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Toshiba Satellite U920t review: middle of the road
The next mode you can enter is photography mode. This is done by sliding the tablet screen so that only the track pad area is revealed. This allows the camera hidden behind the tablet screen to be exposed. The photography aspect is one I like and it is …
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My entry for Steve´s photography contest ^^^

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Wedding photography is different from other types of photography. One needs to keep on many factors while shooting wedding photos. Wedding is the most memorable day for anyone life and to make it more memorable and crucial it is in the hands of photographer who are capturing those pictures. First of all one should keep in mind that everyone wants to look pretty and beautiful in wedding pictures thus good lighting help you to take more beautiful pictures. Lighting plays very important role in wedding photography. Thus, lighting has to appropriate at the time of capturing a photo for wedding.

Next vital thing which you keep in mind is about your subject. Shot the picture of your subjects from different angle with different poses. Also, plan before hand how you will capture the most important people of the day especially bride and groom. Also, try to cover some natural poses and never miss out to capture special moments of the day. Also, cover the location and choose a happy background with dark colour and a beautiful decoration to shot the pictures of bride and groom. Try to capture emotions in your photography.

Also, use two cameras for the day and make sure that both the cameras have different lens. Moreover, always keep your back-up that is extra equipment with you so that if in case there is problem in your camera you have another one. When taking group photo at the time of shooting wedding photography try to give the people your pose and make sure you focus on each and everybody in the group. Be creative enough to give unique and innovative poses in your group photography.

You should always set your aperture and shutter speed.

Also, be careful and keep in mind that there should be difference between settings of aperture and shutter speed at the time of day wedding and night wedding. Also, listen to ideas and views of your subject and then give them your suggestion and idea. It not only gives you plenty of ideas but also create a comfortable atmosphere between you and your subject.

At last make sure that the images you have clicked are safe and secure. Be careful in storing those images as it is not possible to collect those beautiful memories again. Safe the pictures in computer at least thrice. Once you have final copies of the photo then you can remove your backs-up but till that don’t even think to do so. Also, keep in mind it is very serious business so take every step very careful. Be focus towards your work. Collect as much as pictures you can. It will help you to choose best among them. Always portrait the album like a fairy tale. Create a story through your photos.
 

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POV photography project puts women in the frame
It has become one of art's ironies that behind a great picture of a woman is a man. Even beyond fashion and beauty images, the art world is populated by male-made photography. Damien Poulain, a London-based graphic designer and art director is aiming …
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Gunnison-Crested Butte, CO (PRWEB) March 28, 2013

The Gunnison-Crested Butte Valley knows how to roll out the red carpet for summer and fall fun with an amazing array of one-of-a-kind festivals that reflect the lifestyle, natural beauty and Western friendliness of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Theres something for everyone, ranging from the weekend warrior and hard-core athlete to couples and families looking for a relaxing, yet action-filled getaway.

Gunnison Growler Weekend, Gunnison, May 25 27

The official kickoff of the summer season is Gunnison Growler Weekend, featuring three days of biking events and trail running races to celebrate Memorial Day weekend. The Half-Growler and Full-Growler mountain bike races on May 25 and 26 start downtown before heading out to Hartman Rocks Multi-Use Recreation Area, and the Growler Gran Fondo road bike ride travels from Gunnison to Mt. Crested and back on May 26. A Townie Takeover Ride on Sunday is a mellower option for all ages on cruiser bikes. Gunnisons IOOF Park and the adjoining street will be filled with food vendors, live music and a beer garden for athletes and the public to enjoy on Saturday and Sunday, and runners will be readying for the Sage Burner 25k and 50k trail running races at Hartman Rocks on Monday. For information, go to http://www.gunnisontrails.com (Half-Growler and Full-Growler), http://www.gunnisonmentors.com (Growler Gran Fondo and Townie Takeover Tour) and http://www.sageburnertrailrun.com (Sage Burner).

33rd Annual Crested Butte Bike Week, Mt. Crested Butte & Crested Butte, June 26 30

Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte are the proud hosts of the worlds oldest mountain bike festival, which now also includes options for those who enjoy road biking, cruiser bikes, downhill and cross country. The arrival of the 19th annual Bicycle Tour of Colorado kicks off the festivities when 1,500 bicyclists and their support crews roll into town on June 26 and depart on June 28. The Chainless World Championships on June 28 is always a thrilling scene for riders and spectators, followed by the Wildcat 40 mountain bike race on June 29. If a one-speed cruiser is more your style, join in the fun and fund-raising for Adaptive Sports Centers annual Bridges of the Butte townie tour on June 29 30. Those who like the high-speed, adrenaline-fueled action of cross country and downhill mountain biking should check out the Big Mountain Enduro on June 29 30. For information, call (800) 545-4505 or visit the events Facebook page.

