Pro Digital Photos

Find us at our new URL

2010-08-31T23:36:00.001-07:00

We updated our blog address to the following:

http://www.prodigitalphotos.com/blog

Update your RSS feeds and bookmarks so you won't miss our {totally awesome} posts. Thanks for reading and be sure to keep taking pictures!

Create a calendar for the school year

2010-08-24T20:45:00.000-07:00

Here at Pro Digital Photos, you can create your own custom calendar that begins on any month of the year. Since the school year is just about to start, now is a great time to design your calendar as a gift for your college student, child's teacher or you (the organized mom?)

Creating these custom calendars is super easy! Just download our free software (that is compatible with both Macs and PCs), choose your size (11x17" or 8.5x11") and place your photos (both on calendar days and the header). There is also a library of clip art you can use to help remember birthdays, anniversaries and holidays.

What are you waiting for? Create your one-of-a-kind calendar today by starting here. Happy school year!

Have you been to our store lately?

2010-08-18T12:19:00.000-07:00

Have you been in to Pro Digital Photos lately? Take a peek at our photo boutique. Perhaps this is the perfect place to arrange your photo books and calendars or choose your wedding announcements?

Our staff is alway very helpful in helping you with your projects. Our store front also visually gives you ideas of the many products we offer and what you can create with your photos.

Are we on your iPhone?

2010-08-10T16:17:00.000-07:00

Pro Digital Photos is proud to introduce that our app is now available on iTunes by clicking here! Now you can stay connected with what is going on here at Pro Digital Photos and stay updated from our blog, Facebook, and Twitter. You will also have access to receive exclusive coupons through our app and be able to see our featured picture of the day.

Download it now!
It's fast and free.

Top Ten Tips for Better Photos

2010-08-03T17:15:00.000-07:00

We found a great list of tips to help everyone become a better photographer. You can see the complete list with added details by clicking here.

1. Move in Closer

Each time you see a subject, take a shot and then move in closer for a better one.

2. Be Quick

Don't lose your subject because you are making sure your knobs and buttons are set correctly. There is no such thing as taking too many pictures.

3. Compose Your Picture with Care
Your eye should be able to move along an interesting path. Use the rule of thirds.
4. Be Selective
Try and keep unwanted and distracting subjects out of the picture.
5. Focus on Your Subject
Practice changing your f-stop and creating a different depth-of-field specific to what you are a shooting.
6. Experiment with Shutter Speed
Play around with different lenses and different speeds. You will be surprised what you end up capturing.
7. Look at the Light
Be aware of the light, inside or out, and which way your shadows are falling.
8. Watch the Weather, too
Remember the color of the sky will affect the colors in your picture. If it is overcast, it will mute the colors. Where as a bright and vivid sky can add color.
9. Keep your Camera Setting Simple
Find a simple setting or two that seems to work the best. That way you control the settings instead of them controlling you.
10. Be Bold
Don't be afraid to get the shot that you want. Be daring!

Drop It Modern: fresh looks for a cool price

2010-07-28T01:48:00.000-07:00

Do you ever look at other pictures and wish, "If I could, I would have cool backdrops like that. And if I did, it would make all the difference!" There is a company out there called Drop It Modern that makes that wish become a reality. They make a great line of backdrops available at an affordable rate. They are unique, high quality and designed by professional photographers. Just look at some of the options:

So go ahead and check out DropItModern.com. The possibilities are endless when you have a darling backdrop.

Pro Digital Photo Books

2010-07-21T01:13:00.000-07:00

Are your pictures simply surviving as dormant files on your computer? Does anybody look at them anymore? A great way to preserve your memories is to create a photo book.

At Pro Digital, our photo books are completely customizable -- from backgrounds to layout to borders -- and can be created using our FREE software download. Sizes begin at 5x7" and go to 12x12", ranging from simple photo flip books to beautiful full-size digital scrapbooks. So move on from your pictures rotating on the computer screen saver to creating something tangible you can all enjoy!

You can learn more about this service (including pricing details) by clicking here.

How to Take Pictures of Fireworks

2010-07-14T06:00:00.000-07:00

Summer has great photo opportunities everywhere you turn. But one of the most spectacular Summertime scene is fireworks. Check out these tips as you prepare to capture those moments.

Bring a tripod and flashlight to the firework display.

If you don't have firework mode, set your camera to manual mode: ISO 200, aperture f/8, and shutter speed between 5 and 15 seconds. After you take a few pictures, take a look at how they are turning out, and adjust the shutter speed accordingly (leave the ISO and f-stop alone).

Include a landmark in the photo, such as a statue, stadium, park, lake, or whatever the surrounding area includes. As the fireworks explode, they will light up the landmark beautifully.

Remember that fireworks come fast and furious during the finale of the show. Therefore, you may need to decrease your shutter speed. 15 seconds will likely be overexposed during the finale. Try 5 seconds instead.

Good luck! Be sure and share some of your experiments with us. And just think of the photo book cover possibilities...

Say Hello to "jill-e designs"

2010-07-08T06:39:00.000-07:00

Extraordinary "Pro" camera bags by jill-e designs deliver function and fashion...everything the serious female photographer needs to do her best, and to look her best.

*From day bags, to personal pouches, to large rolling travel bags.
*Leather, suede and other stylish materials...in head turning colors.
*Magnetic clasps, extra pockets and other features women want.

So go ahead! Look extraordinary....with jill-e designs!

Strawberry Days in Pleasant Grove, UT

2010-06-15T21:25:00.000-07:00

Strawberry Days is now happening in Pleasant Grove. And now that we are right in the center of all the action on Main Street, we are so excited to be a part of this years festivities.

The "City of Fun Carnival" will be open Wednesday, June 16th to Saturday, June 19th in the Downtown Park on Main Street.

And the annual Strawberry Days parade will be this Saturday, June 19th at 10:00am. The parade will come right in front of Pro Digital Photos on Main Street! So come and join us and set up your chairs and blankets right in front of our store for a great view of the parade!

Click here for more information on all the Strawberry Days events.

Joby Gorillapod

2010-06-02T06:39:00.000-07:00

I found this great product and wanted to share it with all of you.

Capture any angle with the Joby Gorillapod.

It's sturdy, compact, and flexible. It's a must have for any pro's gear bag. Check out their website to view all the fun ways you can use their products.

Featured on Studio 5

2010-05-06T05:32:00.001-07:00

Yesterday we where featured on Studio 5 for our "Beautiful Wedding Invitations." We show cased a wide variety of samples that we designed and/or printed. Our video segment can be viewed below.

Shoe Box Scanning

2010-05-01T09:17:00.000-07:00

Don't have your image in digital form or on a negative? No need to worry with our print scanning services which allow you to make high-quality prints. Now you have a quick and inexpensive way to get lots of pictures into digital form. The resulting files can be used to print good photos about the same size of the original, or even a little bit bigger.

Prices are listed below. This is truly the best Mother's Day gift!

Number of loose photos	Price with CD
up to 100	$19.99
up to 250	$39.99
up to 500	$59.99
up to 1000	$99.99
additional photos	$.15ea

Women's Expo

2010-04-24T05:19:00.000-07:00

Utah's best women's event is today!
April 23 & 24, 2010
11am to 8pm both days
The Events Center at UVU, Orem, Utah
Pick up FREE TICKETS at Pro Digital Photos, regularly $5

It's pretty easy to know what a women wants. She wants something to enjoy, someone to enjoy it with, and things that help her be her very best. She likes good food, good friends and fun. And of course an escape from the daily grind is always a welcomed option.

This show has great food and a lot of great products for purchase such as hand bags, shoes, jewelry, clothes, gifts, makeup, etc.

