Update Costco no longer does the photo things. They push to Shutterfly instead. I haven't found a good alternative to these inexpensive prints. The Family Wall I've started working on a project that includes head shots of all the members of my family. Originally, I had an elaborate plan which included matching custom frames and... Continue Reading →
I recently decided that it was time I got myself a dog. Moving from the condo to a house with a yard was a big part of the decision. Less work travel makes me more puppy-friendly, too. The web is full of adoptable pets. I kept track of the ones I was interested in by clipping... Continue Reading →
I have the memory span of a gnat. This is why I use Evernote. Most information leaves my brain within 30 seconds of entering, so if it doesn't get written down, there's a very good chance I'll forget it. For that same reason, whenever I come across something that requires action on my part, I... Continue Reading →
Full Disclosure: This bag was given to me as a gift by someone who works there. Reviewing the product was not expected or requested by PacSafe. The color of the bag in this post is not available on production versions of this bag. Ever since I got my first laptop, I've been searching for the... Continue Reading →
We all know at least one person who seems to have his/her eyes closed in every picture. They don't do it on purpose, and when they consciously try to keep their eyes open, they end up looking like a deer in the headlights. This is a simple solution that has worked for me 99% of... Continue Reading →
You're out and about one weekend, and see the perfect background for a senior photo. You tell yourself, "Self, I'll remember this place." Two months later, you're doing a senior shoot that would be perfect at that spot, but you can't remember exactly where it is. The reality is, we see hundreds of locations that... Continue Reading →
I've been using iA Writer on my iPad for awhile now, and just realized I could get it on my Mac. Apparently, it's half price right now, so it was totally worth the $4.99 price tag. I'd have paid full-price for this app. On the iPad, it's a distraction-free, full-screen writing app with minimal bells... Continue Reading →
Anyone who has spent any time around me knows that I use Evernote in almost every aspect of my life. From the job that pays the bills to the freelance photography to cooking, being paperless, organizing, learning, and being more efficient. Everything that can go into Evernote does. Last week, all of the Evernote Ambassadors converged on the mothership... Continue Reading →
We have one event during the year that requires me to shoot awards photos during the awards presentation. Typically, we set up a chair or small step-ladder in the middle of the room, and when it's time for the photo, I jump up from my crouching position on the floor to the chair/step-ladder/etc,. and shoot... Continue Reading →
Roughly three years ago, I read an article about a note-taking app called Evernote that synced across multiple devices. Up until that point, I had been keeping notes and a journal in an app called Journlr. Journlr is a great note taking app, but without sync capabilities. So I gave Evernote a try. A few... Continue Reading →
Okay, so this is a shameless plug for my grandma. She's written book #2, and it's available on Lulu now. 'Twill Be All Right Come Mornin', Luv on Lulu Her first book, Memories of a Big Sky British War Bride is still available on Amazon. 'Twill Be All Right Come Mornin', Luv is my favorite... Continue Reading →
Daniel Hedrick 