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Thanks to everyone who’s linked up for {Simple things Sunday} so far! 
The linky stays open until Wednesday night so feel free to keep sharing those beautiful photos!
Here’s a just of the few of the many gorgeous photos linked up this week:


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If you’ve had a photo featured on the blog or on my facebook page this week 
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This week’s quick photo tip:


For those of you who are just starting to get to know your way around your camera and having fun experimenting with the creative modes,  here’s a quick link for you:


the oreo dilemma



This is such a great post from the daily digi comparing oreo cookies to photography. It is such a simple, understandable way to grasp the relationship between shutter speed/iso/aperture!

Enjoy!

🙂

Rebecca

Rebecca

Rebecca Cooper is a 38-year-old wife and mother of four from Alberta, Canada. As a photographer, crafter, author, and blogger, she finds joy and fulfillment in celebrating everyday moments. She loves to read and eat chocolate, and is a firm believer in afternoon naps. Rebecca shares her family’s adventures, photo tips, simple craft projects + more right here at Simple as That.
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  1. Love the camera tips. I always try to explain it to others when I am showing them my camera..but that was sooo relatable! The Simple Things was fun to be apart of…looking forward to the next one!

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