11th Annual Gunnison River Festival, Gunnison, June 19 – 23

Gunnison River Festival offers a unique blend of hardcore and lighthearted recreation. The event kicks off on June 19 with a River Film Fest at I Bar Ranch hosted by Crested Butte Film Festival. On June 21, the Gunnison River Festival Extravaganza at Legion Park is a night of live music, a beer garden and event registration. For a full slate of river activities, head to Gunnison Whitewater Park on Saturday starting at 9 a.m. A fly casting accuracy challenge, competitive down river raft race, community float, kayak competition, boater cross, inflatable rodeo, river board/stand up paddling comp, a kids zone and more are planned. On Sunday, the festival moves to nearby Curecanti National Recreation Area for flat water action starting at 8 a.m. A stand up paddle board race, kayak/canoe flat paddle race, open water swim competition and canine paddle ensure a fun day for humans and their furry friends. For more information, registration and a schedule, visit http://www.gunnisonriverfestival.com or call (970)901-6215.

17th Annual Crested Butte Music Festival, Gunnison Valley, June 30 Aug. 11    

The 2013 festival will showcase outstanding performers from all over the world and internationally acclaimed performers such as Boston Brass, American String Quartet, Takács Quartet, jazz legend Junior Mance, and opera stars Samuel Ramey and Sandra Pique Eddy. Celebrating its 17th year, CBMF also has bluegrass, opera and gypsy jazz mini-festivals that are part of the larger event. Rossinis The Barber of Seville, a free family concert series on four Saturdays, six home soirée concerts and much more are on this dynamic events six-week schedule. For more information and tickets, call (970) 349-0619 or visit http://www.crestedbuttemusicfestival.com.

113th Annual Cattlemens Days, Gunnison, July 6 – 14

People who love the authenticity of the West, should plan on attending the 113th annual Cattlemens Days at Fred R. Field Western Heritage Center and various venues around Gunnison. The event features a county fair, parade, live music and dancing, a horse show, cowboy poetry, horse races, and of course rodeo events sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. Family-friendly activities are spread throughout the nine days of Cattlemens Days festivities, including rodeos scheduled for the evenings of July 11 13 and a Tough Enough to Wear Pink Concert and Auction on July 9, featuring Nashville singers/songwriters Kellie Pickler, Kyle Jacobs and Dean Dillon. For more information, call the Gunnison County Chamber of Commerce at (800) 814-8893 and visit http://www.cattlemensdays.com for a complete schedule.

26th Annual Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, Crested Butte, July 9 – 15

The historic mountain town of Crested Butte, which was designated the Wildflower Capital of Colorado by the state legislature in 1990, hosts this colorful festival during the peak of wildflower season. More than 200 individual events such as photography and art classes, 4 X 4 tours, hikes and flower identification walks, garden tours, cooking seminars and more focus on the magnificent sight of miles and miles of wildflower fields abloom in the area. For more information, call (970) 349-2571 or visit http://www.crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.com.

41st Annual Crested Butte Arts Festival, Crested Butte, August 2 4

Crested Butte Arts Festival is one of the biggest weekends of the summer, drawing world-class artists from all 50 states and several international exhibitors. Open-air booths line the five-block center of Crested Buttes National Historic District, featuring 175 of the nations finest visual artists; music and entertainment; an art auction, chef and artist demonstrations; childrens activities and a beer and wine pavilion. Immerse yourself in the visual arts with seminars, workshops, and temporary art installations and get your art on at our first annual Art Under the Influence kickoff celebration! Call (970) 349-1184 or visit http://www.crestedbutteartsfestival.com.

Car, Carving & Art Weekend, Gunnison, Aug. 15 18    

This dynamic weekend for all ages includes the 26th annual Gunnison Car Show, High Octane Arts & Crafts Festival, and Carvin Up Colorado. Most of the activities take place in the neighboring Jorgensen and Legion Parks, with a 50s-style cruise-in and dance on Main Street on Friday evening and a breakfast cruise to Crested Butte on Sunday morning. On Saturday, admire all the chrome during the open car show and browse the creations of 60 artisans from around the region at the High Octane Arts & Crafts Festival. From Aug. 15 17, 10 wood carvers from around the country will transform tree stumps into works of art that will be on permanent display in Legion Park and other community sites. For information, call (970) 901-6215 (carving) and (800) 814-8893 (arts/crafts) and visit http://www.gunnisoncarclub.com.

Fall Festival of Beers & Chili Cook-Off, Mt. Crested Butte, September 7

Get into the spirit of autumn with Mt. Crested Buttes annual Fall Festival of Beers & Chili Cook-Off held on Sept. 7 at the base of Crested Butte Mountain Resort ski area. Heat up by sampling great chili prepared by area cook-off contestants, cool off with beers poured by several microbreweries and savor live m

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Kansas City, MO (PRWEB) May 13, 2013

One of lifes greatest milestones for a young woman is her graduation. Whether shes graduating from high school or college, it is the perfect time to pass on the kind of advice that will stick with her forever. Hallmark today announces the winners in its recent book-creation contest, Shes Graduating.

Hopefuls were invited to submit an original piece of writing for three individual categories I Wish Id Known (What I Know Now), The Best Advice I Ever Got, and Between Us Girls. Contestants submitted their creations in June 2012.

The 82 winning submissions were compiled into a book, which is now for sale in Hallmark Gold Crown Stores nationwide just in time for the Graduation season. Winners each received $ 50 and two free books.

