Can A Smartphone Replace A Dedicated Camera?

I think this question comes up a lot, and the answer isn't the same for everyone.  In fact the answer for a lot of people has shaken up the entire camera industry and flung its future into uncertainty.

What about for those who are more serious about photography?  I'm definitely one of those people so here's what I've experienced...

The Practical Guide to Buying a New Camera

I want to save you a ton of money on camera equipment. Most blogs make their money through affiliate programs with major equipment vendors. They're better off when you buy more expensive equipment using their links. This blog also uses affiliate links, so what's the difference?  I'd like to think it's honesty, some might even call it stupidity. Either way, I want you to buy the least expensive equipment possible.

If you're just getting started and want to get the most for your money then let me explain why I don't want you to spend a lot.

Portland Maine

I've been way behind on posting lately, but I wanted to tell you about a trip we took over the summer.  Tracy and I had an amazing opportunity to spend a couple of days in Portland Maine without kids. This was some well deserved freedom that we relished every moment of. We could go anywhere we wanted for as long as we wanted without anyone getting cranky, bored, or going crazy. We could eat at interesting restaurants without someone whining about not being able to order "noodles".