a hand-me-down Nikon E-7900 PNS, but I manage to get some decent shots. velma(AT)colorbombcreations(dot)com
ReplyDeleteThat book looks great! I have a Canon Rebel EOS. It's a few years old but still takes great shots! Would love to improve! redshikari@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteWe have a Pentax K-x. This is an awesome opportunity!
ReplyDeletekmanyoky@gmail.com
We have a Canon Rebel T2i
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Kristina S.
I have a Nikon D70s
ReplyDeletessosler(at)gmail(dot)com
I have an Olympus SP-800UZ....however, I hope to upgrade to a full DSLR soon. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the opportunity.
wyatt49333@gmail.com
crossing my fingers on this one!
ReplyDeleteCanon Rebel T2i
ergoodman{at}gmail{dot}com
I have a canon powershot sd780 but long for a good professional grade camera! I'd love to read this book though and learn some tips... for future use!
ReplyDeleteohh. my email is taylorlane18@hotmail.com. thanks!
DeleteBeautiful photos! I use a Pentax K10D right now, ordering my upgrade to a K-5, hopefully tonight!!!
ReplyDeletejessiemasonphotos@gmail.com
I have a Canon Rebel T2i. I'd love to have this book!
ReplyDeleterhiannonruch(at)hotmail(dot)com
I own a sony cyber shot. Its a low quality one but I love it.
ReplyDeleteWOW, thanks for the opportunity to win these books! I have a Sony Alpha 55 and would love to learn how to take better photos. Mine are pretty hit and miss at the moment, with many, many shockers for every lucky shot!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes,
Sam
navarino(at)yahoo(dot)com
I own a Canon PowerShot SX20IS 12.1MP Digital Camera. My email is Erin.Abbate@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteHave a Rebel T2i
ReplyDeleteWanted to get a nice camera now I just need to learn how to use all features. :)
squishysandee(at)gmail(dot)com
I have a cannon DSLR that I would love to get the best use out of.
ReplyDeleteNurseniki at Comcast dot net
I own a Canon Rebel and I love it! This book would certainly help me learn more about how to take better photos.
ReplyDeleten.rider@yahoo.com
I have a Canon Rebel that I got for Christmas...and can't figure out how to use!
ReplyDeleteI have a Fujifilm Finepix :)
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Tia
mtrand2 AT gmail DOT com
Canon Rebel XTI but I would love to upgrade it... I don't want to upgrade until I can make a time commitment to trying my hand at going pro, and I don't want to go pro right now cos I'm preggers with a 14 month old so starting a business right now doesn't seem like a great plan haha. So for now I'm just committed to trying to be the best photog I can be with what I have on-hand!
ReplyDeleteWe have a Nikon Coolpix L110 camera.
ReplyDeleteI own a Nikon D5100, and I need to stop using Auto....
ReplyDeleteI have a cannon sx20. scheuerjulie@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI bought a Nikon D3100 last year and I still have not figured it out! I NEED help!!! Thanks for the chance to win this much needed HELP!
ReplyDeletejehb123@aol.com
I have a Canon Rebel t2i. I am very excited about this giveaway as I have a 7 month old and would love to learn how to take fabulous photos of her.
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Jessica
doblejessica@gmail.com
I have a Canon Rebel T2i! I need to get it off AUTO! Thanks! allisonsullivan10@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon EOS Rebel T3i a Christmas present and this ebook would be extremely helpful for me :D juliennelw@mac.com
ReplyDeleteMy little baby is a Canon 450D - Love it, but would Love to love it more if I knew some more tips!
ReplyDeletemdmozjerin(at)bigpond(dot)(com)
I have a Canon Rebel T2i and have no idea how to use it off of auto - I need this!!
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Digital Rebel! Would love, love, love new/more tips! meaghanswanson@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon DSLR that I have had for a few years and do not know how to use :( But really, really would like to learn!!!
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D90. I've tried shooting in manual, but always end up going back to auto. I know...horrible!
ReplyDeletethat crafty k (no spaces) at gmail dot com
I have a Canon EOS Rebel T2i, along with a 13 month old who just started walking and another due in September! I sure wish I could get some decent shots one of these days! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity :-)
ReplyDeleteleahhardt@hotmail.com
I have a Canon Rebel XS but have to spend most of the time reading to figure out how to use it, lol. The pictures work but I am sure there are better settings to beautify all the photos we take of of girls.
ReplyDeleteeagerembalmer(AT)msn(DOT)com
I have a Canon Rebel XTi..an oldy but goody. :) She does a great job, but I would love to take BETTER photos with her.
ReplyDeleteNikon D3100.....need to get out of auto mode!!
ReplyDeleteAbbyj306@yahoo.com
I have a Canon Rebel XS. It's like the most basic of the basic DSLRs out there, but I still love it.
ReplyDeleteI have an archaec D70, but the lenses are way cool to play with!
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D40. Your site is amazing thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletektorola@gmail.com
I have a Canon Rebel T2i. I'd love to learn some new tricks before bluebonnet season here in Texas!
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D60 and a new little one on the way, so lots of help would be amazing!
ReplyDeleteI have a Kodak Easyshare...a Yashika- an old film camera, and I am saving up for a Canon Rebel, and am almost there! So interested in checking out this book!
