I got ours done yesterday. What you ask? I created our photo Christmas card for 2011. Have you ever received a photo Christmas card? What has been your reaction? For me, I feel a connection with the person or family that sent it. Whether I have seen the person just last week or 10 years ago, receiving a photo is always a joy.
So, what is your excuse for not creating your photo cards for mailing this year? Cost? Well, I ordered 30 flat cards w/envelopes for $16.00!! Maybe a little more expensive than the low-cost cards at the discount department stores, but much more personal.
Oh, wait, second reason for not doing it--know how? It is SO simple. If you can use a point and shoot camera and are reasonably familiar with a computer (meaning you can email), then YOU can create your own photo Christmas cards. Here's how:
First you need to determine WHERE. Inside the house or outside. Either location works. If you have already added some winter or Christmas decorations then so much the better. I would suggest you keep the background simple and that the clothes you wear be of solid color.
Check out your camera--the self-timer option is going to be of great importance. If you don't know what that is or how to locate it on your camera--get out the trusty manual or ask a friend, or contact me! If you set your camera on the "automatic" or "easy" setting, then all you have to do is determine clothing, location, composition (arrangement of the people who will be in the picture), timer and SMILE.
Check through the camera lens to make sure everyone is visible leaving just a bit of room to spare. Take several shots. Try different expressions or arrangements. This will ensure that you get at least one image that you really, really like.
Using a tripod is the best method of securing the camera. If you don't have one, you can set the camera on any sturdy surface that is of sufficient height to capture the image. Try to avoid zooming too closely. With the point and shoot cameras if you zoom too far, the image will not be crystal clear.
Ready? Put the camera on the tripod; arrange everyone; set the timer; get into place and "click"--you will have a great photo to send to friends and family this Christmas.
But, wait--now, back to the Computer. Transfer the photos to your picture program. Check out the images. Find the best one. Now you can upload your photo to any of the on-line photo processing stores that offer photo merchandise and cards. If you are not comfortable ordering through the computer then take the memory card or transfer your photos to a flash drive and head to a CVS, Wal-Mart, Walgreens or any number of stores that offer photo services.
Give it a try--those receiving your photo Christmas card will also be smiling.
So, what is your excuse for not creating your photo cards for mailing this year? Cost? Well, I ordered 30 flat cards w/envelopes for $16.00!! Maybe a little more expensive than the low-cost cards at the discount department stores, but much more personal.
Oh, wait, second reason for not doing it--know how? It is SO simple. If you can use a point and shoot camera and are reasonably familiar with a computer (meaning you can email), then YOU can create your own photo Christmas cards. Here's how:
First you need to determine WHERE. Inside the house or outside. Either location works. If you have already added some winter or Christmas decorations then so much the better. I would suggest you keep the background simple and that the clothes you wear be of solid color.
Check out your camera--the self-timer option is going to be of great importance. If you don't know what that is or how to locate it on your camera--get out the trusty manual or ask a friend, or contact me! If you set your camera on the "automatic" or "easy" setting, then all you have to do is determine clothing, location, composition (arrangement of the people who will be in the picture), timer and SMILE.
Check through the camera lens to make sure everyone is visible leaving just a bit of room to spare. Take several shots. Try different expressions or arrangements. This will ensure that you get at least one image that you really, really like.
Using a tripod is the best method of securing the camera. If you don't have one, you can set the camera on any sturdy surface that is of sufficient height to capture the image. Try to avoid zooming too closely. With the point and shoot cameras if you zoom too far, the image will not be crystal clear.
Ready? Put the camera on the tripod; arrange everyone; set the timer; get into place and "click"--you will have a great photo to send to friends and family this Christmas.
But, wait--now, back to the Computer. Transfer the photos to your picture program. Check out the images. Find the best one. Now you can upload your photo to any of the on-line photo processing stores that offer photo merchandise and cards. If you are not comfortable ordering through the computer then take the memory card or transfer your photos to a flash drive and head to a CVS, Wal-Mart, Walgreens or any number of stores that offer photo services.
Give it a try--those receiving your photo Christmas card will also be smiling.
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