Wow, this is a cool concept. Check it out and let us know if you make one! We would like to do a Pinhole Camera Contest down the line. The link to the template is below, so have fun!

• by Michael Zhang on March 25, 2010

Francesco Capponi  has a fun printable template for creating your own nifty-looking 35mm pinhole camera.

All you need to do is print out the template on adhesive paper (size A4) and stick it onto some cardboard. Once you’ve cut out all the required pieces, follow the visual instructions provided to put it together:

Unlike many other paper pinhole camera projects we’ve seen, the final result for this one actually looks pretty nice, and will definitely make a conversation piece. If you do take the time to make this thing, be sure to report back to us with the resulting photographs!

“The most dramatic sports shots are those that capture action at its peak. Snapping the shutter as the soccer ball is kicked or when the Little Leaguer is sliding into second enveloped in a cloud of dust are just two examples. Get to know the sport you’re shooting and learn to anticipate when peak moments occur. Practice by following the movement through the viewfinder without actually taking a picture.”

Smart!

Tip 1: Be Vigilant

You never know when your little one will give you that smile you are looking for.

Tip 2: Choose a friendly location

Friendly here means comfortable and adaptable for your baby. Typically, the best location for this would be in-house. However, if you are planning to take pictures outdoors, make the location adaptable. Keeping your babies’ favorite toy or blanket can come handy while taking baby pictures. Also taking your child to a location before the actual time of shoot helps them adjust to the alien environment.

Tip 3: Make the child familiar with the camera before you shoot

Let your child touch the camera while you hold it. (Don’t place it in their hands because it will end up in their mouth.) Hold the camera in front of your face and then jump out and say peek-a-boo.

Ask friends, neighbors, and relatives to take pictures of your child while you stand in the background. This helps your child get used to other people being

Tip 4: Do you have right camera?

Baby photography demands different camera tactics. The equipment should have high shutter speed (to get a picture when you baby is constantly on a move); less reload time and so on.
Digital cameras are preferred as you might have to take a good deal of pictures to get that perfect shot.
Tip 5: Catch the eye

Shoot at the eye level of your child. This makes the image appear more enticing and expressive.