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Simple things Sunday special guest series

I’ve invited some incredibly talented photographers to join us for our simple things party each week and today I’m thrilled to welcome Kristen Duke of Capture Joy! 

Keep reading for some valuable tips on getting out from behind the camera and in more photos! Be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post where you can find Kristen’s photo picks from the STS party along with links to where you can find Kristen online!

Hello there! I’m Kristen Duke, and I’m delighted to be here today! I admire Rebecca’s sweet and simple style, and her blog reminds me to do just that—sloooow down a little! She and I share a common passion, not just photography, but photographing the simple day to day in life. I like to encourage moms to get out from behind the camera and get IN pictures with their kids!
  

I don’t have a problem handing my camera to my husband or friend or stranger to take a picture of my kids and I, because I want to remember these moments, and I want THEM to remember me loving them like this, in case there is ever a doubt.

The second shot above, my neighbor took of my son and I as we parted ways in the elementary school in the morning. She was so thoughtful to take this, and it means so much to me because this is how we say goodbye each morning–with a high five. I didn’t even ask her to take it, she just knew I’d love it, and I DO! I shared a post a while ago about just that: thoughtfully taking pictures of your friends/family with their kids.

 I am also very passionate about Decorating your home with portraits of your family. Research shows that children feel more of a sense of security and family love, which builds their self esteem and confidence, when daily seeing that family love displayed often. I’ve had 2 month long guest series with other bloggers sharing how they decorate their homes with pictures of their families. Here is a wall in my home using our family portraits on the beach, displayed in vintage window panes. 

I also like to emphasize capturing candid photography, not always posey-posey stuff. Here are a few from a portrait session I took in the families home, just being themselves. 

I blog at Capturing Joy, and I aim to do just that–capture and share the joy I see in life from my family, photographing life around me, beautifying my home, and feeding my family. Along with photo tips on my blog, I also have a beginner book called Say NO to Auto, with simple steps to shoot in manual settings with your slr camera. I’d love for you to stop by little corner of the web and say Hi! 
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Thank you SO much for the great tips Kristen! You can follow Kristen online for even more photography inspiration here:

 facebook | twitter | pinterest | instagram

Here are just a few photos of YOUR photos that caught Kristen’s eye as she browsed through the links in our simple things party this past week.

Thank you as always to everyone for linking up each week! I can’t wait to see your photos tomorrow at our 110th Simple things Sunday party! The party starts at 8pm MST.


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Rebecca

Rebecca

Rebecca Cooper is a 42-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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  3. I love this post, such a great reminder to be there in the moment and be part of it- I have a hard time getting in front of the camera, need to do better!

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  5. I love the idea of getting in front of the camera more and capturing the everyday moments, even if not always the most photogenic. I always look back on these photos with such fondness and smiles.

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