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Digital Kids Club
Digital Photo Club Getting started with digital photography
Think you need a digital camera to have fun with digital photography? Think again. All you need is access to a computer and you’re ready to go.
Taking pictures
There are several ways you can get pictures ready for a computer:
  • Scan existing prints and burn a CD
    Scan pictures that you’ve already taken. Whether you have a scanner at home or school, or have access to scanning services through a photo developer, getting favorite photos on a CD lets you quickly and easily copy these cherished memories to a computer for editing, printing, and sharing.
  • At the one-hour photo request a CD instead of prints
    When you take pictures with a film camera and take them to the one-hour photo for developing, have the pictures put on a CD instead of getting prints. This way you’ll still have access to all the benefits digital photography offers.
  • Use a digital camera
    There are lots of different types of digital cameras. Before you buy, make a list of the “must have” features to find the right one for you. To learn more, check out two views on buying a camera.

Making pictures beautiful
The great joy of taking pictures is being able to share them with friends, family, teachers, and students. The possibilities are truly endless with digital. You can…

  • create a slide show for a school project
  • put together a photo album that shows the progress of a class over the school year
  • make CDs
  • print greeting cards, calendars, and posters
  • design mouse pads, coffee mugs, and more.

Digital is fast, fun, and easy. All you need is your imagination and a few mouse clicks — and you’re there. Want to do more with your digital photos? Use Adobe® Photoshop® Elements and watch your creativity flow.