Hallmark judges looked for submissions with strong writing that would speak to many different female graduates and would inspire countless women. Entrants were also encouraged to check out the Hallmark Contest Facebook page for tips on this contest.    

The 76 individual winners are from around the world, including 31 different U.S. states, Canada and Ireland. Four winners won twice and one winner won three times. Here are the winners in Hallmarks Shes Graduating competition:

Linda Amstutz, Columbia, S.C.

Donna Anderson, Frisco, Texas

Rose Atieno, Waterloo, Iowa

Mary Lou Baldwin, Amsterdam, N.Y.

Joelle Beebe, Midland, Mich.

Marie Bennett, Coatesville, Pa.

Ashley Bercier, Bismarck, N.D.

Susan Burns, Dublin, Ireland

Jill Burns, Wardensville, W.V.

Jacquie Buser, Chickasha, Okla.

Larry Carter, Dallas, Texas

Rebecca Chamaa, San Diego, Calif.

Devanee Chapman, Boerne, Texas

Kitty Clements, Milton, Mass.

Judy Cotrone Ramirez, North Port, Fla.

Katherine Covey, Ninilchik, Alaska

Lisa Crisafi, Trinity, N.C.

Jason Cusati, Providence, R.I.

Michele Ivy Davis, Escondido, Calif.

Theresa Drinnon, Maryville, Tenn.

Nancy Dyer, Waltham, Mass.

Jill Eisnaugle, Texas City, Texas

Shani Fassbender, Coopersburg, Pa.

Kelly Fosnow, Tega Cay, S.C.

Ryan Fosnow, Tega Cay, S.C.

Angela Friend, North Las Vegas, Nev.

Peggy Garrett, Independence, Mo.

Kristen Giblin, Aberdeen, N.J.

Andrea Hamm, Springfield, Mo.

Barbara Hansen, Higlands Ranch, Colo.

Cami Hepler, Hickory, N.C.

Diane Hickey Hotaling, Virginia Beach, Va.

Rebecca Hill, Los Angeles, Calif.

Bob Hively, Circleville, Ohio

Georgia Hubley, Henderson, Nev.

Jolene Jennings, Unity, N.H.

Linda Kehler, Ontario, Canada

Denise Keller, Waukesha, Wisc.

Harvey Kivel, Tucson, Ariz.

Mikki Kramer, Aurora, Ill.

Madeleine Kuderick, Palm Harbor, Fla.

Rebecca Kyle, Dripping Springs, Texas

Paige Langley, Kingwood, Texas

Lisa Leshaw, Coram, N.Y.

Donna Lunny, Havertown, Pa.

Coleen McCrea Katz, Havertown, Pa.

Terri McMillan, Laurinburg, N.C.

Rebecca Meinders, Pecatonica, Ill.

Paula Mortimer, Chilton, Wisc.

Katie Mullins, Evansville, Ind.

Kimberly Murray, Livonia, Mich.

Patty Park, Stevenson Ranch, Calif.

Alina Peck, Fort Mill, S.C.

Annette Perez, West Palm Beach, Fla.

Ruby Pinkham, Sparks, Nev.

Darlene Plummer, Ft. Wright, Ky.

Cindy Ponko, Richfield, Wisc.

Connie Pullen, Eagle Creek, Ore.

Ana Rapin, Saint Louis. Mich.

Sierra Rendon, Cottonwood, Calif

Lindsay Rook, Tallahassee, Fla.

Christine Schultz, Kenosha, Wis.

Lisa Sims, Castro Valley, Calif.

Karen Starks, Barrington, R.I.

Kate Stover, Valencia, Pa.

Cindy Strine, Columbia, Mo.

Deana Taylor, Bath, Ill.

Terri Tiffany, Round Rock, Texas

Wanda Tincker, North Attleboro, Mass.

Michelle Trani, Riverside, N.J.

Rita Vetsch, Monticello, Minn.

Peggy Vincent, East Fallowfield, Pa.

Terra Wallace, Stockbridge, Ga.

Jill Washburn, Jackson, Wisc.

Donna Wondoloski, Old Bridge, N.J.

Chris Zastrow, Waukesha, Wisc.

New Competition Now Open

Hallmark’s latest competition, “My Quirky Valentine,” is currently accepting submissions. Consumers are invited to use original writing and photography to create a Valentine’s Day Card that uses wacky, meme-style humor. For more information or to submit a design, visit Hallmarkcontests.com.

About Hallmark Cards, Inc.

Hallmark makes the world a more caring place by helping people express what’s in their hearts and spend time together a privilege few other companies in the world enjoy. Hallmark greeting cards and other products are found in more than 39,000 retail outlets in the United States, including the network of flagship Hallmark Gold Crown® stores. The brand also reaches people online at Hallmark.com and on television through Hallmark Hall of Fame original movies and cable’s top-rated Hallmark Channel. Worldwide, Hallmark offers products in more than 30 languages available in 100 countries. This privately held company is based in Kansas City, Mo., and is led by the third generation of the founding Hall family. Visit http://corporate.hallmark.com for more details.

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