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I Gave My 19-Month-Old Son My Old Canon G12: Here’s His POV
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I Gave My 19-Month-Old Son My Old Canon G12: Here’s His POV

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Stan has learned how to use a camera and to shout out cheese as he presses the shutter.

He has a few of my old crappy point and shoot film cameras in his toy box to play with, but today I gave him my Canon G12. To be honest it’s a pile of shit and it doesn’t get used at all. It was probably a tip top camera back in the day but by today’s standards it’s not the best.

He wandered round the house and garden snapping away saying ‘cheese’ at everything. He even managed to switch the settings to ‘sepia’ at one point. I’m guessing he was feeling a bit pretentious and wanted to change the style of his shots. He looks through the viewfinder as well rather than use the LCD screen on the back.

After he had finished and started to press all the buttons to see what they did I whacked the memory card in the MacBook and had a look at the pics. He did pretty well!

What do you think? Is he any good? Is the dude a phot in the making or should he hang the camera up now and get back to watching Paw Patrol and colouring in?

As he walked around, I grabbed a few on my iPhone as well.

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    Stan has learned how to use a camera and to shout out cheese as he presses the shutter

    He started snapping away saying ‘cheese’ at everything

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    He even managed to switch the settings to ‘sepia’ at one point

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    What do you think? Is he any good?

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    ali lewis
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Life from a toddler's perspective...shadow's and the dog, mum and dad, everything about knee level. Keep the camera in his hands! He could be great :)

    Romina Slabber
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's sooo cute! Actually some really nice shots there. I really like the shadow/grass ones and the ones underneath the table. Different perspectives :)

    Skye Mearkle Pursel
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First he is adorable!!! What a cutie! Keep it going his perspective is awesome.... just imagine what he will do once he gets more experience and sees his work! Well done little one

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    Carolyn Meehan
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What I like most is the perspective of a very little person. It has been so very many years (I am 70) since I spent much time down at that level, it was refreshing to see. He is very serious and pays a lot of attention to learning his chosen motivation. That is truly a gift at any age.

    Kopitiam English
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hahahaha....I love his facial expression-looks so cool and like a professional photographer....picture from his angle and point of view are just awesome....keep it up little guy!

    Mahala Kincaid
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really love this. We always wonder what they are thinking, but this gives us a little insight into what they may find interesting. Very awesome.

    Simon Deacon
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The pictures taken of the father and mother I definitely think should be cherished the most.

    Bobby Salomons
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is intriguing! You can really see what keeps him busy! Some of them are actually pretty good photos! You should really let him mess around with it "often" as he will really grow into it, he's already doing a decent job so far - imagine once he understands the full potential and begins expressing himself. I think you might have something here!

    Marlene Jones
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We see the world through a toddlers eyes this way. Great pics. We forget they see life way lower than we see it.

    Amelia Ch
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is awesome, he'll have memories of his early days in the future! And his parents can see world from their child perspective!

    Dessira Buchholz
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First off, he's adorable. And secondly, he's doing a pretty good job with this!

    Linda Abbott
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's great!! He is observant, obviously loves some things you guys own, like the owl lawn ornament, shows curiosity and a natural instinct for composition. I think that maybe all parents should put cameras in the hands of their small children. It tells you a lot about who they are. Love yours!!!

    ldao
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A fantastic reminder to always put yourself in their shoes. As a daddy i lose my cool sometimes, but it helps to remember where they're coming from and it makes even the smallest (annoying) things feel special.

    Suzanne Harthcock
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    knee level, so cute but all the important stuff. I liked the clouds caught in the glass door. good job, buddy!

    Sue Brandenburg
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's great and I love the dog had Beagles before. His view are wonderful like the flower shot. Keep him at it photography is a great expression tool!

    Benski Trenkins
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The beauty lies in simplicity. Adults usually overthink when they try to make a photo to impress. Some of his shots are amazing. Keep stimulating your son, this can only get better. "Without imagination, we are nothing"

    Debbie Dee
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should teach how to take selfies because he's really, really cute!

