Happy Wednesday everyone! I’ve got a super duper giveaway I think you are all going to love today, holla!
So let me ask, how many of you have one of those fancy DSLR cameras and just aren’t sure how to use it? There are so many buttons and settings on these cameras, right? And lenses…which ones do you have? Which ones do you need? Well, if you feel like you don’t know your camera at all or you just want to learn how to use it for all it is worth or hey, maybe you just want to learn how to take those beautiful photographs just like the professionals than you need Katie Evans to the rescue!!
Katie Evans is an amazing photographer who has come out with her very own book called, The Key to Taking Pictures Like a Professional Photographer…sounds good right! Well it is!! If you haven’t heard of her yet you need to head over to her blog stat. She not only shares some beautiful photography with all of us over there but she is also super sweet to offer up many, and I mean many, tips on how to take and get great pictures.
One of my favorite blog posts is her ‘5 ways to improve your child photography‘…the pictures are stunning and the tips are great (see the photo above!) She also has a great post on how to make those gorgeous black and white photos we all love to look at her and her latest post really called to me, ‘5 tips to taking beautiful newborn pictures in the hospital‘. I’ll definitely be re-reading these tips come June!!
So are you interested in taking a peek at this great book?
Inside it she talks about Lighting, Composition and even Editing…
She even talks about lenses and includes pictures of what kind of shot each lens takes. And framing and composition…oh man, there is sooo much good info and so much that I need to continually practice…which is cool cause I have some great subjects named Noah, Penelope and Eloise 🙂
Today Katie Evans is so generous to offer up TWO of her ebooks, The Key to Taking Pictures Like a Professional Photographer, to TWO of you!! Told you this was a great giveaway!
To enter:
1. Leave a comment and tell me what kind of camera you own!
That’s it!!!! So easy 🙂
**Make sure you leave an email address so you can get your book via email!!
Oh, and if you want to go ahead and buy the book, Katie is offering 20% off her ebook to Smashed Peas and Carrots readers if you use the exclusive coupon code, peasandcarrots, at check out! This offer is good only for 1 week!!!
Giveaway ends Saturday, February 25 2012 at 8 am
Good Luck!!
XOXO,
Tara @ Tara Being Tara says
I have a Canon DSLR — which I have no idea how to use and would LOVE to learn!! Thanks for the giveaway!
Carrie says
I have a NIKON D3000 and a newborn at home. I need all the help I can get.
WOM-MOMS says
I have a Canon PowerShot SX110 IS. What a mouthful!
likeschocolate says
I have a cannon and never seem to get off auto. Would live to learn how to make my photos look like a rock star!!!!!
Elizabeth says
I have a Canon Digital Rebel XT. One of Canon’s original digital DSLR and I have no clue how to use it!
amy h says
I use a Nikon D90 and I want to be better! (-:
Aleisha says
I just bought a Canon Rebel T2i about 2 weeks ago. I would love to have this book. All of these buttons and features can be overwhelming. 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!
Hooked in the Sound says
I have a Nikon D90 – learning to use it better is on my resolution list for this year! Thanks for the chance to win this book!
Deb says
I have a Canon Rebel T2i, I love it but don’t know how to use it! Hope I win!
Jenny says
I have a canon rebel xsi. I took a class a few years ago which taught me how to shoot in manual, but I need to brush up my skills and am ready to learn some more! I hope I win! rjbwilson@gmail.com
Kelly says
Canon 60D – but I still need to learn how to use it!
Rebecca (RivkaBelle) says
I’ve got a Canon Rebel EOS [numbers I forget], haha … I only have the original lens, but want a macro and a bigger zoom badly! I tend to shoot on auto, but do use manual focus.
I took History of Photography in school, but everything we learned was for film – and my digiskillz don’t extend past normal shooting. Would love to learn more tricks! :o)
quarterback.girl[at]gmail[dot]com
btanders says
Nikkon D60. I’ve had it for 5 years and am still not totally sure how to use all the functions. This book would be GREAT!
Anabella says
I have a Sony S7000, it’s not great, I know, but I want to buy a Nikon soon.
