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The airport x-ray machine is a dastardly villain with his sneaky invisible light. If you’ve ever come home from vacation and found your film exposures looked really foggy or strange, your film might have been a victim of x-rays. Thankfully, there are ways to keep your film safe on its trip through airport security. This is one time you might want the security agents to get more hands-on! p.s. Photojojo’s on Pinterest! Photo-loving pinners: Follow us to find out how you can win $50 in Photojojo Store goodies! |
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It’s a heartbreaking tale: film may one day be hard to find. With companies cutting down on the kinds of film they make, filmophiles are working to amass a stash of their favorites. The good news is film keeps better than a fruitcake from 2005! With a few simple steps, the film you bought in 2012 will be usable for years to come. p.s. Photojojo’s hiring! We’re seeking a top-notch writer and a full-time buyer in San Francisco. |
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We’re at CES this week! That stands for Consumer Electronics Show, a convention of the latest in gadgets of all kinds, but best of all: cameras. You’ll find booths for everything from Hello Kitty to Nikon, Fuji, and Polaroid. Because all the sensor sizes, f-stops and long-winded terminology* start to melt into a foggy photo haze, we rounded up and broke down the most noteworthy camera stories from CES! *mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras, anyone? A Guide to the Latest in Digital Cameras p.s. Our pals at the New York Institute of Photography want to help you become the best photographer ever. You can take their classes on your own time from just about anywhere! |
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The Holidays are over: all the eggnog has been drunk and the presents opened. Some of you have already had coffee, grabbed your new camera and are ready for a photo challenge for the coming year. Or maybe some of you are still in your jammies whilst Instagramming your new Angry Bird slippers. Well, we’ve got some amazing photo projects to inspire and motivate you all! From daily year-long endeavors to self-portraits and solargraphs, there’s a project that’ll suit your photo personality. Photo Projects for a Snappy New Year |
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You’ve been good all year, and Santa recognized your dedication with a brand new camera! We thought we’d help with some practical tips about taking care of your new baby. Everything from how to clean your lens, what filters are what and what to do with the photos after you’ve played with your camera plenty. It’s okay if Santa forgot to include a care guide. We got you covered. Get Started With Your New Camera! |
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Soon you’ll be launched into a food-nomming, photo-snapping, gift-searching frenzy. Here to help: our roundup of delectable photo goodies. Wipe that drool off your mouth and dig into Photojojo’s Very Last Gift Guide! Don’t forget, free priority shipping on orders over $50. p.s. Not sure what to get the photog fanatic in your family? Check out our first ever Photojojo Present Picker! For Christmas delivery, order by Fri Dec 16 by Priority Mail (FREE) or UPS Ground, Wed Dec 21 by UPS 2-Day*, and Thurs Dec 22 by UPS Next Day*. *Order by 1pm CST.
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Superheroes were never paid for their humanitarian efforts. Come to think of it, they kinda just did all their do-goodin’ for free! Maybe it’s because there’s something intrinsically awesome about helping others. It just makes you feel good. On December 10th, you can take part in Help Portrait by giving a portrait to someone in need! With the forthcoming Christmas tree installations and mall traffic, give a portrait to restore dignity, bring smiles and even remind people, many of whom have forgotten, how beautiful they are. How to Give a Portrait to Someone in Need Photo: Dallas, TX Help Portrait |
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Holiday. Photo. Time. Three innocent little words that when strung together can cause much anxiety in parents around the globe. To reduce the stress and end up with photos that really capture the true spirit of your family, we nabbed professional kid photographer and author of Click!, Rachel Devine. Rachel’s neatly rolled up her top notch advice in this guide that’ll last you straight through your eggnog supply and into next year! Top 10 Tips for Photographing Kids |
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You calmly plug your ears at the first hint of a Christmas carol and politely refuse your co-worker’s gingerbread cookies. The Holidays, already? Well cheer up scrooge! Here’s a darn good reason to end your holiday denial: The Photojojo Holiday Gift Guide Numero Uno. We’ve been (really, really) pumped on these photo goodies all year. So without further ado:
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Do you remember the first time you held a camera? Pushing on a button somehow procured a preserved rectangular memory that you could hold in your hand. From that day on you never looked back…mostly because you were too busy looking into the viewfinder. World Photography Day is tomorrow, August 19th, and it’s the perfect day to show your camera some love! Whether your preferred camera is plastic, pinhole, or also known as your phone, we’ve collected the most inspiring ideas and even a photo themed mixtape to celebrate your very own photo day at home. Hats off to you, Mr. Daguerre. Photojojo’s Guide to World Photography Day p.s. Our buddies at Easy Canvas Prints are giving 50% off + free shipping for Photojojoers (you!). They turn your photos into rad canvas prints! Feature image: Sherman Geronimo-Tan |
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