    Sarah
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is so cute! The perspective he uses is great! He is a child genius at taking pictures

    chachkimooch
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're NEVER too young to start being an artist of any kind! :))

    Snowflake
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good on you mum for letting your son explore and play - best experience ever!

    Rabbitt209
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really interesting pov. Fun to see the world through eyes young child! Way to go Mom!

    Purple Rain
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's good to see things in others perspective. Same gadget but different perspective.

    Heather Moore
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Upside down Mom is such a cool shot. What a treat to have it forever!

    Elaine McNay
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hes so cute! Good way to start them that age, full of energy and adventure

    Narulita Hutami
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe you should make an exhibition from his works at the future. Your son is adorable and talented 👍👍👍👍

    Sharon Hahn
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great job inspiring your little one! He's got a great perspective on things at his level. Hoping he continues to enjoy photography as he isn't just ''in'' to taking people shots like some.

    RutiGloom
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its actually impressive, if you encourage him enough he could become an awesome photographer!!

    Jeff Bowles
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So. Incredibly. Perfect. Keep it up. Birthday suggestion for an uncle or aunt: they could give him a small picture frame that has a battery, that you put an SD card into.

    Rina van der Ham
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    clear shots, stabel, and he looks at the pictures that he has taken. very good. not just click, click, click. Keep up the good work.

    Elizabeth Derrick
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's awesome, fantastic that he has such an interest and a creative side. Run with it, he may be an award winning photographer one day!! x

    Terrel Bush
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree theres a couple perfect shots here! It shows you just have to like something to be good at it and juat do it !

    Grace Fenech
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For a 19-month-old child they are really good' and to think that a lot of grown ups can't even take a good photo, you should encourage him, the dog poo is the best :D) :-D

    John Ford
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen adults take worse pictures. The POV is amazing. Hope he keeps up the good work.

    Dave Groh
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are great photos! I hope that as he gets older his interest in photography doesn't fade, as it can be seen that he has a lot of potential. I can't wait until my little one is old enough to do the same thing with... I'm curious what kind of photos she will take. Thank you for sharing.

    Ginger Morgan
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think 'The Dude' is spot-on for his perspective (remembering back to my very young days - everything was waaaay up there and my shoes were the thing I looked at most). Good job, little Dude!

    Stacey Hamilton
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The boy has some wicked skills! Dog poop is fantastic. Love the perspective.

    Carina Rossi
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's a natural. The shadow shots are cool, and he loves his family!

    Regina Meeks
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty amazing for a 19-month old. I hope he continues to love using the camera.

    Mati Pollock
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lovely shots and pics to remember life at home and garden, like how he follows the dog around ..

    Patsy Rose
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keep snapping! Top photographers say that only 1 in 100 of their pics are top class, so the more he takes, the more good ones will appear.

    Helen Weisflog
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are two or three that are fantastic! It is so interesting to see things from his height - we forget what it's like for toddlers. Love them!!!!!

    Glynis Welch
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just think what he will be like with a camera by the time he’s 19or 29 yrs old professional !!

    Diana Betts
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    he is good and we need more of these posts to cheer us up and brighten our days in this cloudy full of hatred world..thank you for sharing the joy

    Meidah Marsella
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think he has a good point of view as 19 month year old boy. I mea he got a shots of his own little shoes, and when he looked up to his mother airing the clothes, or when he shots his father's smiling face. And my favorite is when he shots the living room with a glow pourin inside. That was so beautiful

    Vivienne Kinleyside
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love him and his photos! Like to see more as he ‘progresses’, which I’m sure he will. I love the dog poop on the grass...great potential!

    We'llSee
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the ones of his little feet. Great idea for children.

    Marika Stanway
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did a similar thing with my boy around the same age. He ended up with a ton of pictures of his big sister and all of his soft toys :) This is wonderful!

