Tuesday, May 4, 2010

:REVIEW & GIVEAWAY: Picture Perfect from Ella Publishing Co. (CONTEST CLOSED)

Ella Publishing Co. has a great new release this month - Picture Perfect.


Authored by professional photographers (and scrapbookers) Becky Novacek, Elisha Snow and Kelly Noel, this 32 page eBook is jam packed with 129 expert tips to help you shoot beautiful pictures!

The book is organized into 3 chapters, all with a section written by each of the 3 authors.

Chapter 1: Children
Babies by Kelly
Toddlers by Elisha
Kids by Becky

Chapter 2: Non-children
Teens by Elisha
Pets by Becky
Adults by Kelly

Chapter 3: Groups
Duos by Becky
Trios by Elisha
Crowds by Kelly

Here are a couple of sneak peaks from inside the book...


You'll get expert, yet simple-to-execute, tips on how to:
     ...make your subjects - from babies to families - feel comfortable
     ...choose meaningful props
     ...find interesting locations and backdrops for your photos
     ...create successful indoor and outdoor photos
     ...get a wide range of expressions
     ...experiment with new and unique perspectives
     ...find the best light for the shot in any environment
     ...pose your subjects for the most natural and flattering portraits
     ...position yourself for eye-catching composition
     ...and much, much more!!

Arguably the best part of the book are the 57 stunning photo examples used by the authors to illustrate their tips in action! Even better, each photo comes with a complete set of specs including the camera and lens used as well as ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings.

If you're looking to improve your photography skills this year, Picture Perfect is a perfect read. It'll arm you with some amazing tips to try and have you out shooting better photos in no time!

GIVEAWAY:
Would you like to win a free copy of Picture Perfect? Leave a comment to this post answering the following questions by Thursday, May 6th, 11:59 p.m.

Who/what is your favorite photography subject?

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the lucky winner on Friday, May 7th! Be sure to come back to find out if you've won!!

GOOD LUCK!! 
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What a beautiful book :) My favorite photography subject is my sweet son :)
This book looks amazing! Naturally my favorite subject to photograph is my family, but running a close second is my travels. I love to get shots of interesting architecture and scenery - bonus when family members are actually IN the shots!
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Melinda Wilson · 780 weeks ago

My favorite subjects are my dogs - Dolly and Tillie!
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Marty Walden · 780 weeks ago

Probably my oldest daughter. She loves to try new poses and locations.
My favorite subjects are my two daughters. Such different personalities make for great shots!
This looks like a really helpful book! I love taking pictures of my kids and scenery. I really love flowers and unexpected angles on buildings and other objects.
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Eileen Velez · 780 weeks ago

I love the take pictures of my two beautiful daughters!
My two daughters are my favorite photography subjects (although my husband runs a close second, since he is a total ham for the camera!). This looks like a fabulous book!
My kids are my favorite subjects but the beach nearby comes close too! Thanks for the chance!
My two kids are my favorite subjects!
I mostly like shooting portraits and in particular Cosplay people at comics conventions! :) )
Usually my kids. But I have also found that I love taking pictures of the trees and flowers in my yard. They don't have attitudes, don't talk back and are very willing subjects.
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Susan Spiers · 780 weeks ago

I like to take close-up pics of flowers all year long. This was inspired after Katrina, the 1st sign of hope was in a little flower, that peeked thru all the devestation!
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conniemelancon · 780 weeks ago

My favorite subject is my grandkids!
I have love taking pictures all my adult life and my favorite things have changed with different phases of my life. It was my girls and now my darling beautiful grand daughters have added to my enjoyment.
Hmmm... my favorite subjects are my kids, macro shots of interesting textures in nature, and product shots. Thanks for the giveaway!!
I love photographing my dog...he is the only one that doesn't complain!
This book looks wonderful! My favorite photography subjects are my family members - I love trying to capture their expressions when they are not looking.
I love taking pictures of my children - they are so natural and I think beautiful especially when they aren't aware the camera is focused on them. I have had excellent results and am only an amateur.
I love taking pictures of nature. I live in San Diego and the landscape here is beautiful.
Oh....I enjoy taking pictures of my two kiddos. And whenever he's in the mood...my darling husband too.

Thanks for the chance of winning this great prize!
landscapes, black & white
I love photoing my kids and travel escapades as well. Would love to win this book and learn some new things. Thanks for the opportunity!
favorite photography subject - Food
My favorite subject is my Grand - kids.. ages 3 - 12.
and nature, trees, water, clouds
Thanks so much for the opportunity to win what looks like a fab book ;)

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