Picture This Saving

[JHanc968]

To save money, I quit spending money on things that are wasteful, such as expensive portraits. When my children were younger, I spent a lot of money on professional pictures. I have lots of pictures just lying around from those days. Now, I use my camera and take pictures of them outside (mostly) in front of pretty trees or at the park on a swing (there are so many possibilities).

Then I can edit the pictures on my computer software and only print what I need instead of having to buy a package. I can crop the pictures, remove red eye, and make black and white photos. In my opinion, they look so much more natural and pretty than the pictures from the photo places. With a decent camera and computer (which most people have), anyone can do this. If you want an entire family portrait, just ask a friend, family member, or neighbor to help out.

[heathermichelle]

great tips

[Mrs.Pool2Be]

THose are ideas that we already do.  

[Starleet]

 :)

[malexander2009]

Great tips counting you can get portraits done at walmart for less than $10.

[mommythree0508]

Quoting heathermichelle:

great tips

[dixiegurl223626]

awesome

[teesoloca]

 great tip...Thanks!!!

[mommyprice09]

amazing tips

[aubsmom09]

Great tips, thanks!

[mrswillie]

I don't like professional pic. I like memories of activities, not getting dressed up to go pose.