Enjoy the show!

Recycle used Cameras on Earth Day

2010-04-22T16:41:00.000-07:00

In efforts to help the environment on Earth Day, we would like to encourage you to recycle your used cameras and cell phones. These are the 2 items we all take pictures with.

You trust Best Buy when it's time to buy the latest electronics. You can also trust them to help you safely dispose of your old ones.

Regardless of where you bought it, what brand it is, or how old it is: bring it to Best Buy. They will make sure it's properly and safely recycled. It's all part of their Greener Together™ program.

And they will take just about anything electronic, including TVs, DVD players, computer monitors, audio and video cables, cell phones, and more. Most things are recycled absolutely free, with a few restrictions.

Make the pledge now to recycle!

Metallic Paper is Now Available

2010-04-17T13:23:00.001-07:00

Our new metallic paper is selling like hot cakes!

This paper type is ideal for any type of photographer. This unique and fantastic paper finish is sure to impress your clients. With its high gloss finish and metallic appearance, it creates images that are described as "Chrome on Paper," while at the same time adding depth, vibrant color and flattering flesh tones. Metallic paper looks really great with actual metal images in the photo, such as an old metal school bus, metal fences, metal vehicles, and metal fixtures.

Go ahead, give it a try, and print a beautiful metallic enlargement for your home or client. We know you'll be impressed!

The metallic photo finish is available during checkout on our website. Please call the store directly with any questions. 801-785-7432

Vampire Movie

2010-03-30T16:31:00.003-07:00

Local producers where filming a vampire movie in front of our store today!

WE'RE FAMOUS! lol

Got Spirit? School Spirit?

2010-03-26T14:20:00.002-07:00

Do you have spirit?, school spirit?

If so, show it off with one of our graduation cards. These cards offer you a fun and unique way to show off to your friends and family that you are now a graduate! We think it's pretty cool.

Order Now!

If you are looking for a great photographer to take your senior pictures, we highly recommend Laura Bunker Photography. She is located in Utah and is now scheduling appointments. Some of her samples are below. Laura will truly capture your own personality and talents in every image.

Gallery Wrap Super Sale!

2010-03-18T06:57:00.000-07:00

Use promo code: WRAPSALE
Offer expires April 1, 2010
Offer not valid on gallery wrap mats or finishing textures.

ORDER NOW!

Now is the time to spruce up your lifestyle. Whether it's your bedroom, office, living room, or any room you spend time it. With our canvas gallery wraps, you can accomplish a unique print that is sure to impress! Our turn around time on canvas prints is fast, 2-3 days.

We also have 2 new finishes for canvas prints, impasto and brushed. These finishes are hand applied and one of a kind, they also add texture and depth to your canvas. This is a great way to get something different.

Are you wanting a little more style to add to your photos? Gallery wrap mats are a great new way to display your photos as a canvas print . You simply choose your image and 'PLOP' it into your favorite design template. With over 10 designs available, they are sure to add style to your images. We promise, they are fun and easy to create!

ORDER NOW!

NOW HIRING SALES REPRESENTATIVE

2010-03-10T20:16:00.000-08:00

Sales Representative

Pro Digital Photos is one of Utah's premier photo labs. We are looking for someone who is motivated to approach and interact with new people. Pro Digital Photos believes our people are our greatest asset and we have an exciting long term career opportunity with continued upward mobility for you. Our rapid growth is creating excellent opportunities in sales positions for outstanding candidates who are eager to excel and are driven to reach and exceed expectations. Due to our continued growth and success, we are currently seeking a sales representative to begin their sales career with us!

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Make contacts by telephone and store appointments
Ensure excellent customer service

Maintain accurate records and an organized work environment

Accomplish assigned sales goals each month
Establish positive and ongoing relationships with customers

Knowledge and Skills

2+ years sales or retail experience required
College coursework or further education/training a plus
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Highly motivated and persistent personality
Ability to multi-task while learning new information about our customers and various industries
Must be a self starter with a strong commitment to achieve company sales goals
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and internet

We are conducting interviews on Friday, March 19th. For immediate consideration, please forward your resume to veronica@prodigitalphotos.com

Main Street Photography

2010-03-05T06:39:00.001-08:00

If you are an outdoor photographer that is looking for new and fun walls to take photos at, you will definitely want to stop by our Main Street in Pleasant Grove. We have the best walls around, with no lines! Pro Digital Photos is located at 79 S. Main Street and our store has a dark brick wall. Weather you are looking for a distressed background, lightposts, or even a funky purple wall as your backdrop, our quaint Main Street has it all.

Action Photos & Showing Motion

2010-02-26T07:22:00.000-08:00

Many of us are watching the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. I have, and it's been fun to watch each contestants journey. Below, I have added some photography tips on capturing the perfect action photo or photo showing motion. Try these tips anywhere or at your next sport event!

When shooting photographs with movement, shutter speed is the most important aspect. There’s three ways to take action shots. In some instances all three ways can be used but often the situations only allows for the opportunity to use one or two. Understanding these ways can help you decide in an instant which is best.

SHOWING MOVEMENT WITH BLUR

In most cases a blurred photo is the one that goes in the trash but, it’s also a neat technique for showing aggressive motion. You see this type of action photography in magazines for all kinds of high intensity sports like mountain biking and car racing. It could also be used effectively on team sports, for example a soccer player kicking a goal and having the movement of the foot and the ball be blurred. The same could be applied to baseball and basketball too.

To really get a good effect with this technique you need to have some sharpness in the image, the background or the persons face. For this you need a shutter speed that’s not too fast to stop the motion, but not too slow for the subject to become a foggy blur. There is no exact formula to get this, just trial and error, simply because different subjects move at different speeds.

One way to get this effect without depending on pure luck is mixing in a flash. Most flashes sync with a shutter speed of 125, which would freeze any motion. But, in order to show blur there is a way to shoot flash called slow sync. To do this all you need to do is engage your flash, then change the shutter speed to slower than 125, usually 60 will work fine, but sometime 30 or slower needs to be used. This can be done by hand holding the camera because when the flash goes off it stops all motion in the frame while the remaining time that the shutter is open will create blur.

I recommend experimenting with this technique only when you have multiple opportunities to photograph the same subject. If you only have one chance to get the shot, I would use one of the next two ways to show motion.

PANNING

Panning shows speed. Any subject that is going at an incredible rate can be captured using this technique. Skiing, motorcycling and cycling are a few examples when panning may be the only solution. Simply put, this way of capturing motion puts the subject at a stand still with the background in a barely recognizable blur.

If you want to try panning, first you need to get your exposure correct. The slower the shutter speed, the more blurred the background will be, so make sure you consider this when determining your exposure. Next, when the subject is near you and you are ready to click the shutter, click and then without hesitation keep your lens pointed directly at the moving subject. This can be tricky because as soon as you click, your view is blocked in the view finder but you should still be able to follow the subject accurately based on their speed.

FREEZING MOTION

The final technique, and most times the easiest, is to freeze all motion altogether. This works great to show drama and intensity in team sports, road racing and other slower paced activities. This can be achieved two ways, by either stopping action with a flash or with a fast shutter speed. The latter can only be used in the prime conditions of direct sunlight or by using a higher ISO film or setting on your digital camera. I would only use a higher ISO as a last resort simply because of the graininess and noise it creates in the images. A shutter speed required to stop motion on its own without a flash unit may be upwards of 500 or 1000, so plenty of light would be needed.

Have fun shooting!

Another Photo Convention

2010-02-19T07:38:00.000-08:00

Yes, we are off to another photo convention to get some more ideas on new products for all of you! It's the ultimate event for everything photo, PMA 2010. This time it's in Anaheim California, so hopefully we feel and see the warm sun. :) Orders can still be placed in our store during our regular hours or online anytime at ProDigitalPhotos.com.

