Mommy & Me Photography 101

1. Wooden Camera Toy by Little Sapling Toys | $33.00
2. 12 MP Waterproof Digital Camera by Kodak | $98.00
3. Beyond Snapshots: How to Take That Fancy DSLR Camera Off “Auto” and Photograph Your Life like a Pro by Rachel Devine | $15.98
4. Expressive Photography: The Shutter Sisters’ Guide to Shooting from the Heart by Tracey Clark | $19.28
5. Photography for Kids!: A Fun Guide to Digital Photography by Michael Ebert | $15.75
6. Agua Ruffle Camera Strap by Sassy Strap| $39.95
7. EOS Rebel Digital SLR with 18-55mm Lens and HD Movie Mode by Canon  | $499.00
8. Hibiscus Fields Wrist Camera Strap by Capturing Couture | $35.00
9. 32GB Flash Memory Card by Transcend | $22.26
10. 50mm f/1.8 Camera Lens by Canon | $92.99

See the entire Mommy & Me Photography 101 gift guide here: 50+ Items!

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I used to be one of those people who complained that holiday sales shouldn’t hit the stores until after Thanksgiving. As a mom, I am thankful for any opportunity to plan ahead. Do you feel like time speeds up as of December 1st? This season let’s work together to combat Father Time. I’m teaming up with Stacy from Kids Stuff World and Tiffany from Peanut Blossom to bring you a weekly trio of gift guides between now and the end of the year.

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Have you been contemplating buying a Digital SLR? In August, I finally broke down and started shooting on a DSLR. The first time I downloaded the photos from the camera I kicked myself in the head. They were gorgeous. I shouldn’t have waited so long to make the transition.

This is my photography from this summer before and after I started shooting with a DSLR:

*See images in original blog posts: Triathlon vs. Water Fountain. Isn’t that crazy?!?

If you want to make the transition, but are not sure where to begin, our gift guide above is perfect for you. Today’s Mommy & Me Photography 101 gift guide is for beginning family photographers. Feel free to email today’s post to your spouse with a short note, “Hmmmm, maybe Santa will bring me a DSLR this year.” (Alternative variations include: Maybe Santa will bring me a prime lens.)

Note to significant others: If you have *any* questions about the products showcase don’t hesitate to ask!

Photography is an excellent Mommy & Me activity at any age. Whether your child is shooting with a wooden camera or a Kodak, it will bring a smile to their face and yours. Pop on over to the full gift guide and find book titles for kids of all ages about photography. Make it a joint hobby!

Rest assured ladies, I also take a large portion of photos with my iPhone. {winks} Regardless of what you are shooting with, what are you going to do with all those amazing photos? Display them of course! This gorgeous DIY project from Goodwillionaire was inspired by Instagram, click here for the full tutorial.

What are you shooting your family memories with? Photographer friends, do you feel there are any other items that need to be added to the list?

PS:  Don’t forget to stop by and check out:

Prepping for the Season at Peanut Blossom | Items Tiffany recommends gifting yourself at the start of the season so you can get the most out of them between Thanksgiving and the end of December.

Is it that time already? at Kids Stuff World | Fun & funky finds for everyone on your list!

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