    Kristel Bijnen
    Community Member
    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love his perspective. Love the photo's of the shadows, the dog, you and his tiny little feet/shoes! But all of them are great! It really shows what life from his level is like! The poop on the grass was awesome! Well, I can say I really like all of them! I have a lower point of view from my wheelchair also (though still higher than his), I am able to stand up for a very short time on 1 (like clubbed, turned inside as if you twist your ankle) foot, when I do that, the world looks entirely different! So I think it is cool to see life from different point of views! This one is awesome!

    Lorri Adams
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love the second one of his Mum, where she's smiling up at him and we can see his feet, that's gorgeous. What a fab idea of yours. And, I agree with Veronica below, the dog poop one is hilarious. My daughter and I were laughing at the idea of him saying "Cheese" to it before taking the photo, LOL.

    Carol Taylor
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    l am impressed....dont take the camera off him...the beauty of it being digital is that he can take as many shots as the memory card will allow, empty it, and then start all over again..then print off his really good ones....l think you could have a great coffee table book out of it eventually...at least one you can present to him on his 21st...

    Miranda Rodriguez
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a really cute idea and it starts kids out young finding different art forms. Good for you loved this, can't wait to see more!

    Melissa Yero
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think i should teach my daughter. She is 2 1/2 and is always interested in the pictures and videos I take. I think it would be interesting to see her try. Also, no offense, but that lawn is sickeningly perfect! :P

    Karlee Jarman
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the sepia photo of your hubby at the table is actually really cool and the one of you upside smiling is a keeper for sure

    Karlee Jarman
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry I'm a newbie. If it's written by dad then I mean the photo of you is awesome and the one of mumma upside down is adorable :)

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    Joy Smith
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He is one talented little guy, love the one with your face and his shoes😍

    Sue Lowe
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stan the Man! He is showing how it's supposed to be done lol. His pics sure opens a new perspective for this old lady. You're my Hero. BTW, love your Kermit shirt. :-}

    Anna Edmundson
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of his photos are great! :) What I love most though is seeing the world from a child's perspective again; everything is on a totally different eye level, and things (plus people and dogs) are so much bigger!

    Bobbi Newell
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The dog poop cracked me up! Some of his under-the-table shots are really cool. Keep that camera in his hands!

    Estefani Licea Madrigal
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow he is good. I got a sense of being there actually being able to look at what's real. And not just why he wants us to see but what is really there. Lots of joy from that family so cute!

    Frances Cole
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    those are some amazing pics for a 19 month old way to go little man

    Omar Rojo
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aw! This is so adorable. I say, let the little guy continue. So many reasons why he should. Personally, the POV brought back so many memories as a child. Secondly, you could show him once he's much older - a different kind of photo album. :)

    Kjorn
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    of course he has to take a picture of the poop. i'm just surprise he didn't take a picture of his own

    Dana C.
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this! The ones with his feet are especially cute!

    Notchimine Mette
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome shots. Now we also know what life looks like from "down there"... :)

    Roberta Morrison
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think he's doing great, no grown up would have bothered shooting the dog poo. I think I got my first camera when I was 6 or 7, my dad's old Kodac "Brownie," back in the day you had to wait until the film came back from the developer's to see how things turned out. Hopefully he have lots of fun, and we see his developing skills. ;-)

    Silver Marie Brodit-Ramos
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He seems to like textures and the play of shadow and light :) So cute. I think he should keep going if he wants... only he can say when it's time to hang up the camera :)

    Jo Murphy
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    His little feet! The dog poo! Mom's butt! They're all adorable. Sweet, funny, touching. And yes, some great ones there :)

    Claire Farrance
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This reminds me of when I followed my (similar aged) nephew about with a camera to see his perspective for an art project at school! High fives to the budding photographer!!

    Tricia Anderson
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He actually has very good spatial composition and spacial thinking.

    Debbie McDermott
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's so cute! He seems to a knack for photography. He got some nice shots. My favorites are the ones where someone is taking a photo of him taking a picture. Just wonderful!

    Teresa W-S
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Watch out World , here comes the new Henri Cartier-Bresson!!!

