“I have just have to photograph this!” said Julien, as we explored the natural beauty we were finding on our walk in the river. “That’s the sign of a real photographer,” I replied. Click went the camera and a smile crossed the face of my 8 year-old grandson. I was smiling too. I love to be out with my photo buddy.
It’s been a while since we went out together with our cameras. Yesterday started out as a walk in the cool forest on a hot day, just the two of us. We found a tire swing in the woods, lots of plants to photograph but mostly just enjoyed our exploration together.












When we got home, we processed the photos and made a slide show for the whole family to see. It was such a hit that three people in the family requested prints of some of his images. Awesome! There were smiles all around.
And you can see the slideshow too!
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I’m wanting to do the same thing with my grand daughter.
She’s almost 5. What camera do you suggest. I didn’t really want her to use my Fuji’s.
Thanks
Kim
Hi Kim,
I have an old Canon G10 p&s camera. It’s great for him because it has a zoom, macro mode and he’s learning about some of the exposure settings. We keep it st hone but it’s his camera when he’s here.
Dennis,
You have not only a best photo buddy, but also a young protégé!!! Maybe it’s in the genes? , but I suspect it has a lot to do with an excellent ,and experienced teacher!!!
Young Julien has a great eye and has already captured images I envy!!! Love that “motion” result…any secrets we amateurs can learn?
thanks Dennis for sending this delightful blog -it feeds my appetite for more photography!!!
Happy Trails to you -with your lucky grandson! Laura’s sister, Tini
Hi Tini, So glad to hear from you. Thanks for all your kind words. The secret to creating those motion shots is to move the camera while the shutter is open. Be warned, you’ll have some keepers for sure but also lots of throw-aways. My best to you!
I am saying something nice cause I have to to get aprroval.
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You’re a goof, Mr. Piginns!