Great giveaway, I really like Katie!
anita_ikv(@)hotmail(.)com
Amie {Kitty Cats and Airplanes} says
Ohhh me please! I got a Nikon D5100 for Christmas and I need all the help I can get with it.
kittycatsandairplanes at gmail dot com
Heather, TJ, Brock, and Jillian says
My wonderful Mama just passed down her awesome camera to me when she upgraded, so I don’t have a clue how to use it… some kind of fancy Nikon with too many bells and whistles! I need some help and would love this book!
queenieh@aol.com
Joy says
I own a Sony a550. Love it but would love some tips on how to use it better.
Grandma G says
I have a Kodak Z740. Someday the DSLR……
Kelly says
I have a Panasonic point and shoot digital camera. I’m hoping to get a dslr someday. My hubby said though that having a good camera does not automatically mean you’ll take better pictures. So I’ve been waiting on the new camera. But maybe if I had this book, it would help! Thanks for the giveaway. Looks awesome!
jgenoble says
I have a Canon Rebel T3i. 🙂
-jgenobl@g.clemson.edu
Mandy says
I have a Nikkon D40, I love it and would love to learn how to take more professional pics!!!! Thanks for the giveaway!!
Liz says
I have a Canon dSLR. I pretend that I know how to use it, but after seeing how all my Christmas photos came out I realized that I have absolutely no clue! 🙂
Michelle E says
I have a Nikon coolpix S8200 point and shoot. And sometimes I take my husband’s canon 30D hostage, but don’t REALLY know what I’m doing with that big boy (the camera… not my husband!) michelleelings(at)comcast(dot)net 🙂
Abigails Shim says
Well I am searching for one currently on e-bay, i have an old one and my droid phone. However this caught my eye because my brither in-in-law is trying to learn to take neat pictures. He is always posting one up on facebook. haha.
Debbie says
I have a Canon Rebel T2i and no clue what I am doing. Thanks
Debbie
Scrapping42@yahoo.com
Debbie says
I have a Canon Rebel T2i and no clue what I am doing. Thanks
Debbie
Scrapping42@yahoo.com
Anna says
I have a Sony Alpha 390. Thank you for the chance to win!
Stephanie says
I have a Canon Powershot G12, but I’m hoping to upgrade to a DSLR someday soon. I also have my dad’s old Canon SLR (film) that he used when I was a kid.
Diana says
I have a Canon Rebel T2i and love it! But I’d love a chance to learn more about it!
taylor.diana@gmail.com
DebZorn says
I have a Nikon D7000. I’m always interested in learning and enhancing my skills.
Deanna says
My baby is a Nikon D90 and I am in love!! Slowly, I am learning and hope to shut of the auto settings very soon. 😉
dmonestero@comcast.net
deborah says
I have a Pentax K1000 (a film camera!!) & a Canon PowerShot A570 IS.
Savanna says
I have a Nikon D3100 and love to read about new ways to use it. mrssavannabennett gmail com
marylynn says
I have a Sony A230. My baby girl is giving me lots of practice, but I really need some professional tips! I remember just enough from my high school photography class to be dangerous. 🙂
Parker Post says
I have a Canon Rebel T3i
jessijoparker@hotmail.com
Nikki says
I have a canon rebel eos t3i!
Christine says
Oh my gosh just in time for high school graduation photos!!! I own a Nikon d5000 and love it! Wish I knew how to utilize it to the fullest power!!
mchristinebarrett@gmailcom
Erin says
We’re just looking at getting a DSLR camera and are having a hard time deciding which one to get. Any suggestions? I’d love to win!
erlotz@yahoocom
Regina says
Kodak point and shoot digital – but I aspire.
Roxanne says
My Favorite is my Nikon D3100, before I got it, I leaned a Canon (I don’t know the Number, it was an older One^^) and I like the Nikon much more. The Colours are amazing!
On my second blog, you can see that I’m tryin to make good photos, but there is much to learn…
So the ebook would be a great help for me. =)
My mailadress is linrox@web.de
RDgal says
I sadly don’t own a camera! I only use my iphone!
hollymade says
I have a Canon Rebel, love it!
Kasey says
I have a Nikon 3100 but I have no idea how to use it! Could really use some tips!