We Have Offically Moved our Store Location!!

2010-02-15T13:51:00.000-08:00

We couldn't wait any longer, so we've moved early and are in our new store! Come check us out at 79 South Main Street in Pleasant Grove. (get directions)

We moved three blocks north on Main Street, just north of the park on the East side. It's a red brick building, look for our colorful frames in the window! We won't have a sign up for a couple weeks.

Photo Class this Saturday

2010-02-10T07:14:00.000-08:00

Do you have a digital SLR camera, but keep it in auto and cross your fingers hoping you will get a good shot? Or do you just hold down the shutter hoping one of the pictures will turn out? Have you been disappointed because your pictures aren't turning out the way you envision?

One of Utah County's premier children and family photographers, Jami Edman of Images by Jami, is now offering photo classes. This Saturday the 13th, Jami Edman will be teaching her Beginning Photo 101 class at the Four Chairs Furniture store (150 S. State Street) in Lindon from 12-4pm.

Jami will teach you how to use all your manual controls and how to use them in specific situations. The last hour of class will be photographing models outside to practice the skills you have learned.

Find more information on her class here.
(imagesbyjami.com) 801- 636-0335
Check out her blog for a chance to get half off!!
Classes are regularly $80

"Kiss & Tell" Valentine Cards

2010-02-03T06:44:00.001-08:00

Say I love you this year with a "Kiss & Tell Valentine card. Our Valentine cards include envelopes, and many include multiple photos and a personalized message.

Kids also love to send out Valentine cards to their family and friends. What a fun way to let your loved ones know you are thinking of them.

♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

ORDER NOW

Baby Photography

2010-01-27T06:16:00.001-08:00

Babies are notoriously one of the hardest subjects to photograph, so the number one rule here is patience. Do not plan to spend just a few minutes and come away with a great shot (if that happens, you are lucky!). Instead, devote enough time (an hour or so) to get the shot you want. Don't use a flash; it can startle the baby and the light is very harsh in the photo. Instead, use the natural, diffused light from a window with the shade open. You can use the baby's favorite blankets and pillows in the shot, which serve both as visual props and modeling tools to help position the baby. You can also place him or her in a car seat, but use a blanket under the baby so the car seat does not appear in the shot.

Once you are ready to shoot, it is helpful to have the baby's mom or dad standing right over your shoulder to get his or her attention. If you are alone, you will have a hard time engaging the baby since you are behind your camera. Take detailed, close up shots (remember, no flash) of the baby's face, especially as he or she reacts to something that Mom or Dad is doing. Close ups of the little hands and/or feet are also great shots, especially when you can add a parent's hand or foot in the shot as well to show the contrast between the two. Finally, if the baby is old enough, place him or her on a blanket, and allow the baby to naturally prop up on their belly using their arms. Position yourself in between the window and the baby, so he or she is looking at you and the natural light from behind is hitting him or her. This is a classic baby shot, a must-have for all parents!

Once you've gotten the shot, use post-production tools to warm up the color tones (I will talk about post-production tools in upcoming posts), and try converting some to black and white for the perfect, timeless baby shot. But above all else, remember to be patient, and take frequent breaks as needed (the baby will let you know when he or she needs a break!).

We are Moving.....soon!

2010-01-22T20:14:00.000-08:00

Pro Digital Photos is moving to Main St. Pleasant Grove!! It's really only a 2 block move. LOL, but we are really excited to have more space. We will announce our new location on March 1st when it opens!

I am also now the new City Chairman in charge of Marketing for Down Town Main Street in Pleasant Grove. My goal is to have all the vacant properties on Main St. 100% occupied by the end of 2010. I will keep you posted every time a new business moves to our street. By 2011, PG Main St. will be a super cute destination shopping area for women. I just can't wait!

New Look/New Product

2010-01-17T23:14:00.000-08:00

Yes, this our new Pro Digital Photos blog. It has a new look....and I LOVE it! I told you I had a lot of new ideas for 2010, and there is no better way to kick off the new year then with a new fun look.

Well lets get started on the new fun stuff.

We now have our "Simply Walls" ready to order. These walls create a fun way to display your favorite photos in your home. We have 10 walls to choose from. Check them out now!

Good News & Bad News

2010-01-11T15:18:00.000-08:00

Good News: We are having so much fun at this photo convention we are at right now in Nashville. We have SOOOOOO many ideas for new products we will be launching for the year 2010! We are going to launch at least one new product per month. We know everyone will be excited to stay tuned for what is to come.

Bad News: Since we will be devoting so much time and energy in growing our business for our customers to have more fun stuff, we have decided to put our monthly photo contests on hold. We will not be having the monthly photo contest for 2010. Of course we loved and know our viewers loved seeing the entries every month, but we just don't have time for both this year.

Thanks for everyone's understanding and for all the great entries we have had. :)

We look forward to an exciting and very creative 2010!

Digital Mats

2010-01-10T07:51:00.000-08:00

Digital mats are a great new way to display your photos. Add some style to your images with these great designs. Fun and easy to create with the ability to add text above or below the photo if desired. They come in a variety of sizes such as 8x10, 11x14, 12x12, 16x20, 20x24, and 24x30. Create on today!

2010 Best of Utah Valley

2010-01-06T20:00:00.001-08:00

In the latest issue of the Utah Valley Magazine, Pro Digital Photos was listed in the top 3 for "BEST LOCAL BLOGGER." We are so excited to have a mention in this category! Click on the image below to be taken to the online version of the magazine. We are listed on page 41.

December's Photo Winners

2009-12-31T20:58:00.000-08:00

Thanks to all that entered our December Photo Contest. The winners are listed below. The winners can pick up their prizes at Pro Digital Photos.

Keep taking pictures for next month!

1st Place (Erin Summerill)
$20 Gift Certificate to Olive Garden

2nd Place (Lizzy Pinckney)
$10 Gift Certificate to Pro Digital Photos

3rd Place/Viewers Choice Award (Erin Johnson)
$10 Gift Certificate to Pro Digital Photos

December Photo Contest Entries - SHAPES

2009-12-26T11:34:00.000-08:00

Below are the photo entries for December, with the theme of SHAPES.

Viewers are allowed to leave their comment for a one time vote to determine the "Viewers Choice Award/3rd place winner". To vote, enter your favorite photo number in the comment section. Send your friends and family to help vote too. You can not vote as anonymous. Our panel of judges determine the 1st and 2nd place winners. The top 3 winners will be posted on December 31st. Good Luck!

#1

#2

#3

#4

#5

#6

#7

Memory Cloud Trailer

2009-12-20T21:31:00.000-08:00

This is a video of a display at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. I think it very fun and unique. It reminds me of how many memories can be forgotten unless you capture it by a picture. I love to be reminded of the past by looking at all my albums of pictures, in this case, 35mm slides. Enjoy!

Calendars for the New Year

2009-12-18T15:40:00.000-08:00

The new year is just around the corner. Have you thought about making a custom calendar for 2010?

Start one now!

Create your own personal calendar with our free software. Many templates and clipart to choose from. Add special dates and birthdays with a photo. Everyone needs a calendar and these make the perfect gift. You can also start the calendar on any month, so you can order one anytime.

Two calendar sizes to choose from. Standard calendars are on thick cardstock and spiral bound. These are very nice calendars. We also have economy calendars which are on lighter paper and are folded and stapled upon request.

