Photography with Rebecca Hahn

Last Week’s Program: was presented by Rebecca Hahn. Becky talked about photography, giving us general information about taking pictures, and handling the finished photos. Becky is a former columnist, former tennis teacher, and married to our John Ferm.                                                         

Because of the public’s acceptance and use of digital cameras, the photo developers are slowly going out of business. Becky said that the two discount retailers, Costco and Sam’s Club are excellent places to have your films developed. They have knowledgeable employees, and their pricing is very competitive. She also said to have enlargements made “full frame” (8x12); the cost is good and the photos are printed in full – there is no cropping. When you frame the picture, you are the one who decides what to be cut.

Becky talked about frames for photos, and said that she gets most of her frames at garage sales. The pictures she had on display were all framed in “garage sale frames”. She also gave hints on posing people for pictures. Generally, have the subject turned a little from the camera – no direct lineup. Watch out for windows; they are not friends of photographers. Have portraits printed on matte rather than shiny paper; the finish makes the person look better.