http://www.gkvale.com/blog Spreading Smiles since 1910 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:31:41 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Introduction The 18-megapixel Canon EOS 550D (marketed as the EOS Rebel T2i in North America) is the successor to last year’s 15-megapixel 500D / T1i. Putting aside the increase in pixel count, the 550D / T2i offers a 1,040,000-dot LCD screen with an aspect ratio of 3:2, a 63-zone metering sensor ... http://www.gkvale.com/blog/index.php/2012/01/09/canon-eos-550d-review/ [caption id="attachment_274" align="aligncenter" width="622" caption="Lens of Camcorder"][/caption] These tutorials are designed to provide you with knowledge and skills to improve every aspect of your camera work. They begin at the absolute novice level and work through to professional operations. They are also applicable to any type of camera work.  It doesn't matter ... http://www.gkvale.com/blog/index.php/2012/01/06/g-k-vales-tutorial-on-videography/ Getting started with Photography Before choosing your new digital camera read this digital camera comparison guide.Digital cameras can be expensive; this blog will help you make a wise choice of digital camera. The first thing to consider before you do anything else is think about how you are going to ... http://www.gkvale.com/blog/index.php/2012/01/04/getting-started-with-photography-wedding-photography/ Did you know the history of photography?The word photography is derived from Greek word photos (light) and graphein (to draw). The word was first used by Sir John F.W. Herschel in 1838. The first camera was invented around 1000Ad it was also called as Camera Obscura by Alhazen (Ibn  Al-Haytham). He ... http://www.gkvale.com/blog/index.php/2011/12/15/history-of-photography/ Just a few days until Christmas. Here is a quick guide to take stunning pictures during the festival of lights. Preparations for Christmas The actual Christmas meal or party is obviously the best part of the day, but there are other photographic opportunities, particularly in the preparations stages of the day. · Food ... http://www.gkvale.com/blog/index.php/2011/12/12/things-to-photograph-during-christmas/ 1. Nikon D3100 The D3100 is the best entry-level digital SLR currently available. A host of features and excellent image quality sends this camera to the top of the pack. Pros Lots of features that put it ahead of all other entry-level digital SLRs, Full HD recording at 24fps, Excellent image quality ... http://www.gkvale.com/blog/index.php/2011/11/15/5-outstanding-dslr-cameras-for-amateur-photographers/ 1. Manual Mode Allows you full control over exposure and depth of field. 2.  Metering Metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines the exposure. 3. Aperture and Shutter Speed Dials Aperture controls the amount of depth of field or how much is in focus, the smaller the f-number eg. ... http://www.gkvale.com/blog/index.php/2011/11/10/everything-you-need-to-know-about-camera-settings/ Testimonial Our happy customer, Mr.Mandar Kulkarni, sent us this feedback and we are sharing it with the world : "Last week you took Portrait photographs for me and my family. I would like to inform you that they have come up very well and we are extremely happy with the pictures. I sincerely appreciate ... http://www.gkvale.com/blog/index.php/2011/08/16/happy-customers/ What is a photo book? A photo book is the next evolution of the photo album using your digital photos. Using very simple software, anyone can create a beautiful coffee table-style book of your personal memories. If you are looking for a new, attractive and unique way to show off your photos, ... http://www.gkvale.com/blog/index.php/2010/06/29/photobooks/ Taking great photos of children – from newborns to teenagers –is easy if you remember a few tricks and keep the subject’s age uppermost in your mind. In a sense, babies are easy to photograph. They’re too young to be aware of what a photograph is, so they can’t react to ... http://www.gkvale.com/blog/index.php/2010/06/14/photographing-kids/