	1	2+	5+	10+
11x17 center fold & spiral bound	$19.99	$17.49	$14.99	$12.99
11x17 center fold & stapled	$18.99	$16.99	$14.99	$9.99
11x17 top spiral bound	$23.99	$19.99	$18.99	$15.99
8.5x11 top spiral bound	$14.99	$12.99	$10.99	$8.99

Start one now!

Photographing Holiday Lights

2009-12-16T09:30:00.001-08:00

Is your neighborhood glowing with holiday lights? Mine is! I love this time of year... everything is lit up with holiday cheer, which creates some fantastic photo opportunities. Here are some tips for taking pictures of holiday lights, both outdoors and indoors. Enjoy!

OUTDOORS
The most important tip for getting a great shot of an outdoor holiday light display is to shoot at dusk. And by "dusk," I mean the time just before the sky becomes pitch black, when there is just barely any natural light left, and the sky is a deep dark purple. This allows you to capture the house or building you are shooting, as well as the lights. Put your camera in manual mode, and lower your ISO to around 200. Use a tripod and a 5 second exposure. Turn off the flash, and turn off autofocus if you can (manually focus if you are able to). Then, take a few shots and see how they are turning out. If they are lighter than you'd like, use a shorter exposure. If they are dark, try a longer exposure.

As an alternative, you can try to use the night or low light setting on your camera and see if that works well for this shot. I still recommend keeping the camera on a tripod to avoid blur.

INDOORS
Indoor displays or pictures of the tree can be tricky. Use a tripod and a slow shutter speed to capture some ambient glow from the tree or display, and don't use the flash unless there are people in your shot. Once you get the shot you are after, have fun with angles and close ups of the details of the indoor display or tree. Use the same suggestions and make minor adjustments if needed. Have fun!

Meet the Staff

2009-12-14T19:42:00.000-08:00

We decided to join the fun and get a picture taken with Santa when he came to our store to visit all the kids. Everybody had a great time. Thanks Santa!

Cory, Veronica, Erin, and Amber

Santa was so personal with all the kids.
Jasmine read to him for 10 minutes!

Photo Contest Reminder

2009-12-08T20:20:00.000-08:00

December's photo contest theme is SHAPES.
Get creative and start taking pictures!

Don't forget that the deadline for all entries is on the 25th, (Christmas). Plan ahead and send your images in early!

Anyone can enter this contest. There are no rules regulating design to your photo by using programs such as Photoshop.

All photo entries must be emailed as a digital file to veronica@prodigitalphotos.com by the 25th of each month.

Only 1 entry per person/per month.

The 1st and 2nd place winners will be chosen by our panel of judges. The 3rd place winner is our "Viewers Choice Award."

We will post all entries to our blog each month on the 26th for our viewers to help vote for the Viewers Choice Award!

The winners will be announced on our blog the last day of each month. The 1st place winner will receive $20 in a restaurant gift certificate. The 2nd and 3rd place winner's will each receive a $10 gift certificate to Pro Digital Photos.

Gift Ideas on Good Things Utah

2009-12-03T15:09:00.001-08:00

Santa is Coming to Pro Digital Photos

2009-11-30T19:35:00.000-08:00

November's Photo Winners

2009-11-30T19:25:00.000-08:00

Thanks to all that entered our November Photo Contest. The winners are listed below. The winners can pick up their prizes at Pro Digital Photos.

Keep taking pictures for next month!

1st Place (Erin Johnson)
$20 Gift Certificate to Macaroni Grill

2nd Place (Courtney White)
$10 Gift Certificate to Pro Digital Photos

3rd Place Winner/Viewers Choice Award (Eric Richards)
$10 Gift Certificate to Pro Digital Photos

November Photo Contest Entries - LIGHTING

2009-11-26T08:59:00.000-08:00

Below are the photo entries for November, with the theme of LIGHTING.

Viewers are allowed to leave their comment for a one time vote to determine the "Viewers Choice Award/3rd place winner". To vote, enter your favorite photo number in the comment section. Send your friends and family to help vote too. Our panel of judges determine the 1st and 2nd place winners. The top 3 winners will be posted on November 30th. Good Luck!

#1

#2

#3

#4

#5

#6

#7

Due Today!

2009-11-25T06:43:00.000-08:00

If you are entering our photo contest this month for the theme of "LIGHTING," please send your digital file to veronica@prodigitalphotos.com by midnight tonight. All entries will be posted to our blog tomorrow morning.

And remember, anyone can enter! The details are on the right column of the blog.

FumiStudio スタジオ
Model---Macy Lauren Chapman (my husbands cousin)
Make up---Melissa Petty
Hair---Fumi

Gift Certificates, Finally!

2009-11-23T19:20:00.000-08:00

Tis the Season, and Black Friday is this week!
We are finally offering GIFT CARDS starting on Friday, November 26th, Black Friday!

It is time to start thinking about what to get those special people in your life. You can't give a more thoughtful gift than a gift card to Pro Digital Photos. Our gift certificates can be used towards any of our products we offer such as digital prints, photo books, calendars, accordion books, announcements, etc. This is the perfect gift and won't disappoint!

Give the gift of memories to your family & friends this year with a Pro Digital Photos gift certificate.

Clickin Moms

2009-11-19T19:14:00.000-08:00

Clickin Moms is a community of women who have a passion for photography. Some of us are amateur photographers who just want to take better pictures of our family, some of us are hobbyists, and some of us are seasoned pros.

Clickin Moms is a great bunch of women that enjoy hanging out with people that have a common passion - photography!

Learn something, inspire, be inspired, and join the fun! If you aren't hooked on photography now, you soon will be!

Click here for more details.

Green Your Routine

2009-11-17T19:41:00.000-08:00

This week is "Green Week." Below are some great suggestions that are easy to Green Your Routine. We encourage our readers to apply these suggestions to lead a more Eco-friendly life.

Shut down & unplug electronics
Wash your clothes in cold water
Drink out of a reusable water bottle or coffee mug
Jump into the (car) pool
Dad was right about those lights
Shop local (it saves on gas for transported goods)
Change to fluorescent bulbs
Use both sides of paper
Take showers not baths
Turn water off when you brush
Shorten your shower
Recycle glass, plastic, cardboard, newspaper, etc.
Turn down your thermostat
Cancel your junk mail
Cancel paper phone book
Stop paper bank statements
Use a Diva Cup
Wash car at car wash
Give things away
Buy rechargeable batteries
Do errands in bulk
Inflate your car tires
Plant a tree
Re-use wrapping paper
Get reusable bags

Playing with Light

2009-11-12T17:54:00.000-08:00

Our photo contest topic for the month of November is LIGHTING. I thought I would post some pointers for those that are preparing to enter the contest.

Light is always one of the most important components of a great photograph. But, as we all know, it can be a little pesky, too. Some light is controllable, while other times you are at the mercy of nature. In this post I'll talk about ways you can learn to become more familiar with how different kinds of light affect your photos. The main idea is to be aware of different qualities of light so you can use it to your advantage.

Direct Sunlight
Natural light is usually the best type of light source. Since the sun is the source of all natural light, it is important to understand that there is no such thing as "bad sun light" in a photo; you just need to learn how to use the available light rather than fight it. For example, direct sunlight is a very hard light that creates more shadows and extreme contrast levels between light and dark colors. This could be great for a black and white photo, but maybe not for a color portrait. So, if direct light will not work for you, you can try to diffuse the light by partially blocking it with a sheet or a diffuser, which is a piece of equipment most pro photographers carry. Or, you can find some shade to place your subject in.

Overcast Sunlight or Window Light
Contrary to direct sunlight, an overcast sky or light from a window will give a softer, more diffused light to your photo. You will see less of a contrast between black and white colors with this kind of light. Many photographers prefer overcast light to direct sunlight because it is generally easier to work with, especially if you are photographing people (people also tend to squint in direct light).

