How to take a good kid's photo

Now that almost everyone owns a camera and knows a way to publish their photos to the world, it's important to know the very basics elements of a good kid's photo. These are really simple, just practice and you'll quickly get better at it:

1. Choose portrait mode in your camera. 
2. Get close to the action: kneel or sit down to look at the child at their level.
3. Focus on the eyes.
4. Avoid using the built in flash if you can.
5. Shoot with a steady hand.

Simple, no talk about aperture, ISO or white balance. Just remember to be swift, kids usually don't like to wait around. Let me know how you go.

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