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The latest color trends from High Point Market Spring 2022

April 9, 2022 by Linda Holt 21 Comments

High Point Market, for any of you who are not familiar, takes place in North Carolina each Spring and Fall. Designers flock to Market to see the latest furniture, accessories and interior decor trends. As always, I take hundreds of photos so that I can share Market with you! This first post (part ... READ the POST

Seven mistakes that ruin your smartphone photos

March 5, 2022 by Linda Holt 9 Comments

Are you someone who struggles to get a good photo using your smartphone? Maybe you think you're just a bad photographer. I'm telling you anyone can take a great photo using just their smartphone. The phones today, especially the newer ones, do an amazing job of taking a beautiful photo. The secret ... READ the POST

How to use LIVE Mode on the iphone

January 22, 2022 by Linda Holt 10 Comments

If your iPhone has Live Mode and you are either not using it, or are unsure how to use it then this post is for you. Depending what model iphone you have, will determine the exact location of the Live Mode icon. In the image above, Live Mode is in the middle. It appears as a concentric series ... READ the POST

My downsized easy Christmas decorating

December 12, 2021 by Linda Holt 6 Comments

Back in the day I used to love decorating my home for Christmas. I decorated one large and several small trees, had yards of garland running up the banister, and multiple Christmas collections displayed throughout the house. Santas, angels, carolers and a huge Christmas village graced every flat ... READ the POST

Are You a Hunter or a Fisherman?

August 14, 2021 by Linda Holt 16 Comments

Have you ever thought about your photography style? I recently sat in on a photography masterclass and the presenter spoke about two types of photography styles: A hunter and a fisherman (or fisherwoman if you prefer). The Hunter The hunter is the photographer who keeps their phone in their ... READ the POST

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For those out there that believe you have to have For those out there that believe you have to have an expensive digital camera to call yourself a photographer.  #nottrue  #smartphonephotography #iphonography #androidography #photographytip
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1. Hidden camera features: iPhone, Samsung or Pixel option
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Truthfully though, vintage items and antiques add a sense of history, and give a house a soul. If it is an antique with a story…even better! 
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As a color lover, it really struck me that KBIS, a As a color lover, it really struck me that KBIS, aka The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show, showed so much black and white. 
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This beautiful bath was from the New American home. It was right on trend with being black and white.
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Want to see more photos from my trip to KBIS as well as more trends? Check out this weeks blog post.
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Most people assume a bright sunny day is the best Most people assume a bright sunny day is the best lighting when heading out for a day of photography. Wrong!! 
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