Experiment with Different Kinds of Light
The only way to really understand what different types of light does to your photos is to get comfortable shooting in all kinds of light. For example, go outside and take a shot of someone or something in the direct sun (no shade). Then, place the same subject in an open shaded area and take the shot. Try again on an overcast day, and try a shot in the direct sun but using a sheet or diffuser to block the light coming into the shot. Also, try "bouncing" the light by using light that is reflected off a building as your main light source. See how many different light scenarios you can photograph, then go back and examine the effect on each picture. This will give you a great understanding of what different light does to your pictures: how it affects the tone/mood, the color contrast, and other elements in the photo. Also, pay attention to how different light changes the color temperature of the photo. Is there a shift in color from one photo to the next? Does one look colder or warmer than the others? There is no right or wrong way; it's all a matter of what you are after in your shot.

Indoor Light and Flash
Indoor photography comes with its own set of lighting varieties and challenges. Try the same experiment I suggested above indoors: use natural light from a window with no flash, a direct flash in a dark room, a direct flash in a partially lit room, a diffused flash, a bounced flash, low light (candle), and so on. The idea is to experiment and get as comfortable as you can with as many light situations as possible. That way, you are prepared for almost every lighting scenario.

2009 Utah Food Bank Donation Challenge

2009-11-10T17:20:00.000-08:00

Pro Digital Photos is seeking more opportunities to contribute to our community through service. Every year for the holiday season we will pick a foundation to contribute to. This year, for 2009, we have picked the Utah Food Bank for our service project. We are in hopes of raising $2,000 through the efforts of our customers, community, and volunteers. We have listed the details of how this years donations will work.

WHAT IS THE UTAH FOOD BANK?
Utah Food Bank Services staff, volunteers, and agencies work together to gather and distribute emergency food to individuals and families experiencing the pain of hunger in Utah. Since 1977, Utah Food Bank Services has been the central hub for food collection and distribution in Utah. Utah Food Bank is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization - all contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Utah Food Bank distributes resources statewide and contributions will be used to help eliminate hunger across the state.

WELLS FARGO MILLION DOLLAR CHALLENGE
Maximize your donation by participation in the Wells Fargo Million Dollar Challenge. Utah Food Bank Services can turn a $1 donation into $5 worth of food and services. This is only possible because of the wonderful support from our community, volunteers, and through generous food donations. If $200,000 is donated online (the equivalent of $1 million in food and services), Wells Fargo will donate $30,000 to Utah Food Bank. We don't anticipate receiving this much in donations, but figured we would post the details of what organizations are doing with the Utah Food Bank.

HOW IS PRO DIGITAL PHOTOS PARTICIPATING?
Pro Digital Photos will submit the total amount of donations it receives through its website and through its retail store front. We will submit the donations online January 1, 2010 to the Utah Food Bank. On this day, we will also post on our blog the total amount that was donated so viewers will be able to see the significant difference we can make when we all work together!

Thanks for your participation in helping eliminate hunger across the state!

HOW TO DONATE
Volunteers can offer their donation in our store or by mailing a check to:

Pro Digital Photos
46 E. State Street
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062

For mail in donations, please make your check payable to Pro Digital Photos. Make sure your mailing address is located on the envelope so we can mail you back a receipt.

NEW & AMAZING Holiday Cards!

2009-11-03T19:33:00.000-08:00

We are proud to show our 2 NEW holiday card collections! We are sure you will find a template you love and will be happy to send out to friends and family.

Beat the holiday rush and order your holiday cards today! Our online ordering system is fast and easy to use. You just drag and drop your favorite pictures into your favorite template, it's really that easy! All holiday cards include envelopes. Click on the links below to see all the templates in our "Holiday Sweets" collection and our "Winter Wonderland" collection. We know you'll be impressed.

Octobers Photo Winners

2009-10-31T22:03:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all that entered our October Photo Contest. The winners are listed below. The Viewers Choice Award was also one of our favorites, so we bumped it up to second place. The winners can pick up their prizes at Pro Digital Photos.

Keep taking pictures for next month!

1st Place (Weston Colton)
$20 Gift Certificate to Chili's Restaurant

2nd Place & Viewers Choice Award (Lizzy Pinckney)
$10 Gift Certificate to Pro Digital Photos

3rd Place (Mandy Lee Taylor)
$10 Gift Certificate to Pro Digital Photos

Girls Day Out

2009-10-30T17:42:00.000-07:00

Today, the girls at Pro Digital Photos took the day off and went to the "Good Things Utah" show for a day away from the office. It was a lot of fun because the hosts where in their Halloween costumes.

Veronica~Erin~Amber
We then went out to lunch at the Red Iguana.....yummy!

Halloween Photo Tips

2009-10-29T12:50:00.000-07:00

Greetings Fellow Photographers!

Halloween is just a few days away...do you have your costume ready? How about your camera? Make sure your battery is charged and your memory card is empty, because Halloween is a great holiday for photography! Trick-or-treaters, jack-o'-lanterns, costume parties, and decorated haunted houses will surely be a part of your Halloween weekend, so grab your camera and read on for my Halloween photo tips!

JACK-O-LANTERNS

Nothing says "Halloween" like a picture of a jack-o'-lantern, but many people never seem to get a good shot of their favorite carved pumpkin. Usually, the problem is your flash. Most cameras will pop the flash automatically, especially if it's dark. However, the tone of the flash is cold compared to the warm glow from the jack-o'-lantern, so the photo doesn't turn out like you want it to. To fix this, turn off your flash, raise your ISO to 400 or 800, and slow down the shutter speed. Also, try using a tripod or table to avoid a blurry photo.

COSTUMES:

Costumes are the centerpiece of any Halloween celebration. They come in many varieties, from last minute masks to elaborately planned group themes. Wearing a costume on Halloween is expected almost anywhere you go, but my number one piece of advice for photographing costumes is to take the pictures early! The makeup is still fresh, the masks are on, and the kids' sugar rushes have not yet hit their peak. Take several photos: group shots, individual shots, posed shots, and candids. Use backgrounds to enhance your photo, like a spooky tree or a decorated yard. Also, compose your photo to be appropriate for the costumes in the picture. For example, a beautiful princess will look better on a grand staircase than at a haunted cemetery. Encourage your subjects to act the part of the costume...you'll be surprised at how quickly both kids and adults will get into it!

A FEW MORE TRICKS....OR TREATS?

The autumn leaves and colors make a great background for Halloween photos. Weather permitting, be sure to capture the autumn colors in your photos.

- Play around with night mode on your camera. It will pop a flash but allow for ambient light to show in the background, which can create a wonderful (and sometimes spooky) color shift.

-Try shooting from different angles rather than straight on. A unique angle can turn an ordinary photo into a fantastic one!

- Try a few different techniques a day or two in advance, so when Halloween arrives, you'll know how to get the perfect shot!

- Convert your Halloween photos to black and white or sepia to add suspense or enhance their overall "spookiness."

October Photo Contest Entries - ACTION

2009-10-27T06:43:00.000-07:00

Below are the photo entries for October, with the theme of ACTION.

Viewers are allowed to leave their comments for a one time vote to determine the "Viewers Choice Award/3rd place winner". To vote, enter your favorite photo number in the comment section. Our panel of judges determine the 1st and 2nd place winners. The top 3 winners will be posted on October 31st. Good Luck!

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Don't Forget

2009-10-21T07:11:00.000-07:00

Don't forget to come and invite all your friends to our first time ever Photo Book party!

It is this Thursday, October 22nd from 7pm-9pm. We are having it at 4-Chairs in Lindon (150 S. State).

