tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888188760253449682026-06-26T03:15:01.727-05:00Hi, I'm award winning photographer and educator Noel Chenier Check out my new learning community at http://www.learnphoto365.com! This is an old blog archive of posts. Try out my Photography Assignment Generator Apps on the App Store! www.learnphoto.ca/apps. Any questions, contact me at noel@noelchenier.catesthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.comBlogger130125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-28158114416133570142016-02-11T08:50:00.001-05:002016-02-11T08:50:42.238-05:00

IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR IPAD APP USERS, PLEASE READ! When I first launched my app, I made the decision to put out separate versions for iPhone/iPod and iPad. Partly because I couldn’t figure out how to make the app universal, partly because I thought it would be better. For a variety of reasons, it wasn’t. Well, now I’ve figured it out.    Which lead to another problem...how to

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-80144733369380573252015-03-16T13:16:00.000-05:002015-03-16T23:48:01.280-05:00

Happy St. Patricks Day's to everyone Irish...and those who aren't! In honor of the Emerald Isle, how about some green/St. Patrick's Day themed assignments? Share this info with your friends! Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-83607589963848991532015-02-13T13:09:00.000-05:002015-02-13T16:46:26.856-05:00

Happy Valentine's Day! Here are some assignments on the theme of love. Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document, 'script', 'twitter-wjs'); So from my Learn Photo365 Photo

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 HAPPY FRIDAY THE 13th! Here are some ideas for taking some spooky themed photographs.  Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document, 'script', 'twitter-wjs'); MONSTER

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Very excited to announce June 25th to June 28th as the dates for this year’s Grand Manan photography workshop, four awesome days of amazing photography, great people, learning, and fun for photographers of all levels!.  Looking forward to another great trip with some great people. Here are all the details! If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me! Reminder that if you

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-28981359081396763692015-01-07T14:36:00.000-05:002015-11-09T13:04:43.512-05:00

Nothing beats zooming down an icy, snow covered landscape on a small piece of plastic with nothing but your feet between you and certain death. If you are heading out to enjoy a day of sliding and want to take some great photos, here are some tips! (Feel free to share with your friends via the Twitter/Facebook links at the end!) Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(

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Going to ring in 2015 with a bang and want to photograph the awesome firework display?  Here's how! Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document, 'script', 'twitter-wjs');

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Happy Holidays!  Christmas is upon us, and New Years Eve is almost here! If you are going out to celebrate and want to get some great shots, here are some tips!   Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-32396348828363090082014-12-26T09:52:00.000-05:002014-12-27T11:37:54.002-05:00

I just wanted to take a minute to wish you all a happy and safe holidays! I hope Santa Claus brings you some great photo goodies, and that 2015 brings you lots of great photo opportunities! I have a lot of to be thankful for, with the amount of support you have all given me with launch of my apps.  Here are some tips to get a nice photo of your tree, as well as a nice family portrait

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The annual Geminid Meteor Shower is here coming up!  It's the busiest one,  so get out your tripods, get a cup of coffee, and go shoot them with some friends! Here's some tips on how! FULL POST WILL ALL THE TECHNICAL CAMERA INFO NOW AT WWW.LEARNPHOTO365.COM Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-34648011540572132822014-11-27T16:30:00.000-05:002015-01-03T13:11:50.710-05:00

Here's a quick list of options for those looking to buy a SLR camera to get into photography, or treat themselves for being good this year by upgrading! Tweet Share on Facebook CAMERAS What brand should I choose? I am a Nikon or Canon guy...not saying that Pentax, Sony, or Olympus make bad cameras, but I know that Nikon and Canon will always be making cameras...the others

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-63722351970375830242014-11-27T16:00:00.000-05:002015-01-03T13:12:17.532-05:00

Most camera kits come with a wide angle-normal(18-55mm) or a wide angle-short telephoto(17-85mm). Which is great...if all you want to do is wide shots and the party photos. Here a guide to what to look for when buying other lenses, including telephotos and macro! Tweet Share on Facebook TELEPHOTO LENSES You will want to have a minimum 70-300 telephoto lens for portraits,

