Digital Camera Tips

This is a new blog for us and we are excited to share a lot of info with our friends. we will giving tips on your own photography as well as sharing some of the images that Ed and I have taken and some we have done for clients. We hope this will be helpful to you and that you will comment and let us know what you would like to know about.

So on to the tips. Today I will share two with you.

1. Sunscreen and Insect Repellent

Though you need both of these solutions to protect yourself from the elements and pesky mosquitos, it is important not to get these on your camera. Therefore, carry hand cleaner with you so after application of the sunscreen or repellent, you can clean your hands before touching the camera.

Also, don't carry the bottles of these solutions in the same bag as your camera. If that is the only way you can transport them, then put them in a sealable plastic bag. A leak of liquid in your bag can mean the end of your camera's life.

2. Sand

Sand is abrasive and can easily cause damage to the moving parts of your camera. Not taking pictures at the beach is not an option, so it is necessary too take precautions to protect your camera.

A sealable plastic bag in which you can place your camera when it is not in use is one possibility. Soft bristled brushes to remove any stray grains of sand can also be useful.

Most of all, be aware of your surroundings and things like wind, people kicking balls or throwing frisbees when you are changing lenses, memory cards, or batteries as these are high risk moments that sand just loves to swoop in. In fact, try to think ahead, so you won't have any of these challenges while you are around sand.

That's all for today. See you tomorrow.