Hey everyone! This Photo Friday is a video about backgrounds and white balance. This is a sneak preview of the Focus on Photos CD vol. 2. We updated the Focus on Photos class on CD, it has more information, more photo examples and includes expanded notes. You can order "Focus on Photos Vol. 2" - just click on the button. If you have already ordered the original, we are offering a 50% discount to anyone who bought volume 1, just email us before you place your order. If you have taken my photography class or have the "Focus on Photos" CD vol. 1, I would love for you to leave me a comment and tell us what you think :)
Hugs! Johanna
thanks for all the great tips! off to find my white balance...
Posted by: Karen K. | July 24, 2009 at 05:08 PM
Very cool. I bought v.1 and loved it. Looking forward to v.2 - would be great if I won one!
Posted by: Cheryl | July 24, 2009 at 05:32 PM
Very informative thank you.
Posted by: Susan Forbes | July 24, 2009 at 06:12 PM
I learn something you evreytime wit you ladies. Thanks for the tips and he giveaway.
Posted by: S. Payan | July 24, 2009 at 06:12 PM
Hi Ladies.... I've never used a SLR camera (yet) but have been seriously thinking about getting one soon. Soon because I have a trip to Hawaii and to New England for fall foilage this year. Your tips are exactly what I need to get started and not feel intimaidated. It helps to know information about the different equipments out there (camera, lens, filters, etc), how to use them, etc. Thanks!!
Posted by: Macy | July 24, 2009 at 07:37 PM
Would love to win this! I have the first volume and enjoyed it..
Posted by: Kelly | July 24, 2009 at 07:57 PM
This really helped me.First of all Johanna you are not chargeing enoungh for your cd(or your time).i think i have a good camera it is a cannon power shot S31S.I have 2 questions for you.How do you turn the camera to get black and white photos that would be kool,and I almost always end up with red eyes on every body.So my sweet grand children end up looking scary.
I so need your help and classes.I so enjoy the videos you sweet ladies put out.Thank you for all your time and effort.
Donna
Posted by: Donna | July 24, 2009 at 08:34 PM
Wow! Already learned so much, and I don't even have the CD yet! I'd love to win a copy.
Posted by: TrayChic | July 24, 2009 at 09:30 PM
Thanks for all of the great tips!
Posted by: Tona | July 25, 2009 at 09:08 AM
Loved the tips! I have a digital SLR and barely know how to use it. These videos are just what I need!!
Posted by: Melissa H | July 25, 2009 at 10:37 AM
Thanks For all the great tips. I will have to check out your cds.
Posted by: Tricia | July 25, 2009 at 10:45 AM
Thanks for sharing great tips for the digital SLR! What type of cameras do you all use?
Posted by: Frances C. | July 25, 2009 at 08:10 PM
Oh yes, yes, yes, yes!!!!!!!!! Tell me that it's mine. You just can't imagine how much my photographs will improve!!!
I love this opportunity, AND, you girls, too!!!
Pat B.
Posted by: Pat Burns | July 25, 2009 at 08:26 PM
Great info! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Sheri Franklin | July 26, 2009 at 06:23 AM
Love these tips. Thank you so much.
Posted by: Vickie Lee | July 26, 2009 at 06:44 AM
I would love to win vol 2. I have vol 1 and enjoy it.
Posted by: susan m | July 26, 2009 at 06:46 AM
WB is always something that I am not sure about. Thanks for the little lesson!
Sherri
P.S. Pick me!!
Posted by: Sherri | July 26, 2009 at 07:05 AM
I took a very short photography course when I bought my first DSLR. Learned all about WB, and haven't used it since. (I know, I know, shame on me.) BUT now that you've reminded and inspired me, I'm gonna give it another go. Would love to win your DVD. I'm sure it would be a great help to this wannabe photographer! Thanks for another helpful (and hilarious) video. You girls are the best!!
Posted by: Brenda W. | July 26, 2009 at 01:07 PM
love the tips very helpful cant wait to try the white balance
Posted by: cmowens | July 26, 2009 at 03:45 PM
Everyone knows I NEED this new CD - free would really be awesome - but I will purchase it if free doesn't happen...lol Looking for my camera's manual so I can discover the white balance that must be hiding from me...LOL
Thanks!!!!
Posted by: Peg Parsons | July 26, 2009 at 06:20 PM
I learn a lot from you guys. Can you do a video on the diffent kinds of lense that you can use for your camers? I have a power shot A620 by Canon and want to know if there is a diffent lense that will work with this one. Thank for teaching us how to use our cameras better. I know I get better pictures because of them...Great teachers.... And glad you put them on the web for people like me who can not make it to one of your classes. Move closer!!!!!
Thanks
jennifer
Posted by: jennifer | July 27, 2009 at 12:41 AM
awesome tips--esp about the AWB. But really.....my favorite part? the outakes--you all just crack me up! Thanks! :)
Posted by: Jeanne | July 27, 2009 at 05:32 AM
Looks like a FABULOUS class - would I miss something if I just buy Vol. 2
I mean, should I buy both to cover everything?
Posted by: Dale Anne | July 27, 2009 at 02:47 PM
thanks for the tips!
Posted by: Lara | July 27, 2009 at 04:05 PM
The white balance thing was a great tip! I always have things set to auto, but this inspires me to play with my white balance a little bit now. :) Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Phoenix N | July 27, 2009 at 04:08 PM