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photography basics and tips

After I retired, I started looking for some sort of hobby to fill my time. I spent weeks looking into several options and took my time to find the one thing that really captured my interest. I finally picked photography. I started shopping around for the essential gear that I would need to learn photography from the beginners level to the most advanced. As I learned about photography, I included the highlights of what I learned here on my blog. You will find information about the equipment, techniques and even editing and printing pictures that you have taken with your favorite camera.

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Computer Acting Strange? Prioritize Professional Repair When You Use It For Work

Posted on April 27, 2017

The complexity of a computer can make it difficult for people to assess and resolve problems. If your computer is still running for the most part but has been acting strange at times, you may be wondering if you should wait to see if it becomes a real problem, try to fix the issue, or get professional help. When it is a computer that you use for enjoyment after you get home from work, experimenting on your own can be an excellent learning experience while also saving you money by not paying for help. [Read More]

Easy Ways To Breathe Life Into Your Old Home Stereo Speakers

Posted on June 14, 2016

With the proliferation of smartphones and MP3 players that offer you the ability to carry around thousands of music tracks anywhere, it is easy to forget about the capabilities of your home stereo system. Still, there is nothing like the sound of music coming from home audio equipment with surround sound. However, if your home stereo has dated components like old speakers that underperform or need repairs, you will probably be less likely to go old school in order to listen to your treasured collection of tunes. [Read More]

Electric Garden Tools: 5 Ways to Stay Powered & Organized

Posted on March 7, 2016

Owning electric garden tools is a great way to reduce gas emissions and take care of the landscaping for your home. When using the tools, one of the main problems you can come across is ensuring that they are charged and ready to go when needed. Instead of constantly needing to switch outlets as you move and dealing with low-powered tools, there are five ways to get organized. By setting up these different methods in your garage, you can be ready to blow leaves, trim hedges, and cut off weeds on your property. [Read More]

5 Ways That A Thermal Infrared Camera Can Help You Improve Your Home

Posted on November 18, 2015

Thermal infrared cameras were first developed for military and rescue applications, so naturally this kind of equipment has been too expensive for most homeowners to use for decades. With recent developments in scanning technology, now there are plenty of affordable options for personal use. Investing in your own thermal camera can help you with these five common home improvement chores. Find a Water Leak Water leaks and drips are very damaging to every part of the home and are also hard to find. [Read More]