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The Importance of the Print is a Digital World

In the new show Revolution, about a world after the world’s power suddenly ended, one of the characters pulls a long since dead iPhone from her bag and says, “You know the reason why I keep this? Because somewhere inside are the only pictures of my kids. First days, first steps – their whole lives, […]

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Outside the Lens Announces its 4th Annual Fundraiser

October 11, 2016 No Comment

Sip. Savor. Support. Outside the Lens (OTL), a San Diego non-profit organization that empowers youth through filmmaking, photography and digital media is proud to host its fourth annual fundraiser: Shutter & Stout, in support of its transformative youth outreach programs. The goal of the event is to build on the success of prior years, in […]

Smile I Said!

March 2, 2016 No Comment

Thrust a camera in front of my face, I freeze. Do you? It also seems to provokes that awkward camera smile and a fear of being caught like you were naked. Maybe that’s why I’m happy behind the lens instead of in front of it. This fear of being in front of the camera developed […]

Digital Media Literacy Non-Profit to Fast Pitch in Final Round of “Advance San Diego”

October 16, 2014 No Comment

Outside the Lens, Digital Media Literacy Non-Profit for At-Risk Youth, to Fast Pitch in Final Round of “Advance San Diego” Out of 67 applications, and 30 semi-finalists, Outside the Lens—an arts and digital media literacy non-profit—has been selected by San Diego Social Venture Partners, a local non-profit giving organization, to be a finalist at “Advance […]

Photo Tip: Finding the Correct Height

September 22, 2014 No Comment

The photo tip this time around is about height, what height you are shooting at. And a lot of us take photos directly at whatever our natural height is, maybe a little bit lower, maybe a little bit higher if you’re shooting a big group or something. But specifically for summer photos, for kids and […]

Senior Portrait Session Leads to Random Act of Kindness

August 13, 2014 No Comment

Random Acts of Kindness – It’s not Just for Friends In a fast paced environment like Carmel Valley, and in an age when 1 day service is painfully slow, we tend to grab what we need and run. I know I’d rather get it from Amazon than jump in the car if I can, but […]

How To Capture Great Smartphone Pics Every Time

June 27, 2014 No Comment

Hey guys, Natalia, Full Circle Images here. Thanks for joining me again and happy June, happy summer in San Diego. I hope you’re as excited as I am. I’m here today in Del Mar on the beach, and I wanted to give you a quick little tip that you can use anywhere, any time, but […]

High School Senior Portraits – Then and Now

March 17, 2014 No Comment

If you graduated from high school in the U.S. or Canada, you’ve had a senior portrait made for the yearbook. If that year of graduation was between 1950 and about 1975, it was probably black and white, was a smiling, head and shoulders portrait, probably in a suit or fake tux for the boys, and maybe […]

TPHS Dollars for Scholars Launches Portraits for Scholars

October 31, 2013 No Comment

With the rising cost of higher education, high school seniors are looking for scholarships, even at Carmel Valley schools like Torrey Pines and Canyon Crest. Both schools have chapters of Dollars for Scholars, which helps several students annually with scholarships of $500 to $1,000. To see more about these scholarships, be sure to visit the […]

Art & Framing by Munro Gallery Highlights Featured Artists

July 22, 2013 No Comment

Because of their large selection of the finest quality custom framing choices, the artisans are able to create a unique frame that will truly highlight and showcase your artwork, pictures, and other precious memorabilia. No matter what the occasion calls for, Art & Framing by Munro Gallery can put together a gorgeous custom piece for you! […]

Behind The Scenes At The Del Mar Fair

July 5, 2013 No Comment

OK, OK, technically it’s the San Diego County Fair, but it’s certainly right up the crowded freeway from Carmel Valley! All of us at Keane Studios have been taking turns being in our booth in the Exhibit Hall, so I thought we’d share some insights about what it’s like to be behind the scenes. We […]

Grab Your Camera: Summer Workshops & Camps

April 29, 2013 No Comment

Grab Your Camera: Sign- Up For Summer Workshops & Camps Grab your camera and join Outside the Lens this summer for hands-on workshops and summer camps. Learn to navigate the buttons on your digital SLR or master the elements of a great film, our classes will take your media skills to the next level. Any […]