by Liz Gumbinner | Tips and Tricks, Photography
Fireworks are at the top of nearly everybody’s list of favorite Fourth of July memories, but capturing the magic in fireworks photos can be extremely tricky. So we scoured our favorite photography and tech resources for great photo tips for fireworks, so that...
by Cool Mom Team | Out-Tech Your Kids podcast
If you’re taking lots of smartphone photos like we are these days, we’ve got some clever tips and tricks that will totally up your game (and your Insta-cred with your kids). Whether you’ve got an iPhone or an Android, we think you’ll appreciate...
by Cool Mom Team | Photography
As our kids get older, they’re often more excited to be behind the camera than in front of it. Or, maybe it’s a close tie. But we don’t blame them — with so many older kids with their own smartphones, it’s easier than ever for budding...
by Nicole Blades | Photography, Tips and Tricks
Calling all you ghosts, pirates, zombies, superheroes, and that small army of Queen Elsas — it’s time for your closeup. Because one of the best parts of Halloween for us, besides stealing our kids’ fun-size Snickers, is getting photos of the kids in...
by Cool Mom Team | Tips and Tricks
If you’re like us, you’re counting down the days to a summer vacation, whether it’s a weekend at the grandparents’ place or something bigger. Either way, hopefully it means sleeping in late (kids willing), lazy days, catching up on books and of...
by Nicole Blades | Gear + Hardware, Tips and Tricks
New year, new you. Of course, we’ve all heard (and probably said) this catchy line each time January 1 rolls around. But instead of promising to completely overhaul our lives with major changes, we’re starting small and smart with this resolution: Organize...
by Liz Gumbinner | Tips and Tricks
Last year, Nicole put together this wonderfully helpful post on how to take better holiday pictures of the family, and it’s definitely worth another look today. At least if you think you might come across, oh, one or two photo opps of the kids over the coming...
by Nicole Blades | Tips and Tricks
In addition to fun-sized everything, one of the best parts of Halloween is seeing all of the adorable (adoraboo?) photos of people’s kids in costume. Some of you are so clever with these costume ideas you dream up for your kids! We wanted to help you show off...
by Nicole Blades | Tips and Tricks
I’m often asked for tips for teaching kids photography, because as my friends know, it’s one of my favorite things in the world. Whenever my son asks to use my camera to take a photo, I do whatever I can to maintain my chill. Meanwhile, inside I’m...
by Nicole Blades | Tips and Tricks
As a longtime photo enthusiast and avid storyteller, I’ve been a huge fan of Instagram since it dropped three years ago. Especially as a parent who wants to get the best photos of my kids up there. That said, I take tons of pictures of lots of different things...
