What we hope to do with ease, we must learn first to do with diligence.” -Samuel Johnson… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Photography
Photos & Scrapbooks & Giveaways, Oh My!
Obviously, photography is on my mind this week. First, we have the really cool My Memories Suite digital scrapbooking software giveaway. You can enter until Thursday. Get all the details here and don’t miss out. And then, I just finished writing Marie Leslie’s Guide to Great Vacation Photos. It’s a free, downloadable E-Book with some of… Continue Reading
Voyage of Discovery
Last year, after many years of wanting, I finally made it to Carlsbad Caverns. I have never been anywhere more surreal and amazing in my life. I can’t wait to go back again. Not only was the scenery incredible and the photography fulfilling, but it gave me a new perspective and made me think, from… Continue Reading
Sharing My Memories–Software Giveaway!!
A couple weeks ago I opened my inbox and I found an invitation to try some digital scrapbooking software. Even though I’m a photographer and I’ve designed many albums professionally for my clients, I have never really used digital scrapbooking software, so this sounded like fun to me. Yes, I am giving away this cool… Continue Reading
A Boy and His Dog
One from the archive today. A priceless and memorable moment from childhood. How quickly they grow. Be sure you take the time to enjoy them at each stage of life because it will pass too quickly, never to return.… Continue Reading
Mrs. Leslie’s Wild Ride
I am a die-hard road tripper. Really, there is no better way to see the USA. I love to hit the road, camera at my side, my best tunes on the iPod and a cooler full of snacks. I’ll travel alone, with my kids, with my sweetie, with friends. I’d rather not take the dog.… Continue Reading
Foto Friday – Photos As Traditions
I know many, if not most have you, have already started the new school year. For my kids, that exciting day is this coming Monday. Just last night, we walked to the school to find out their new teachers for the year. My kids love school and look forward to the beginning of a new… Continue Reading
Foto Friday–What are Megapixels?
Friends frequently call me up and ask for advice on which camera to buy, and one of the most common question that I hear is, “How many megapixels do I need?” Well, let’s answer that by first answering: What are megapixels? The word “pixel” comes from “picture element.” Seriously – who would have known?! A… Continue Reading
Foto Friday–Macro Photography
Last week in my Forum, Christina asked this photography question: Can you explain Macro? My camera has a Macro function and I have no idea what to do with it. I’ve tried playing with it, but the images are terrible. When, why, and how should I use Macro. So, here you go, Christina! Basic info… Continue Reading
Foto Friday – Photo Therapy
“Every snapshot a person takes or keeps is a type of self-portrait, a kind of ‘mirror with memory’ reflecting back those moments and people that were special enough to be frozen in time forever.” From PhotoTherapy Techniques by psychologist and art therapist Judy Weiser. ************************************************************************************** As we approach the holiday weekend, my thoughts are naturally… Continue Reading