You won't want to miss the FREE giveaways including FREE Photo Books!

We will also be launching our new 2009 holiday card collection.

We will also be launching our new accordion books.

Refreshments will be served.
We hope to see you there! :)

Give Away Today

2009-10-19T15:59:00.000-07:00

Pro Digital Photos will be featured on the Give Away Today's blog on Friday, October 23rd. Make sure to check their blog that day to enter for a chance to win one of our great giveaways!

Our 1st give away is a FREE photo book & a FREE accordion book.

Our 2nd give away is a set of FREE holiday cards from our new 2009 collection.

Make sure to tell all your family and friends to enter!

Photo Contest - ACTION

2009-10-15T15:22:00.000-07:00

October's photo contest theme is ACTION.
Get creative and start taking pictures!

Anyone can enter this contest. There are no rules regulating design to your photo by using programs such as Photoshop.

All photo entries must be emailed as a digital file to veronica@prodigitalphotos.com by the 25th of each month.

Only 1 entry per person/per month.

The 1st and 2nd place winners will be chosen by a panel of judges. The 3rd place winner is our viewers choice award.

We will post all entries to our blog each month on the 26th for our viewers to help vote for the viewers choice award!

The winners will be announced on our blog the last day of each month.

Mark Your Calendar

2009-10-12T11:08:00.000-07:00

Photo Book Party

Pro Digital Photos is hosting its first Photo Book Party and you are invited! Stop by our open house for some fun Halloween refreshments and to mingle with friends. Every half hour a presentation will be given on how easy it really is to make a creative photo book for you and your family using our free custom software.

You won't want to miss our FREE GIVEAWAYS including PHOTO BOOKS!

Where & When

4-Chairs (150 S. State St. Lindon)
7pm-9pm (Open House)

We have chosen 4-Chairs as our party location. They have the cutest show room and a fun party room upstairs with plenty of room. We will have a large screen display and many sample photo books.

New Products

We will be launching 2 new products at this party.

Holiday Card Line for 2009
3x3 & 5x7 accordion books

Get Free Stuff

Information will be given out on how to host your own party. Hosting a party is a fun way to get together with all of your friends. Get free products, make money, and have fun!

If you are interested in hosting a party, please email veronica@prodigitalphotos.com

4-Chairs will also let anyone host any type of party at their facility for FREE! Less mess at your house and a fun place to meet!

Create a Book Now!

Bridal Fair - Provo High School

2009-10-10T07:14:00.000-07:00

Our flier hand out for the Bridal Fair

Do you know someone that is getting married? If so, make sure you send them to the Provo High School Bridal Fair Saturday, October 17th from 9am-6pm. IT'S FREE!!

Pro Digital Photos is hosting a booth at the show to feature our new press printed products. We have listed some of our samples below.

Jumbo Card - Double Sided

5x7 - Double Sided

Folded Card

Layout Card - Folded

Tri - Fold Cards

Additional Wedding Services Include:

custom creations
inserts & rsvp cards
envelopes & envelope printing
reception sign-in books
accordion display books
thank you cards

Premium Paper Options Include:
pearl
linen
pearl-linen
UV coating

i ♥ faces

2009-10-07T00:12:00.000-07:00

I found this fun blog called i ♥ faces.

They have weekly photo contests that you can enter and win great prizes.

This week is actually a non-judge fun week where you share your story in photos with the theme of “My Favorite Things.” Check our their blog for more details.

I have also posted their link under our "creative options" on the right column of our Pro Digital Photos blog.

September's Photo Winners

2009-10-05T11:37:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all that entered our Septembers Photo Contest. The winners are listed below and where determined by our viewer votes. The winners can pick up their prizes at Pro Digital Photos.

Keep taking pictures for next month!

1st Place (Jamie Robinson)
$20 Gift Certificate to Cafe Rio

2nd Place (Lindsey Nelson)
$10 Gift Certificate to Pro Digital Photos

3rd Place (Andrew Nelson)
$10 Gift Certificate to Pro Digital Photos

Updated Button

2009-09-29T07:16:00.001-07:00

I just updated our button to the right. If you have already copied it, you will need to re-copy and re-paste it to your blog. This new button has a better look on your blog.

If you are a visitor voting for the contest below, we encourage you to add our button too!

Thanks!

Photo Contest

2009-09-28T11:51:00.000-07:00

I am writing to inform our viewers that the winners of the September photo contest will be announced on Monday, October 5th. I apologize for the delay, but I will be out of town on our scheduled date to announce the winners.

I encourage viewers to continue their voting until I return......Thanks & Good Luck!

September Photo Contest Entries-WATER

2009-09-26T08:51:00.000-07:00

Here are the photo entries for this month, with the theme of WATER. Viewers are allowed to leave their comments for a one time vote. The top 3 winners will be posted on September 30th. Good luck! The image numbers are below the image.

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Custom Thanks You Cards

2009-09-25T06:10:00.000-07:00

We now make and print custom thank you cards. We designed these samples and they are packaged to sell in 24 packs for $11.99. They also include envelopes. We have a lot of brides order custom thank you cards with their wedding picture on them. The design options are really endless. Stop by for a quick pack or we can custom design your thank you cards for you.

New Logo

2009-09-22T07:08:00.001-07:00

We just finished our new logo! If you would like to copy our new button on the right, feel free to add it to your blog site! Our blog and website will slowly start to get a makeover as well.
We hope all of you enjoy the new transitions.

Cherries Jubilee Creations

2009-09-21T11:58:00.000-07:00

Have you ever created a beautiful handmade card. The outside looks dazzling, but the inside is plain? And then the panic hits...I’m not Hallmark, and I don’t know what to write inside! Relax, Cherries Jubilee Creations makes it fast and fun from the inside out offering themed card kits containing delicious designs and meaningful messages for birthdays, babies, and more.

All of their card kits provide the paper and embellishments to inspire handmade card crafting for designers of any skill level. And, not unlike cherries, each card has a little unexpected surprise: a printed sentiment inside.

They aim to provide those crafting with each Cherries Jubilee Creations kit the benefit of having many design options at their disposal. And it is no doubt recipients of each handmade card will love the personalized end result. There are so many versatile options for designing cards with Cherries Jubilee Creations kits!

Kits contain: 12-24 patterned paper pieces (depending on the kit), 6 card bases (with sentiments inside), word strips, borders, tags & embellishments, brads and ribbon.

Cherries Jubilee Creations is offering an amazing 40% discount, making each kit just $9, with coupon code: PDP40 at checkout. Coupon code expires September 25, 2009.

Halloween kits on sale now!

Try our NEW online kiosk!!

2009-09-17T10:05:00.000-07:00

We just got a new ordering system we call our online kiosk.

Our new online kiosk is fast and easy to use. No need to create an account just to order some prints. You can also crop and edit your photos just like being in the store at our in store kiosk. More options and a faster interface make this the best online print ordering experience around.

This is just a segment of our new website that is in the making. Our new website will be launched in a couple months.

Clik Elite

2009-09-14T14:56:00.001-07:00

Clik Elite makes performance packs for adventure photographers - sleek camera packs engineered to fit bodies in motion. Intuitive navigation lets you focus on the shot. Ruggedized construction protects your delicate gear when adventure turns intense. You shoot where the action is.
Clik Elite gets you there in style.

FREE 8x10 on Frog Zog

2009-09-11T07:20:00.000-07:00

What is Frog Zog?
Frog Zog is a mobile coupon service for any size business.
If you send text messages to 40123 you will receive coupons from participating businesses.

Text "photos" to receive our coupon for 1 FREE 8x10!
Our offer expires September 3o, 2009.