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D90 and an iPhone. What? An iPhone? Well, the truth is, I've come to the realization that I haven't a clue & the fancy-pants camera pictures aren't any better than the phone pictures. We just got back from a NYC vacation and the memories are fresh and wonderful, but the pictorial evidence is sad. I SO need this book!
ReplyDeleteI have a Panasonic DMC-FH25V & an Olympus C730.
ReplyDeletemyownkatiebug@netscape.net
I have a Nikon D7000 & I really want this book!
ReplyDeletei have a nikon D60 and two adorable little girls to photograph!
ReplyDeletelauren@bootlegpottery.com
I have a Canon DSLR 60D!
ReplyDeleteCharming82@hotmail.com
I own a Canon Powershot SX10 and a Canon Powershot SX210. Would like to get off the manual mode.
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon T2i, a 4 year old, a 2 year old and one on the way....capturing moments is what I love but I'm always on auto! Would love to learn!!!
ReplyDeleteandrea.robinson@yahoo.com
DeleteMy Polaroid is on its way out and I'm looking for a new camera (and possibly a new hobby). It's orange, and I love how I always know which camera is mine when I'm at a gathering.
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel T2i and I LOVE IT! I'm still learning manual and Katie is AMAZING! I would love to have her book!!!
ReplyDeleteI don't own a DSLR yet And just use a tiny point n shoot. - but have been wanting one and want to learn more
ReplyDeleteAbout how to use one!
I have an older digital Canon Rebel EOS. I could definitely use this book!! I tend to use my camera basically as just a point & shoot, but I know I could do so much more with it if I took the time to learn how.
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D90 and would love this book.
DeleteI have a Nikon D3100. Would LOVE to learn how to use it! Thanks! katie.e.helms@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteThis book looks so fantastic;I would love to read it! Canon Rebel CD.
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel XSi.
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ReplyDeleteI have a canon rebel xs. Its awesome!
ReplyDeleteCsdeeter@Gmail.com
Nikon D80
ReplyDeleteNikon Dx40
ReplyDeletejroehl@hickorytech.net
I have a canon rebel eos
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon Coolpix P500. I am working towards a DSLR.
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D3000, and my pics are touch and go. I could definitely use help!
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D5100. HeatherJRyan@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI have a cannon point and shoot And it's okay for what it does, but I am saving up for a dsl camera so I want this ebook!!! Rdfarrugia@yahoo.com.
ReplyDeleteCurrently have a Olympus Stylus Tough, but are looking at Cannon D-SLR...So this book wo uld be perfect!
ReplyDeletecassandra.dimauro@gmail.com
I have a canon point and shoot, but I am saving up for a D-SLR. Would LOVE this book! :)
ReplyDeleteJust upgraded to a Nikon 3100. This book looks like it has tons of information.
ReplyDeletesogata85@hotmail.com
We have a Canon Rebel. Would love this book!
ReplyDeleteNikon 3100. famousamus@email.com
ReplyDeleteCanon T2i. I would love a book like this! Seems perfect for some quick, easy to understand instructions.
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon Rebel.
ReplyDeletedlatany at gmail dot com
Canon Rebel -- awesome giveaway. I am drooling over her pictures.
ReplyDeletejking909 at gmail dot com
Thanks!
Nikon 5100
ReplyDeleteA point and shoot but am saving for a DSLR and still can't decide which one.
ReplyDeletecarolinagirl 1993 at yahoo dot com
this book looks great!
Pentax K-R
ReplyDeletei have a canon 60d. would love this!
ReplyDeletesharabachman at gmail dot com
I only have a point and shoot, but I am wanting to upgrade to a DSLR! I would LOVE to win this! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI have a canon rebel too!!
ReplyDeleteCanon Rebel T2i
ReplyDeletePanasonic Lumix fz28 hoping to upgrade soon :)
ReplyDeletecandace dot crockett at yahoo dot com
I have a point and shoot but hope to upgrade soon!!
ReplyDeleteI just got a Canon Rebel T3i, but have no idea of all its bells and whistles.
ReplyDeletecathy at willman dot com
Still trying to figure out my Canon Rebel T3i. I would love to learn how to get better shots of my kids! :)
ReplyDeletesmith_hn@yahoo.com
I have a canon point & shoot, but am watching to get a Nikon dsl
ReplyDeleteI have a Canon T1i, and I love it! :-)
ReplyDeleteMy e-mail is in my blogger profile.
Thanks!
Canon Rebel T3i, leanne_mercredi@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI've had a Canon T2i for 2 months and I love it!
ReplyDeleteI have a Nikon D3100! I'm a new mommy and would LOVE to learn tips and tricks to take pictures of my beautiful baby girl! mlwade13@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteCanon Rebel T3. :) I would LOOOOOOVE to win this!! I'm a teenage photographer getting ready to go to college, where I hope to start up a small business doing creative lifestyle portrait photography. :)
ReplyDeleteI own a Sony that is always set on auto
ReplyDeleteninajanke at gmail com
I have a Nikon D90 also always set on auto! haha Thankfully, I have friends that have taken pics for me, but I would love to learn on my own.
ReplyDeleteI have a canon rebel and seriously need to learn how to get off of auto! Fcmertsching at hotmail com
ReplyDeleteI own a Nikon D3100, and I love it@!!@
ReplyDeletejessicarwarfield at gmail dot com