Sunday Snapshot: New Lenses

I was doing my usual "Stumbling" and checking out different photography blogs when I came across a blog that talked about renting camera equipment before purchasing to make sure it was what you wanted.  I thought this was a great idea, since lenses are so very expensive.  The blogger recommended thelensdepot.com so I checked it out and rented two lenses from them: a Tamron 28-75/2.8 and a Canon 85mm/1.8.

It was a little chilly, but the kids were pretty cooperative and let me drag them to the park to try out the lenses.

I was a little unsure about the back-lighting on this one, but I love the light on Sam's hair.

 Not surprisingly, Zach was totally into coming up with different shots.

Unfortunately, P was not much into it :(

 Like I said...it was kinda chilly...

The Tamron lens was really great to work with.

And then I learned a new PSE technique, using textures.

I'm really having a blast with that!

I did manage to get one smile from Miss P.

So handsome and I'm loving the textures!

My goal this year is to become a better photographer.

This was definitely my favorite shot of the day, and completely Zach's idea!

I'm hoping to head out today, since the weather is so beautiful, and try out the lenses more.  FUN!

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