on the radio (uh oh)

We ask a lot of questions around here at Shutter Sisters. What inspires you? Are you up for a challenge? What images would you like to share with us?

I think it’s high time we give you a chance to ask us a question or two.

On April 16^th at 6pm PST, Sister Kate (it makes me giggle when I get to call her that) and yours truly have been invited to join the lovely and very clever Kristen of Motherhood Uncensored on her Blog Talk Radio podcast where we will answer your questions live on the air. Crowd goes wild.

Here’s what we’re proposing—you offer up your questions here in the comments and we will pick a few that we’ll address on the show. If we choose to use your question on the air, we’ll be sure to extend a little token of gratitude (gifts TBA) if that’s any incentive. *

So ladies, fire away. What is it that you want to ask us? We’re all ears.

* edited to announce that our little token is a BIG gift card to Snapfish. We've got 3 - $50 cards for the lucky winners! YAY!

Comments

[Jessie]

The super hero challenges are wonderful! How do you come up with them? Also what type of cameras do you each use.

[Lawyer Mama]

I have soooo many questions. BUT, I'm going to call in to Kristin's podcast and ask them!

[Lois Lane]

What one photo holds the most meaning for you and can you describe it in detail... the lighting, effects, black and white or color, the angle? This could be your own photo or someone else's that just rocked your world.
Looking forward to the podcast! :)

[Elspeth]

If you didn't have your camera(s) what would you use to record and share life around you? And would it be as effective?

[Shelli]

For a beginner photographer on a tight budget, what camera would you suggest buying?

[melmo]

It's not that exciting of a question, and I realize a couple other's have asked, but I'm also curious to know who uses what camera and why? (we're researching to buy a digital SLR)

[Busymomma66]

What inspires you?

[Anali]

It's not a camera question exactly, but have you all met in person? And if not, will you all be meeting soon? I know that if you do, there will be pictures. Do any of you have shoots in mind that you think would be cool to do with each other?

[Ali]

I know some of you ladies have your own photography businesses. How would someone go about starting their own photgraphy business out of their home? Any web sites out there that you might suggest that could give us some tip for this?

Thanks,
Ali

[Catherine]

For a beginner photograher on a budget, what is the best camera lens to use to take shots of infants?

[pooky]

What is it that you are passionate about photographing and that gives you an inner sense of pleasure and accomplishment (besides your kids)? If you did not have children, do you think your answer would change?

[pooky]

Also, what do you really love about photography? What keeps you motivated? Is it the planning of the frame or of the colours? Is it the attention to small details? The awareness of the things around you? Or is it just the final result?

[leigh]

With all the problems on Flickr with people from other websites stealing pictures, how do you keep your pictures safe from theft without putting a watermark on them?

[Elizabeth]

For a beginner photographer looking to take her work to the next level: do you recommend taking a class to unravel the mysteries of aperture, focal length, shutter speed, and the technical side of camerawork? If not a class, what do you recommend (beyond shooting constantly)?

[Jo]

OMG, I will be listening just to hear lovely voices sharing awesome knowledge. I don't have a good question brewing though - so pardon me. I'll just bask in what everyone else here knows, LOL.

[kristin]

So many to ask, but mostly how did you take your first step beyond hobby into business? it seems so incredibly daunting i don't know where to turn. Also have you ever, and if yes, do you continue to take classes? thank you, Kristin

[camerashymomma]

the stars and planets aligned at some point... so, how did all the shuttersisters meet?

[Mina]

Do you have any suggestions/systems/organizational tips for backing up and archiving your photos?

And one more, for those of you that are professional photographers, do you offer prints to your clients? And if so, how do you go about getting prints? A ink-jet at home with special paper, a professional service? Any suggestions for this would be great!

[Elizabeth]

Yes, I also second the question about organizing/archiving/backing up photos that Mina posted!

[Toni]

What good, general use type of lens would you recommend for someone who can only afford (not super expensive) to buy one right now? Thank you!

[Amy Lenzo]

Why photography? Why this medium instead of another? What drew you to this one?

[2kids3martinis]

I just purchased a new digital canon EOS rebel. I am a very inexperienced momma-photographer...what is the first thing I should do (besides take it out of the box)?