    Stacey Marie
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The perspective of a child in pictures. Great shots and I can see him in a few years getting awards from his work as he learns more. Thanks for inspiring passion for for photography. I'm eager to see more of his future work.

    Nish Sanguine
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ah the joys of a break from paw patrol! love the photos, they are fantastic and show a good eye for composition already ♥

    ugaas wiilhoog
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He is 1 year and 7 months or 1 and half to simplify it, with that out of the way, really creative idea and cute kid.

    Monique Thibodeau
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    love the shot with the garden owl,& his little shadow pic,he;s done really well for a small kid..i rather much see camera in a young kids hand then a toy video game or some hand held gadget with toy sounds..he'll make himself a very fine photographer in the future...best of luck little man..you got good parents on hand :)

    M Michael Herbaugh
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The shots are great, sure, sure. More importantly - where do I get that grass man? It's that sod? What kind is it?

    Sally Vogel
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, he's not good, but he is only 3. And the G12 is a good camera...NOT a piece of s**t.

    Martin Sarvaš
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anybody who is just a bit interested in photography must admit that none of those photos is good. It is cute, those photos could be in family album, but the answer to the question asked is No - he is not good. No 19-month-old kid can be a good photographer. And this is not a hate, this is just an unbiased opinion. Have a nice day :)

    Sidonie Alber
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *1 year and 7 month. I dont get why everybody hast to count the age in month after the kid turned allready 1. Its like: "hey, I am 283 Month old."

    John Smith
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Frankly his POV is pretty generic and uninspiring. But the parents here will gush no matter what the little sucker photographs.

    Michelle Mendoza
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like the ones he took of the guy at the laptop, and the dog by a door.... All the others are just typical pictures taken by a kid... I thought these were going to be unique shots from an 18 month old... but you give any toddler a camera and you'll get pretty much the same thing... They do have cameras for kids, if you want to keep him going with photography... my daughter loved hers until we let her use a smart phone we weren't using any more.. Letting a toddler use an expensive camera of course, is entirely up to you... I'm sure you know kids get sticky, leave sticky messes, and drop things...

    Kurt Springer
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome POV. Go straight to a D5. Keep it up. Teach him a few things at a time. He clearly loves it. BTW - pick up your poop...

    Juris Francenko
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I liked the one with his moms leg wide open. That saved this photo sesion.

    Giannis Tselas
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So cool, I miss my little brother now sniff. How did he take pics of himself holding the cam? trollol :D

    Linda Abbott
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He didn't. Dad said he got out his phone and took some photos of him taking photos.

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    Jeannie Carle
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MANY of these should be framed and on the wall! Yeah - the dog poop was great, LOL - of interest to a 19 mo old :-) There are so great shots here! Esp the shadows on the grass

    Nicholas Yu
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cute kid, cute concept...HORRIBLE photos. I say this with an unbiased opinion because I'm not the parent of said "photographer".

    ali lewis
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Life from a toddler's perspective...shadow's and the dog, mum and dad, everything about knee level. Keep the camera in his hands! He could be great :)

    Romina Slabber
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's sooo cute! Actually some really nice shots there. I really like the shadow/grass ones and the ones underneath the table. Different perspectives :)

    Skye Mearkle Pursel
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First he is adorable!!! What a cutie! Keep it going his perspective is awesome.... just imagine what he will do once he gets more experience and sees his work! Well done little one

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    Carolyn Meehan
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What I like most is the perspective of a very little person. It has been so very many years (I am 70) since I spent much time down at that level, it was refreshing to see. He is very serious and pays a lot of attention to learning his chosen motivation. That is truly a gift at any age.

    Kopitiam English
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hahahaha....I love his facial expression-looks so cool and like a professional photographer....picture from his angle and point of view are just awesome....keep it up little guy!

    Mahala Kincaid
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really love this. We always wonder what they are thinking, but this gives us a little insight into what they may find interesting. Very awesome.

    Simon Deacon
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The pictures taken of the father and mother I definitely think should be cherished the most.