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-20941285432962506512014-11-27T14:58:00.000-05:002015-01-03T13:15:52.058-05:00

This posting will be about what accessories Santa should bring you for your camera! 1) TRIPODS 2) FILTERS 3) ACCESSORIES Tweet Share on Facebook 1) BUYING A TRIPOD You've spent hundreds or thousands of dollars on camera equipment, so it's not a good idea to go cheap with what you're going to use to support it. The brand that I recommend is MANFROTTO. They are well built,

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-62396584946398214632014-11-27T13:44:00.000-05:002015-01-03T13:12:30.777-05:00

If you are looking to add a flash or two to your collection, here are some options for your Christmas list... Tweet Share on Facebook Follow @noelchenier For Canon, you have two options: Consumer-Canon 430EXII $400 Pro- Canon 600 EX-RT $600 If you can still find one new, the Canon 580EXII $600 DO NOT BUY THE 270. It's a crap flash that doesn't have manual power settings. Waste

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-83339021372105055172014-11-27T13:00:00.000-05:002014-11-27T19:20:48.000-05:00

This blog post is for anyone who has a PHOTOGRAPHER to buy for and want to get them something fun and quirky...or useful! Some of this stuff can be found locally, but some you'll have to order from Toronto or the states...but c'mon, your photographer is worth it! Tweet Share on Facebook FUN AND QUIRKY STUFF! CAMERA LENSES YOU CAN DRINK FROM No, that's not a typo...recently a

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-29787561897553135082014-11-23T08:56:00.000-05:002014-11-27T17:45:59.572-05:00

 With the school Christmas concert season upon us, time to yet again recycle an oldie but a goodie blog post!! Here's some tips on getting the great concert photos! Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-4638440312582732412014-10-27T22:00:00.000-05:002014-10-28T15:42:47.852-05:00

Since Halloween is upon us, here are some tips on how to get some great pumpkin, costume, and other pix! Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document, 'script', 'twitter-wjs');

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-68318745835804059792014-10-24T10:02:00.000-05:002014-10-24T10:06:08.998-05:00

  So I've finally gotten around to putting together my first photo critique video, an idea I've wanted to do for a while and just never go to finishing...(like many of my ideas) Here is the first one, I would really love to know what you think about it. Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-36927202701398424682014-10-21T09:24:00.001-05:002014-10-24T10:06:54.352-05:00

Fall is a great time for photographs, and taking photographs of your kids playing in leaves is just one of the possibilities. Here are some ideas for capturing some great moments. Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-21490634366829113742014-10-07T07:16:00.000-05:002015-10-08T05:49:29.695-05:00

The annual Draconids Meteor Showers is peaking this week on October 8th/9th! It's not usually a very plentiful shower...but it can roar when you least expect it! So get out your tripods, grab a coffee, and go shoot them! Here's some tips on how! Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-81507944796972827382014-09-11T12:54:00.000-05:002015-10-08T07:06:03.792-05:00

Due to a big solar flare heading our way Friday September 12th, there is a great chance of getting a glimpse of the Northern Lights! Thought I'd repost about the time I went to photograph some meteors and instead got treated to the Aurora Borealis! And of course share tips on how to shoot them! Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':

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The Atlantic Balloon Fiesta is happening this weekend in Sussex, here are some tips on getting great photos of the balloons! I hope you get blue skies (and no wind) so they actually get airborne! Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-43242417099196338802014-08-26T10:57:00.000-05:002014-08-27T08:45:50.368-05:00

Like me you are probably mourning the end of summer, tinged with a bit of joy the kids are going back to school. If you were looking to take some great going back to school photos, here are some tips! Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-56507297856706594842014-08-10T21:02:00.000-05:002014-10-07T07:23:56.099-05:00

The annual Perseids Meteor Showers is peaking this weekend! So get out your tripods, get a cup of Tim's, and go shoot them! Here's some tips on how! Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js

testhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13559422860356775928noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-888818876025344968.post-62374624866198921052014-07-14T08:55:00.000-05:002014-09-04T08:41:44.150-05:00

The Buskers on the Boardwalk in Saint John starts Thursday, thought I'd give some quick tips on getting some great shots! Share these tips! Tweet !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(

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