You can also enter search words on the
Frog Zog website to find coupons.

Pleasant Grove Annual Heritage Festival

2009-09-07T15:03:00.000-07:00

Pleasant Grove City's
Annual Heritage Festival in Historic Downtown.
Saturday, September 12, 2009.
This year celebrating our Swedish Heritage.

Pro Digital Photos will have a fun picture activity for all the kids!
Stop by for great food & lots of activities.

Click on the image below to view the scheduled events.

Shabby Straps

2009-09-04T16:14:00.000-07:00

These are truly the cutest camera straps I've seen. We hope to start carrying them in our store, but for now you can order them through this Etsy account.

We are now on twitter!

2009-08-31T06:22:00.001-07:00

If you are one who loves to tweet, join us on our new
twitter page.

Nicole Hill Gerulat Classes

2009-08-29T06:19:00.001-07:00

Nicole Hill Gerulat has been a photographer for over 8 years. Examples of her work can be found on her site, nicolephoto.com as well as her blog, a little sussy. Nicole started teaching photography classes in September 2007 and teaches from her own curriculum.

Check out her new classes available for enrollment in San Francisco, New York City, and Utah. Click on the links below for class descriptions, times, cost, and sign-up instructions:

[San Francisco]

Starting Wednesday, September 2nd: Photo 101 Full Course
Starting Wednesday, September 2nd: Photo 102 Full Course
Saturday, September 19th: Photo 101 Crash Course

[New York City]

Saturday, October 10th: Photo 101 Crash Course

[Utah]

Saturday, September 19th: Illustrator 101 Crash Course
Saturday, September 26th: Photoshop 101 Crash Course
Saturday, October 24th: Photoshop 101 Crash Course

Coming Soon
Art Weekends in Washington D.C. (October 2nd-3rd) & NYC (October 9th-10th) - more details soon! Art Weekend is also coming to Salt Lake City November 5th-7th and it will be bigger and better.

Twitter + Facebook
Join Nicole's Classes on both Twitter and Facebook for more updates on new workshops & ongoing developements with the online classes.

Share the Knowledge
Know of someone who might be interested in the Nicole's Classes newsletter? Send them here to join the fun.

Photo Contest - WATER

2009-08-25T07:47:00.000-07:00

September's photo contest theme is WATER.
Get creative and start taking pictures!

All photo entries must be received by the 25th of each month. You may bring your entry to our lab or email a digital file to veronica@prodigitalphotos.com

We will post all entries to our blog each month on the 26th for our viewers to help vote!

1st, 2nd, and 3rd prize winners will be chosen with
GREAT PRIZE GIVEAWAYS!

The 1st place winner will also have their picture
displayed in our store for a month!

Weekly Promenade

2009-08-20T11:44:00.000-07:00

Thursdays, July - September

in Pleasant Grove's Downtown Park!

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m

Join your family and neighbors Thursday nights as you stroll Downtown Pleasant Grove! Local artists and farmers will be on hand to showcase their items for sale. Hungry? Join us for dinner featuring several local food vendors. Kiwanis Club will host a "Kiddie Corner" with crafts and activities for children. Come hear local bands play, browse the craft and farmers booths and enjoy the summer weather!

Pro Digital Photos will now have a booth at our local Promenade.

Come see us every Thursday!

Back to School

2009-08-17T08:45:00.001-07:00

It's hard to believe, but it's almost time to send the kids back to school! While your kids may not be excited about early mornings and home work, the beginning of the school year is always a great time for them to catch up with friends and swap summer stories. It is also the perfect time to get your family organized with a Back-to-School photo calendar!

Download our FREE SOFTWARE to get started and you'll have your calendar ready before the first bell rings!

We Sell Custom Frames!

2009-08-11T22:20:00.000-07:00

We sell the cutest frames ever! They are already made and ready to hang. These cute frames come in many styles, colors, and sizes. We stock sizes 4x6, 5x7, 8x10, 11x14, and 16x20.

We can also create a custom frame for you in any size or color.

Sample swatch is below.

These frames are great for kids bedrooms, nurseries, and any other home decor.
These frames are made by one of our
local photographers, (Pretty Pictures).

B&H

2009-08-03T11:21:00.000-07:00

B&H is the professionals source for your photography equipment needs. B&H sells a wide variety of camera equipment such as digital cameras, lenses, flashes, batteries, memory cards, tripods, cases, straps, software, etc.... Below is a link to watch a video on their superstore.

About the B&H Superstore

Digital Press Products

2009-07-30T11:16:00.000-07:00

We just started offering press printed products. Our new machine can print anything you want such as tri-folds, double sided cards, business cards, mailers, postcards, etc. It also prints on 4 different paper options: standard, pearl, linen, and pearl/linen combined.
Check out our press printed products page to see more products and to download our FREE software that gives you templates to create these products. We are in the process of adding more products to this page! Our store front also has samples you can come and see.

These products are great for marketing materials.

These products are also great for announcements such as wedding, baby, graduation, and greeting cards.

Tips, Tricks & Techniques to Improve Your Photography

2009-07-27T15:56:00.001-07:00

I found this great website for photographers to get tips on their photography. It also has some useful forums to discuss topics of your concern with other photographers.

Facebook

2009-07-25T19:03:00.000-07:00

We are now on facebook!

Make sure you add us as your fan!

Our link is on the right side of our blog.
www.prodigitalphotos.blogspot.com

Growing up to be JPEGS!!

2009-07-17T10:23:00.000-07:00

Are your kids growing up to be JPEGS?

Are you and your family growing up to be JPEGS?

I HOPE NOT!!

I strongly encourage all of you to print your memories.
You should print 4x6's of all your
favorite pictures to put in an album,
or create a fun photo book each year
of your most favorite pictures.

I have set a goal to have all my favorite pictures printed and put into matching albums. So far I have finished 2003-2008. I am now starting on my 2009 prints. And I still need to go as far back as 2001, (when I started using a digital camera).

I chose albums that allow me to write captions on the side.

I purchased my photo albums from Target.

Summer Road Trips

2009-07-12T16:52:00.001-07:00

Greetings Fellow Photographers!

Summer is in full swing! This time of year, many families hit the open road on vacation, making memories along every mile that are cherished for years to come. So gas up the car, grab your camera, and check out these tips for photographing theme parks, scenics, and the road!

Theme Parks

A family day at a theme park has infinite photo opportunities, but dusk is usually the best time for getting a great outdoor shot because of the combination of natural light and light from the attractions. Also, use a wrist strap on your camera to keep it safe; taking pictures of your family on a roller coaster is fun and exciting...until you drop your camera! Speaking of keeping your camera safe, make sure your camera stays dry on water rides.

Scenics
No summer road trip is complete without a few scenic views along the way. The best time to shoot scenics is during the sun's golden hours: sunrise or sunset. When you are framing your shot, it is usually best to avoid placing your subject dead center in the photo. Instead, place it on the left, right, top, or bottom, and the photo will be much more interesting (this is called the "rule of thirds"). Make your shot more personal by adding a family member, your car, or another object. A picture of the Grand Canyon is great, but putting a family member in the shot makes it much more personal. Another fun technique to try is using a different point of focus, like focusing on a blooming flower in the corner of your shot with a canyon or mountain in the background.

On the Road
One of the best parts about a road trip is the trip itself; getting there is half the fun! So, don't put your camera away just because you are on the road (of course, leave the driving to the driver and the picture-taking to everyone else!). Capture the feel of your trip. If it is hot and dry, figure out how to capture the heat in your photos, like including empty water bottles or sweaty foreheads. Use humor as well; the kids sleeping in front of a beautiful scenic view or landmark will make a hilarious shot later. Slow shutter speed pan shots are another fun thing to try when you're on the road: use a slow shutter speed, press the button, and pan the camera to the side as it is taking the shot. A good resulting shot will be focused on one thing with blur and movement surrounding it. Finally, get candid pictures of the car's interior. After all, it's where you spent most of your time!

