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Take advantage of summer sunrise and get some gorgeous photos in a unique light. #CanonTip

Use a telephoto lens to capture far away subjects up close. A little space can help a shy subject open up for the camera. #CanonTip

Research travel destinations before your actual visit. This will help with picking the right gear for your desired shots. #CanonTip

Keep your subject at ease during your photoshoot to allow for natural and candid moments to occur. #CanonTip

A card reader can cut down the time spent waiting on large numbers of photos to transfer to your computer. #CanonTip

Get creative with your macro photography by shooting the photo from an unexpected angle. #CanonTip

Make sure to save your memories! Back up your photos and videos in multiple locations for peace of mind. #CanonTip

Storyboarding isn't just for pros! A few quick sketches can help you decide on angles and zoom before you get filming. #CanonTip

Lifestyle photography differs from traditional portrait photography in that it focuses on candid moments, or moments that appear to be candid, rather than traditional posed portraiture in which the subject is looking directly at the camera in a static pose. #CanonTip

Scout out the perfect spot for taking pictures of fireworks ahead of time. #CanonTip

Sunny days can make portraits a challenge. Wait for an overcast day, or a passing cloud to keep the sun from becoming too harsh. #CanonTip

When traveling, the unplanned sights and moments can be some of the best. You might stumble upon a local’s scene, an ancient ruin, a colorful door, or a new friend. Allow yourself to put away the map, the phone, and the guidebook, and just lose yourself in the location. #CanonTip

When getting started with portraits, shooting outdoors is a great place to begin. Sunlight can be easily shaped and manipulated to get the results you are after and the unpredictability of working in the elements will build your problem-solving skills. #CanonTip

The much discussed "Golden Hour" is a popular time of day to take portraits as the increased dynamic range makes for better scenes and backgrounds. This time period is actually more than an hour and is a wonderful time of day for natural light portraits. #CanonTip

Use photography to tell the story of the grad’s journey. Take photos of objects and locations that are meaningful and relevant to the occasion. Zoom all the way in, and focus in close for artistic close-ups of the tassel and diploma case or the graduate’s class ring. #CanonTip

Change your perspective. This can make your photo look more dynamic and creative. Move around and play with different camera angles to find the look you want. #CanonTip

Get a more natural and candid smile with a funny joke during a photoshoot! #CanonTip

Taking photographs with friends can be fun and insightful! Brainstorming and sharing photo tips with each other is a great way to learn. #CanonTip

Set the mood for your scene with the help of morning fog and mist! #CanonTip