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Happy Camera Day! We never pass up the chance to partake in a geeky holiday, so there's no better time than the present to pack along your camera and snap some photos during your lunch hour, your commute, or whenever the moment strikes. If you do get out and about with your favorite camera, be sure to upload your images to our Cool Capture group and share the following: Where the shot was Read more
Though we're able to snap quality pics with our mobile phones and upload them straight to a number of social networks, there's just something about capturing a moment and watching it develop before our eyes. Though you can still get your hands on original Polaroid film if you're lucky (and have deep pockets), there are some viable alternatives on the market these days. Check out six examples Read more
A day at the beach is the perfect chance to capture carefree memories, but the brightness of the sun reflecting off the sand and water doesn't often yield the best photographic results. Before you start snapping away, take a look at three common beach photography problems and simple ways you can avoid them. The photos are overexposed: Auto mode can overexpose photos, making them appear washed Read more
What do you give a photography pal who already has every camera, lens, and accessory under the sun? Gift skin ink of the nonpermanent variety in the form of the Tattly Camera Tattoo Set ($25). Since the photographers we know are rarely without a camera, a tattoo of any duration seems like a natural next step. The illustrations by three Brooklyn designers are not your average grocery-store Read more
Yummy dips to spice up your Memorial Day feast! The hairstyle you'll want to wear every day this Summer Weigh in on weird wedding products Creative thank-you gifts for teachers 15 pieces that are perfect for Memorial Day — and the rest of Summer, too Perfect outdoor dining finds for an unforgettable Memorial Day gathering See Edward, Bella, and Jacob in Breaking Dawn Part 2 posters Earn extra Read more
Austin rolled out a Texas-sized welcome for X Factor judges Britney Spears, Simon Cowell, Demi Lovato, and L.A. Reid today. The foursome were all smiles upon their arrival and looked ready to get down to business on their first day of taping. The group of judges is back together after meeting up last week for the official unveiling of the new X Factor judging panel. When the cameras weren't Read more
Ever wonder what sort of craftsmanship goes into making a $50,000 camera? With fascinating precision, luxury camera maker Leica partnered with Hermès to create the limited special-edition Leica M9-P Edition Hermès camera. Watch as artisan camera makers and leather craftsmen take painstaking care to produce this extraordinary camera and its custom-fit leather case. Read more
Planning to see What to Expect When You're Expecting this weekend? Check out how realistic it is first! Are you as addicted to Pinterest as we are? Here are 10 pinners you should be following. The latest trend in maternity dressing these days? Adding a belt just below the bustline! Don't head to the beach for Memorial Day weekend without checking out the safest sunscreens for your tots. Gwen Read more
Happy Birthday to our fave funny lady! Tina Fey turns 42 today. We've been fans of the actress, writer, and comedienne since her early days on Saturday Night Live. Like many of us, Tina's weight has fluctuated over the course of her career, and to mark her birthday, we're sharing some of her funny quotes from juice cleanses to body image. Before making the leap from writers room to on-camera Read more
There's something about motherhood that brings out the photographer in us. Maybe it's the advent (and ease of use) of DSLR cameras, or perhaps it's the popularity of sharing photos of our lil ones on social networking sites. But regardless of the reason, we can't seem to take enough pictures of our kids these days. Before pointing and shooting another picture, check out our tips — from Read more
