April 14, 2012 - Get out of the stands during a game or match. Walk along the sidelines or ends of the playing surface. Try it before a game and during warm-ups. By getting closer, will get you better pictures.

April 13, 2012 - Shoot during the “golden hours.” Those are the times of day right after sunrise and right before sunset. The sun is low on the horizon and can produce a golden, warm light that is pleasing to the eye. Landscapes and portraits look great in this light.

April 12, 2012 - Try turning off your flash at night to get what your eye really sees. If it's at all dark or dim, the camera will try to fire the flash. Find the flash off icon (usually a lightning bolt with a line through it) and select it. Make sure to hold steady, or use a... Read more

April 11, 2012 - Move in close and zoom during action shots. Get a tight shot of your subject that fills the frame with key action. This amplifies the drama and emotion.

April 10, 2012 - Shoot until you’re sure you have the photo you want. Don’t risk losing a good picture because you were worried about taking too many shots. With digital, there’s no need to “conserve film.” Sometimes the best shot can be the third or fourth one.

April 09, 2012 - Don’t forget to use the macro mode when shooting close-ups with a COOLPIX camera. Close-up photography is an amazing world you should explore. The Macro mode often lets you focus within inches of the subject. The Macro mode is designated by a button with a drawing of... Read more

April 08, 2012 - Go shooting with a friend. Not only will you add another pair of eyes to find interesting subjects, but you’ll also feed off of each other’s ideas and energy. Try to organize regular shoots in the park. Share lenses or tips on making that unforgettable photo.

April 07, 2012 - Scrapbooking is a fun way to remember special events. There are various digital scrapbooking options in addition to traditional scrapbooking; but it all comes down to creating a special memory out of your photographs, complete with captions and descriptions of your experiences.

April 06, 2012 - Always bring out your camera when family or friends gather together. Even if it is not a big holiday celebration. You never know when the kids will do something cute that you’ll want to capture and if you’re busy searching for the camera you may miss the moment.

April 05, 2012 - Photographing cats or dogs with a flash can cause green/yellow eyes, which are similar to the red-eye seen in humans. To avoid this, use some of the same techniques you use to avoid red-eye, such as bouncing a Speedlight or increasing the light in the room you’re shooting in.