I feel like once we become mothers, each of us also becomes a photographer. Whether we stay an amateur, practice on our own or take a class, we’re snapping the world around our kids and our lives, so that we don’t miss a moment to treasure later on. Every camera needs a bag and I’m totally digging all of the great bags that Kelly Moore has to offer!
My favorite, which I got to check out is the Monroe Bag by Kelly Moore. ?I love how large this bag is because it’s totally functional for a mom, student or traveler. It features 3 padded, removable liners, 2 spaces on each side to store a laptop or tablet, 1 inside zipper pocket, 3 clear envelope pockets and has a messenger pouch for when you just need to carry something small.
As you can see, it fit my camera well, with plenty of room for extras. I actually plan to take my Monroe Bag to Punta Cana next month and it will serve as a place to store anything I’d have in my purse, my camera, Surface Pro, passport and incidentals.
I’ll carry the messenger pouch when I’m out and about – should be perfect!
Kelly Moore offers and assortment of high quality camera bags for every level of photographer. They even offer bags just for the guys! And now I’d like to share some lighting tips with you, courtesy of Kelly Moore!
Photo Lighting Tips
Finding the right light is important when taking any photos, and especially those that include people. Lighting can take an OK shot to a beautiful shot!
- Turn off your flash! Never use the unflattering, too bright camera flash. Even if you?re just using your phone, turn off the flash!
- Find window light. One sure way to make a photo more interesting, is to have one directional light. Sometimes I turn off all interior lights, and light the subject only with the window light.
- Get creative! Use a lamp, use the flashlight on your phone, use the sun, it’s not important what you light it with, it’s HOW you light it. Again, I prefer to have one light source, I feel like this helps give drama to any image.
- When all else fails, just get the moment! Sometimes it doesn?t matter if it’s lit well, just to have the photo is worth it.
- quick tip: when you?re about to take a photo ask yourself if there’s a light you can turn off or on that will make the photo more interesting.
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I love this bag as it would suit my needs perfectly. BTW, have a great trip.
I love the camera bag you reviewed! Now I just need to invest in a good camera so I have a good excuse to get one 🙂
What a great roomy bag that I love! I love bags like this because they really help keep my stuff organized! I sure would love a Kelly Moore Bag!
I love these bags. They look like they could be used for more than just cameras.
These are great photo lighting tips, I love this. I know that my favorite is to just get the moment! I love seeing photos that were captured on a whim, no planning!
Great tips! I love the one about not turning on your flash. So many people don’t know that one.
I love large bags as well, so this Monroe Bag by Kelly Moore seems just right for me. I love the color and style too.
Thank you for these tips, I love taking pictures too, and these tips are definitely a must try. For that awesome bag, I think my wife gonna love it too.
Oh my gosh, Mel they have SUCH cute bags now…love the colors! This one is really pretty. I’m in need of a new cam bag. Good tips. I always have taken most pics near a window. Natural lighting is always the best. I need a new way to do indoor winter ones though. Never had a good camera flash.