Utah Valley Magazine

2009-07-07T17:22:00.000-07:00

Pro Digital Photos was featured in the "Utah Valley Magazine"

If you follow this link, you can read the fun article of how the company got started.
p. 80-81

Scrapbook Night

2009-07-07T17:11:00.000-07:00

The Pleasant Grove Rec Center is hosting its (Semi-Annual All-Nighter Scrapbook Night).
July 10, 2009
547 S. Locust Ave. Pleasant Grove, UT
For questions, please call (801) 785-4792

Bring your friends and all your scrapbook supplies!

Pro Digital Photos will be having a vendor booth displayed. We will be giving out our software to make digital scrapbooks and 12x12 scrapbook pages.

Stop by our booth to get coupons to print your 12x12 pages for FREE!!

Fourth of July Photo Tips

2009-07-01T16:35:00.000-07:00

Bring a tripod and flashlight to the firework display.

If you don't have firework mode, set your camera to manual mode: ISO 200, aperture f/8, and shutter speed between 5 and 15 seconds. After you take a few pictures, take a look at how they are turning out, and adjust the shutter speed accordingly (leave the ISO and f-stop alone).

Include a landmark in the photo, such as a statue, stadium, park, lake, or whatever the surrounding area includes. As the fireworks explode, they will light up the landmark beautifully.

Remember that fireworks come fast and furious during the finale of the show. Therefore, you may need to decrease your shutter speed. 15 seconds will likely be overexposed during the finale. Try 5 seconds instead.

Our New Look

2009-06-17T15:30:00.000-07:00

We have been busy re-modeling our retail store. It really feels like a boutique and is very inviting. We would like to invite all you ladies to come check out our store.

We know you'll love it!!

The right monitor is used for our customers to make photo books.
The left monitor is our kiosk for fast ordering.
And the middle section is our cute display
where we take our passport photos.
The wedding pictures on the left where taken by
Amanda Gregory.

Our new window display....we also sale these custom frames!
Our frames are made by Lindy, the owner of 4-Chairs.

We now sell cute photo/keepsake boxes that are hand made.
We also sell custom frames that are custom made
by one of our photographers, Pretty Pictures.

And of course I made a display of my beautiful baby girl!
Pictures taken by
Peekaboo Photos & Skye Johansen Photography.

WE NOW PRINT CANVAS!!

2009-05-29T07:20:00.000-07:00

We now offer canvas printing!
We are so excited to offer this classic and unique way of printing and displaying your photos.
We can print canvas rolled, stretched, or gallery wrap.
The image below is gallery wrap.

Click here to view our prices.

Strawberry Days Baby Contest

2009-05-13T15:53:00.001-07:00

Pro Digital Photos is a proud sponsor of the annual Strawberry Days Baby Contest located in Pleasant Grove, Utah. We will be featuring one of our photographers, Cherished Moments Photos, who will be taking adorable photos of the contestants. And we are honored to print the 8x10 photos of all the cute babies!!

PASSPORT Pictures

2009-05-11T19:38:00.000-07:00

5 minute PASSPORT pictures
only $5.99

What do we Offer?

2009-05-10T10:55:00.001-07:00

Services include:
1. 1 hour photo
2. Prints from digital
3. Prints from negatives
4. Prints from rolls of film & proofs
5. Volume printing
6. Enlargements, mounted & sprayed
7. Canvas prints
8. Large paper selection – matte, glossy, luster, pearl, metallic, hard stock...
9. Scanning services
10. Photo restoration
11. Custom announcements - wedding, Christmas, baby, graduation
12. Press printing
13. Folded & double sided cards
14. Photo books
15. Calendars
16. Digital scrapbooking
17. Transfers to DVD-VHS, 8mm, reel to reel
18. Slides – processing, from digital,presentations, from slides, scanning
19. Passports
20. Shipping
21. Rush services
22. Custom orders
23. FREE local delivery
24. Pro websites
25. Accounts & purchase orders
26. Transfers to DVD- from VHS & 8mm
27. Reel to reel transfers

Pearl Paper

2009-04-27T20:37:00.001-07:00

This spectacular paper will really make your announcement shimmer and stand out from the rest!! It has an elegant & shimmery surface with a colorful pearl hue.

It sets the standard for sophistication.

Double sided:
4x5 or 4x6 as low as $.55 each
5x5 or 5x7 as low as $.75 each

Single sided:
4x5 or 4x6 as low as $.35 each
5x5 or 5x7 as low as $.45 each

Freedom Festival Baby Contest

2009-04-24T16:24:00.000-07:00

It's not too early to pre-register

your baby in this great baby contest!!

The Freedom Festival Baby Contest creates a positive experience for children ages newborn to 30 months. This heartwarming event is a fun way for parents to share their child's unique personality and beauty with the community and walk away with some really great gifts!

Date: June 6th

Place: Utah Valley University Sorensen Student Center

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $10.00 online registration. $15.00 online registration starting June 4, 2009. Online registration closes at 3:00 p.m. June 5, 2009. $15.00 "Day Of" registration at UVU Campus Connection.

For more information and to register click here.

Pro Digital Photos and Cherished Moments Photos

are proud sponsors of this event!!

Promotion

2009-04-10T16:16:00.000-07:00

We are offering FREE ENVELOPES
for announcement & card orders.
You must mention this ad
at the time of purchase to redeem discount.
Offer expires May 31th 2009.

Provo High School Bridal Fair

2009-04-01T11:41:00.000-07:00

If you know someone who is planning a wedding, make sure to mention the Bridal Fair at Provo High School.
April, 18 2009 from 10am-6pm.

Pro Digital Photos will have a booth showcasing our beautiful wedding announcements. We can custom create wedding announcements to fit your budget and your personality! Our website has a wide variety of samples to view.

Quantity Price

100+ $.50 each
200+ $.40 each
400+ $.30 each
600+ $.25 each

Envelope Prices
5x7 $.09 each
4x8 $.08 each

FREE SHIPPING on orders over $100

Free Photo Book Giveaway

2009-03-12T15:36:00.001-07:00

If you love to scrapbook, you don't want to miss the
Pleasant Groves scrapbook night.

Pro Digital Photos is donating a
FREE PHOTO BOOK to one lucky winner!

It starts at 4:00pm March 13th and goes until 10:00am on March 14th.
Bring your pajamas for this all-nighter.
Dinner and breakfast will be served.
Contact the Pleasant Grove Rec Center for more details.

Referral Program

2009-03-02T07:27:00.000-08:00

Make Extra Money

Our referral program offers our customers a way to make some extra money by telling their friends and family about our great services.

Our program is simple. If you refer someone to us, we will pay you 10% of any orders they place. Or you can get 15% of in store credit to use for any printing service we offer.

Two ways to add referrals. You can fill out the form below (recommended), or we will add referrals when they place their orders and mention you. Pay outs and store credits will be issued quarterly (April, July, October, January).

Submit A Referral Now

Free Photo Book Giveaway

2009-03-01T09:00:00.000-08:00

Everyone is invited to this Matilda Jane party
hosted byPeekaboo Photos.

Pro Digital Photos will be donating a
FREE PHOTO BOOK
to one lucky winner!

Internet Radio Session

2009-02-25T12:22:00.000-08:00

Pro Digital Photos will be spot lighted by

planetarystreams.com

on Thursday, February 26th at 4:30pm.

Make sure you log on at this time to listen to our segment.