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sara says
I have a Canon Rebel XOS. I keep it on auto and I’m so sad because I know it can do amazing things. I would love to win this! My email is saracoral16@hotmail.com
Emily says
I have a canon t3i and I love it (and would love to learn to unleash its power!). emmillee(AT)Gmail(dot)com
azawada says
I have a Canon Rebel T2i (which I just bought) and I could really use some pointers!amyzawada@gmail.com
Mariana Gray says
I have a Canon Rebel xsi, and I love it! Starrylibertine@gmail.com
Becca says
I have a Canon Rebel xsi.
homeiswheremystorybegins@gmail.com
Becca
sd says
I have a Canon Powershot SD1000 and have been thinking about getting a DSLR. This book looks awesome and the pictures are beautiful! sarah(dot)dugan(at)gmail(dot)com
Rebekah says
I have a Nikon D90 and would absolutely love to know how to do more with it!
Anonymous says
Nikon D90.
love it.
taliaherman(at)gmail(dot)com
Chas says
I have a Canon T1i!!!!
nicholschastity@gmail.com
velma says
All I have is a hand-me-down Nikon E-7900 PNS, but I manage to get some decent shots. velma(AT)colorbombcreations(dot)com
red_wagon says
That book looks great! I have a Canon Rebel EOS. It’s a few years old but still takes great shots! Would love to improve! redshikari@gmail.com
CheapskateKate says
We have a Pentax K-x. This is an awesome opportunity!
kmanyoky@gmail.com
Anonymous says
We have a Canon Rebel T2i
kristina_ann_scott@hotmail.com
Kristina S.
Sally S. says
I have a Nikon D70s
ssosler(at)gmail(dot)com
WJMOM says
I have an Olympus SP-800UZ….however, I hope to upgrade to a full DSLR soon. 🙂
Thanks for the opportunity.
wyatt49333@gmail.com
Emily says
crossing my fingers on this one!
Canon Rebel T2i
ergoodman{at}gmail{dot}com
The Rhea Lane Families says
I have a canon powershot sd780 but long for a good professional grade camera! I’d love to read this book though and learn some tips… for future use!
The Rhea Lane Families says
ohh. my email is taylorlane18@hotmail.com. thanks!
Jessica says
Beautiful photos! I use a Pentax K10D right now, ordering my upgrade to a K-5, hopefully tonight!!!
jessiemasonphotos@gmail.com
Rhiannon says
I have a Canon Rebel T2i. I’d love to have this book!
rhiannonruch(at)hotmail(dot)com
lynaeve says
I own a sony cyber shot. Its a low quality one but I love it.
Sam says
WOW, thanks for the opportunity to win these books! I have a Sony Alpha 55 and would love to learn how to take better photos. Mine are pretty hit and miss at the moment, with many, many shockers for every lucky shot!
Best wishes,
Sam
navarino(at)yahoo(dot)com
EAbbate says
I own a Canon PowerShot SX20IS 12.1MP Digital Camera. My email is Erin.Abbate@gmail.com
squishysandee says
Have a Rebel T2i
Wanted to get a nice camera now I just need to learn how to use all features. 🙂
squishysandee(at)gmail(dot)com
Nicole says
I have a cannon DSLR that I would love to get the best use out of.
Nurseniki at Comcast dot net
Anonymous says
I own a Canon Rebel and I love it! This book would certainly help me learn more about how to take better photos.
n.rider@yahoo.com
Marcie-mowers5@hotmail.com says
I have a Canon Rebel that I got for Christmas…and can’t figure out how to use!
Anonymous says
I have a Fujifilm Finepix 🙂
Thanks!
Tia
mtrand2 AT gmail DOT com
Laura @ ON{thelaundry}LINE says
Canon Rebel XTI but I would love to upgrade it… I don’t want to upgrade until I can make a time commitment to trying my hand at going pro, and I don’t want to go pro right now cos I’m preggers with a 14 month old so starting a business right now doesn’t seem like a great plan haha. So for now I’m just committed to trying to be the best photog I can be with what I have on-hand!
Amy M says
We have a Nikon Coolpix L110 camera.
Carolyn says
I own a Nikon D5100, and I need to stop using Auto….
Julie S says
I have a cannon sx20. scheuerjulie@yahoo.com
milliedog says
I bought a Nikon D3100 last year and I still have not figured it out! I NEED help!!! Thanks for the chance to win this much needed HELP!
jehb123@aol.com
Jessica says
I have a Canon Rebel t2i. I am very excited about this giveaway as I have a 7 month old and would love to learn how to take fabulous photos of her.
