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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1997-12-17, Page 222 -THE HURON EXPOSITOR, December R4, 12117 Make the most of your holiday memories by following these basic photo tips Holiday Photography Tips: Make the most of your mem- ories It often seems like every moment of the holiday sea- son bears a special once -in -a life time significance. Special "photo opportunities" go by so fast it's hard to catch them all. However, with a little thought and preparation, you can capture and preserve all the little things that make the holidays so treasured. The professional photogra- phers at Kodak Canada Inc. have provided the following list of 10 basic picture -taking tips to help ensure the holi- days are beautifully docu- mented from the first shop- ping expedition to the last drop of egg nog. I. Keep The Camera Handy - Spontaneous moments cannot be recreated. Keep a camera, film, and extra battenes close -by at all times. To help capture the holiday spirit from every- one's perspective, try placing several Kodak Fun Saver 35 one -time -use cameras in dif- ferent locations around the house. 2. Focus on faces - People's facial expressions can tell a complete story. A photo of a child laughing, smiling or making a silly face can bring back a torrent of special memories. In addition to group photos, experiment with close-ups as kids open gifts, dad carves the ham, ect. 3. Don't Hold your Breath - If you're the designated photographer and are taking a posed photograph, don't hold your breath as you take the shot. Inhale as you take the shot. Inhale as you compose the shot throu h the viewfinder, then exhale gen- tly as you press the shutter. This simple tip will help you keep the camera steady and depress the shutter with a smooth. even movement. 4. Wait Until Dusk - That is if you're trying to photo- graph the Christmas tree. The most common problem with "tree shots" is that they're too dark and the lights or orna- ments are pinpoints of bright light that can't be seen clear- ly. Try photographing the tree at dusk or on a cloudy day, and use a higher speed film such as Kodak Royal Gold 400 film. Alex Goes - Grade 3, St. Patrick's School, Dublin 5. Watch The Background - A beautiful picture can become unintentionally funny if the background is wrong. One photographer spent an hour setting up a lovely photograph of his grandparents in front of his fire place -only to have it look like the candles were point- ing out of his grandfather's head. When you get the' photo set up, take a last look through the viewfinder to make sure you've considered the background as well as the subject. 6. Don't Hold Back - Don't just take one picture of a great moment -snap two, three, or even more. Every time you press the shutter, different expressions and moods will be captured. 7. Be Candid With The Family - Sure, everyone loves to have a formal family portrait taken at the holidays, but you'll definitely want to capture the spontaneous moments that are the true spirit of the holidays. People photograph best when they're relaxed , having fun, and unconscious of the camera. 8. Start Early - Let's face it, the holiday season is much more than what occurs on Christmas Eve or the eight days of Hanukkah. To truly chronicle you family's spe- cial moments, begin taking photos on the first shopping expedition or when dad makes a trip to the tree farm. And don't stop when Christmas is over -unexpected shots of the wrapping paper strewn on the floor or every- one watching the football game in the deh are part of the personal memories that help document the season in its entirety. 9. Go Out In The Cold - Don't expect great moments to come to you -go out look- ing for them. If it's cold, put on a hat and gloves and go outside. If it's raining or snowing, take along a water- proof Kodak Fun Saver Weekend 35 one -time -use camera. And to capture action -packed sleigh rides and snowball fights on sunny days, be sure to load the cam- era with a 100 speed film like Kodak Royal Gold 100 film. 10. Film for the Season - Selecting the right film is often more crucial than the type of camera you're using. For extra special holiday moments, Kodak's new Royal Gold film is an ideal choice. Its special formula- tion makes it the best choice for capturing "trophy" shots you'll want to enlarge, frame and send to family and friends. If you're unsure of what speed to use, ask your local photo processor or pick up a copy of Kodak's 'Pocket Film Selector' guide. Here 'Ho! Ho!' then Santa's here with a whoosh! Here comes Santa Claus. Here comes Santa Claus. Right down Santa Claus lane. Here comes Santa.Claus, Here comes Santa Claus, Children listen. people glisten. Here comes Santa Claus. Here comes Santa Claus - Whoosh - HO 110- here he comes. Lindsey Broadfoot H.C.S. ?He, Aid. Wishing you joy and happiness this holiday season ' gaftizet Wishing you a safe and prosperous New Year Eaming the Seaforth Manor Service Pins are: 5 year pin Christine Ryan, 10 year pin Pat Bisback. Presenting the pins are Peter Burtch Administrator and Joanne Ryan, Director of Care Absent From Photo: Mary Stretton. 5 year. Betty Bennett 10 year, Cheryl Ducharme, 15 year. lll� ► _ . Retirement Home - Back: Jody Brown, Charlene Foxton, Marci Schoenhals. Peter Bortch (Administrator) Front: Marianne VanEsbroeck, Viki Dalrymple, Verna Edgar. Christine Ozimek (Operations Director) Back Row: Linda Abell, Ann Coyne Ruth Campbell, Mary Fotheringham, Ivy Broadfoot, Tracy Gerber, Christine Ozlmek, Cathy Broome, Kim Dixon. 2nd Row: Joyce Triebner, Dianne Muir, Trudy MacDonald, Pat Bfsback, Jane Habkirk, Brenda Dalton, Jannette Stoll, Cynthia Blackwood, Gerrie Gerrits, Connie Townsend, Peter Burtch Sitting: Debbie Hill, Cheyenne McClinchey, Joan McLachlan, Cheryl McClure, Rose Feeney, Valerie Shortreed, Christine Ryan. Cathy Cross, Joanne Ryan. SEAFORTH MANOR 100 JAMES ST. SEAPORT 527-0030 1