    Bobby Salomons
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is intriguing! You can really see what keeps him busy! Some of them are actually pretty good photos! You should really let him mess around with it "often" as he will really grow into it, he's already doing a decent job so far - imagine once he understands the full potential and begins expressing himself. I think you might have something here!

    Marlene Jones
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We see the world through a toddlers eyes this way. Great pics. We forget they see life way lower than we see it.

    Amelia Ch
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is awesome, he'll have memories of his early days in the future! And his parents can see world from their child perspective!

    Dessira Buchholz
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First off, he's adorable. And secondly, he's doing a pretty good job with this!

    Linda Abbott
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's great!! He is observant, obviously loves some things you guys own, like the owl lawn ornament, shows curiosity and a natural instinct for composition. I think that maybe all parents should put cameras in the hands of their small children. It tells you a lot about who they are. Love yours!!!

    ldao
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A fantastic reminder to always put yourself in their shoes. As a daddy i lose my cool sometimes, but it helps to remember where they're coming from and it makes even the smallest (annoying) things feel special.

    Suzanne Harthcock
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    knee level, so cute but all the important stuff. I liked the clouds caught in the glass door. good job, buddy!

    Sue Brandenburg
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's great and I love the dog had Beagles before. His view are wonderful like the flower shot. Keep him at it photography is a great expression tool!

    Benski Trenkins
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The beauty lies in simplicity. Adults usually overthink when they try to make a photo to impress. Some of his shots are amazing. Keep stimulating your son, this can only get better. "Without imagination, we are nothing"

    Debbie Dee
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should teach how to take selfies because he's really, really cute!

    Sarah
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is so cute! The perspective he uses is great! He is a child genius at taking pictures

    chachkimooch
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're NEVER too young to start being an artist of any kind! :))

    Snowflake
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good on you mum for letting your son explore and play - best experience ever!

    Rabbitt209
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really interesting pov. Fun to see the world through eyes young child! Way to go Mom!

    Purple Rain
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's good to see things in others perspective. Same gadget but different perspective.

    Heather Moore
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Upside down Mom is such a cool shot. What a treat to have it forever!

    Elaine McNay
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hes so cute! Good way to start them that age, full of energy and adventure

    Narulita Hutami
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe you should make an exhibition from his works at the future. Your son is adorable and talented 👍👍👍👍

    Sharon Hahn
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great job inspiring your little one! He's got a great perspective on things at his level. Hoping he continues to enjoy photography as he isn't just ''in'' to taking people shots like some.

    RutiGloom
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its actually impressive, if you encourage him enough he could become an awesome photographer!!

    Jeff Bowles
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So. Incredibly. Perfect. Keep it up. Birthday suggestion for an uncle or aunt: they could give him a small picture frame that has a battery, that you put an SD card into.

    Rina van der Ham
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    clear shots, stabel, and he looks at the pictures that he has taken. very good. not just click, click, click. Keep up the good work.

    Elizabeth Derrick
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's awesome, fantastic that he has such an interest and a creative side. Run with it, he may be an award winning photographer one day!! x

    Terrel Bush
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree theres a couple perfect shots here! It shows you just have to like something to be good at it and juat do it !

    Grace Fenech
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For a 19-month-old child they are really good' and to think that a lot of grown ups can't even take a good photo, you should encourage him, the dog poo is the best :D) :-D

    John Ford
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen adults take worse pictures. The POV is amazing. Hope he keeps up the good work.

    Dave Groh
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are great photos! I hope that as he gets older his interest in photography doesn't fade, as it can be seen that he has a lot of potential. I can't wait until my little one is old enough to do the same thing with... I'm curious what kind of photos she will take. Thank you for sharing.

    Ginger Morgan
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think 'The Dude' is spot-on for his perspective (remembering back to my very young days - everything was waaaay up there and my shoes were the thing I looked at most). Good job, little Dude!

    Stacey Hamilton
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The boy has some wicked skills! Dog poop is fantastic. Love the perspective.

