Having fun with your photos should be a requirement in 2012. If you're looking to up your fun quotient (and potentially come up with some seriously amazing images in the process) when it comes to photography this year, check out these lenses that can be swapped out for your regular DSLR lens. Read more

Grab your camera and get ready to shoot! After baby's born, many mamas fashion themselves into the family photographer, but how much do you really know about capturing the perfect shot? With DSLR cameras on the top of many moms' wish lists, I turned to an expert to get a crash course in recording a family's daily activities — and doing it well! Fort Collins, CO-based Jennifer Little started Read more

Your iPhone aspires to be a DSLR, so make the dream a (pseudo) reality with the iPhone Rangefinder ($65). We've talked about similar cases before, but Photojojo is offering up a complete iPhoneography system — the Rangefinder and three lenses (macro/wide, fisheye, and telephoto) — for just $99. Unbelievable! The Rangefinder isn't just a case though. It comes with extra bells and whistles Read more

We carry our camera-equipped smartphones around everywhere and have become obsessed with mobile photography. If you've hopped on the iPhoneography train for the long haul, check out these 61 tips, tricks, apps, and tools that will help you take your mobile photos to the next level. Have any tips of your own to share? Leave them in the comments, tweet them at us, or share them on Facebook! Read more

For me, iPhoneography is becoming an obsession, so of course, I'd want to load up on apps and tools to help me take better pics. First up, the Wide/Macro Phone Lens ($20) from Photojojo. The lens is easy to install onto any phone — just apply the included metal sticker ring around your phone lens (there are several that fit just about any phone, including those with flash), and your macro lens Read more

Rather than just snapping drunken shenanigans with pals, some Instagram users are creating mind-blowing pics with just a few taps on their iPhone. Want to know how some of the most popular users do it? We've scoured Instagram's interview series and found eight easy expert tips you can use the next time your fire up the app. Check them out (along with their fantastic photos) and get ready to take Read more

Hungry for photography? So are we. Satisfy your cravings for awesome images by toting extra lenses in the delicious protection of the Photorito Lens Wrap ($20). Inspired by the delectable delights of San Francisco's Mission District and made of superstrong Tyvek, the Photorito allows you to roll and toss your favorite spare lens into any bag with a layer of extra padding. Unlike the super Read more

Don't miss the Christmas morning magic! San Francisco shutterbug Lauri Levenfeld teaches moms how to capture interesting images of their tots and holidays are the perfect time to put her tips to use. "The images you capture are bound to create lasting and special memories, even if you have to find a little humor in some of the recordings," she said. "The best way to capture all the wonderful Read more

Still haven't taken that perfect shot of the kids for your holiday card? Skip the traditional group shot and go candid to create a memorable card! On-the-go shutterbug, Lauri Levenfeld teaches moms how to capture interesting images of their tots in her Zoom Mommy-Snap and Stroll workshops. "Holiday cards are all about reaching out to the people you love and sharing a little bit about where you Read more

'Tis the season to say "cheese!" Mamas love to take photos during the holidays — or any day of the year, for that matter, but getting lil ones to ham it up for the camera takes some work. Take a cue from pro photogs and bring on the photo props to take your holiday family photos from festive to fabulous! Click through to check out our favorite holiday photo prop finds — and get inspired to Read more