Thanks!
Jessica
doblejessica@gmail.com
Allison says
I have a Canon Rebel T2i! I need to get it off AUTO! Thanks! allisonsullivan10@gmail.com
KnoxMomi says
I have a Canon EOS Rebel T3i a Christmas present and this ebook would be extremely helpful for me 😀 juliennelw@mac.com
Danielle says
My little baby is a Canon 450D – Love it, but would Love to love it more if I knew some more tips!
mdmozjerin(at)bigpond(dot)(com)
Me and My Pink Mixer says
I have a Canon Rebel T2i and have no idea how to use it off of auto – I need this!!
Anonymous says
I have a Canon Digital Rebel! Would love, love, love new/more tips! meaghanswanson@hotmail.com
Haley Stencel says
I have a Canon DSLR that I have had for a few years and do not know how to use 🙁 But really, really would like to learn!!!
Karen says
I have a Nikon D90. I’ve tried shooting in manual, but always end up going back to auto. I know…horrible!
that crafty k (no spaces) at gmail dot com
Anonymous says
I have a Canon EOS Rebel T2i, along with a 13 month old who just started walking and another due in September! I sure wish I could get some decent shots one of these days! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity 🙂
leahhardt@hotmail.com
Momarabbit says
I have a Canon Rebel XS but have to spend most of the time reading to figure out how to use it, lol. The pictures work but I am sure there are better settings to beautify all the photos we take of of girls.
eagerembalmer(AT)msn(DOT)com
Heidi says
I have a Canon Rebel XTi..an oldy but goody. 🙂 She does a great job, but I would love to take BETTER photos with her.
Abby says
Nikon D3100…..need to get out of auto mode!!
Abbyj306@yahoo.com
Natalie says
I have a Canon Rebel XS. It’s like the most basic of the basic DSLRs out there, but I still love it.
Paula says
I have an archaec D70, but the lenses are way cool to play with!
Kate says
I have a Nikon D40. Your site is amazing thanks for sharing.
ktorola@gmail.com
shy says
I have a Canon Rebel T2i. I’d love to learn some new tricks before bluebonnet season here in Texas!
Katherine Hawkins says
I have a Nikon D60 and a new little one on the way, so lots of help would be amazing!
Jill says
I have a Kodak Easyshare…a Yashika- an old film camera, and I am saving up for a Canon Rebel, and am almost there! So interested in checking out this book!
Michelle says
I have a Nikon D90 and an iPhone. What? An iPhone? Well, the truth is, I’ve come to the realization that I haven’t a clue & the fancy-pants camera pictures aren’t any better than the phone pictures. We just got back from a NYC vacation and the memories are fresh and wonderful, but the pictorial evidence is sad. I SO need this book!
**katiebug** says
I have a Panasonic DMC-FH25V & an Olympus C730.
myownkatiebug@netscape.net
Katie says
I have a Nikon D7000 & I really want this book!
Lauren says
i have a nikon D60 and two adorable little girls to photograph!
lauren@bootlegpottery.com
Christy Long says
I have a Canon DSLR 60D!
Charming82@hotmail.com
sayer13 says
I own a Canon Powershot SX10 and a Canon Powershot SX210. Would like to get off the manual mode.
Andrea Robinson says
I have a Canon T2i, a 4 year old, a 2 year old and one on the way….capturing moments is what I love but I’m always on auto! Would love to learn!!!
Andrea Robinson says
andrea.robinson@yahoo.com
shelbyrob2000 says
My Polaroid is on its way out and I’m looking for a new camera (and possibly a new hobby). It’s orange, and I love how I always know which camera is mine when I’m at a gathering.
jroxdesigns says
I have a Canon Rebel T2i and I LOVE IT! I’m still learning manual and Katie is AMAZING! I would love to have her book!!!
Household 6 says
I don’t own a DSLR yet And just use a tiny point n shoot. – but have been wanting one and want to learn more
About how to use one!
Carrie says
I have an older digital Canon Rebel EOS. I could definitely use this book!! I tend to use my camera basically as just a point & shoot, but I know I could do so much more with it if I took the time to learn how.
Barbara says
I have a Nikon D90 and would love this book.
Katie says
I have a Nikon D3100. Would LOVE to learn how to use it! Thanks! katie.e.helms@gmail.com
Christine says
This book looks so fantastic;I would love to read it! Canon Rebel CD.
Kathy says
I have a Canon Rebel XSi.
kathylizblevins@gmail.com
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theedeeter says
I have a canon rebel xs. Its awesome!
Csdeeter@Gmail.com
cori says
Nikon D80
jroehl says
Nikon Dx40
jroehl@hickorytech.net
Alison says
I have a canon rebel eos
Heidi says
I have a Nikon Coolpix P500. I am working towards a DSLR.
Erin says
I have a Nikon D3000, and my pics are touch and go. I could definitely use help!
The Ryan's says
I have a Nikon D5100. HeatherJRyan@yahoo.com
samlevi13 says
I have a cannon point and shoot And it’s okay for what it does, but I am saving up for a dsl camera so I want this ebook!!! Rdfarrugia@yahoo.com.
Cassie and Lou says
Currently have a Olympus Stylus Tough, but are looking at Cannon D-SLR…So this book wo uld be perfect!
cassandra.dimauro@gmail.com
Bri says
I have a canon point and shoot, but I am saving up for a D-SLR. Would LOVE this book! 🙂
Anonymous says
Just upgraded to a Nikon 3100. This book looks like it has tons of information.
sogata85@hotmail.com
Caroline says
We have a Canon Rebel. Would love this book!
Amy b says
Nikon 3100. famousamus@email.com
LynnZMommy says
Canon T2i. I would love a book like this! Seems perfect for some quick, easy to understand instructions.
latanya says
I have a Canon Rebel.
dlatany at gmail dot com
Jenn K says
Canon Rebel — awesome giveaway. I am drooling over her pictures.
jking909 at gmail dot com
Thanks!
Anderson Almanac says
Nikon 5100
kristinwithani says
A point and shoot but am saving for a DSLR and still can’t decide which one.
carolinagirl 1993 at yahoo dot com
this book looks great!
Hannah Earle says
Pentax K-R
bachmanville says
i have a canon 60d. would love this!
sharabachman at gmail dot com
M.W. says
I only have a point and shoot, but I am wanting to upgrade to a DSLR! I would LOVE to win this! Thanks!
Wendy wcousinox@hotmail.com says
I have a canon rebel too!!
mel says
Canon Rebel T2i
Candace @ Candace Creations says
Panasonic Lumix fz28 hoping to upgrade soon 🙂
candace dot crockett at yahoo dot com
Bruny says
I have a point and shoot but hope to upgrade soon!!
Cathy says
I just got a Canon Rebel T3i, but have no idea of all its bells and whistles.
cathy at willman dot com
Anonymous says
Still trying to figure out my Canon Rebel T3i. I would love to learn how to get better shots of my kids! 🙂
smith_hn@yahoo.com
Linda V says
I have a canon point & shoot, but am watching to get a Nikon dsl
~ Shannon says
I have a Canon T1i, and I love it! 🙂
My e-mail is in my blogger profile.
Thanks!
Anonymous says
Canon Rebel T3i, leanne_mercredi@yahoo.com
Brittany says
I’ve had a Canon T2i for 2 months and I love it!
missprss13 says
I have a Nikon D3100! I’m a new mommy and would LOVE to learn tips and tricks to take pictures of my beautiful baby girl! mlwade13@gmail.com
Allegra (Allie) Pelletier says
Canon Rebel T3. 🙂 I would LOOOOOOVE to win this!! I’m a teenage photographer getting ready to go to college, where I hope to start up a small business doing creative lifestyle portrait photography. 🙂
tweetyscute says
I own a Sony that is always set on auto
ninajanke at gmail com
Mommy the Milk Wagon says
I have a Nikon D90 also always set on auto! haha Thankfully, I have friends that have taken pics for me, but I would love to learn on my own.
Anonymous says
I have a canon rebel and seriously need to learn how to get off of auto! Fcmertsching at hotmail com
Jessica says
I own a Nikon D3100, and I love it@!!@
jessicarwarfield at gmail dot com