    Carina Rossi
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's a natural. The shadow shots are cool, and he loves his family!

    Regina Meeks
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty amazing for a 19-month old. I hope he continues to love using the camera.

    Mati Pollock
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lovely shots and pics to remember life at home and garden, like how he follows the dog around ..

    Patsy Rose
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keep snapping! Top photographers say that only 1 in 100 of their pics are top class, so the more he takes, the more good ones will appear.

    Helen Weisflog
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are two or three that are fantastic! It is so interesting to see things from his height - we forget what it's like for toddlers. Love them!!!!!

    Glynis Welch
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just think what he will be like with a camera by the time he’s 19or 29 yrs old professional !!

    Diana Betts
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    he is good and we need more of these posts to cheer us up and brighten our days in this cloudy full of hatred world..thank you for sharing the joy

    Meidah Marsella
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think he has a good point of view as 19 month year old boy. I mea he got a shots of his own little shoes, and when he looked up to his mother airing the clothes, or when he shots his father's smiling face. And my favorite is when he shots the living room with a glow pourin inside. That was so beautiful

    Vivienne Kinleyside
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love him and his photos! Like to see more as he ‘progresses’, which I’m sure he will. I love the dog poop on the grass...great potential!

    We'llSee
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the ones of his little feet. Great idea for children.

    Marika Stanway
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did a similar thing with my boy around the same age. He ended up with a ton of pictures of his big sister and all of his soft toys :) This is wonderful!

    Kristel Bijnen
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love his perspective. Love the photo's of the shadows, the dog, you and his tiny little feet/shoes! But all of them are great! It really shows what life from his level is like! The poop on the grass was awesome! Well, I can say I really like all of them! I have a lower point of view from my wheelchair also (though still higher than his), I am able to stand up for a very short time on 1 (like clubbed, turned inside as if you twist your ankle) foot, when I do that, the world looks entirely different! So I think it is cool to see life from different point of views! This one is awesome!

    Lorri Adams
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love the second one of his Mum, where she's smiling up at him and we can see his feet, that's gorgeous. What a fab idea of yours. And, I agree with Veronica below, the dog poop one is hilarious. My daughter and I were laughing at the idea of him saying "Cheese" to it before taking the photo, LOL.

    Carol Taylor
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    l am impressed....dont take the camera off him...the beauty of it being digital is that he can take as many shots as the memory card will allow, empty it, and then start all over again..then print off his really good ones....l think you could have a great coffee table book out of it eventually...at least one you can present to him on his 21st...

    Miranda Rodriguez
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a really cute idea and it starts kids out young finding different art forms. Good for you loved this, can't wait to see more!

    Melissa Yero
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think i should teach my daughter. She is 2 1/2 and is always interested in the pictures and videos I take. I think it would be interesting to see her try. Also, no offense, but that lawn is sickeningly perfect! :P

    Karlee Jarman
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the sepia photo of your hubby at the table is actually really cool and the one of you upside smiling is a keeper for sure

    Karlee Jarman
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry I'm a newbie. If it's written by dad then I mean the photo of you is awesome and the one of mumma upside down is adorable :)

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    Joy Smith
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He is one talented little guy, love the one with your face and his shoes😍

    Sue Lowe
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stan the Man! He is showing how it's supposed to be done lol. His pics sure opens a new perspective for this old lady. You're my Hero. BTW, love your Kermit shirt. :-}

    Anna Edmundson
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of his photos are great! :) What I love most though is seeing the world from a child's perspective again; everything is on a totally different eye level, and things (plus people and dogs) are so much bigger!

    Bobbi Newell
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The dog poop cracked me up! Some of his under-the-table shots are really cool. Keep that camera in his hands!

    Estefani Licea Madrigal
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow he is good. I got a sense of being there actually being able to look at what's real. And not just why he wants us to see but what is really there. Lots of joy from that family so cute!

    Frances Cole
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    those are some amazing pics for a 19 month old way to go little man

    Omar Rojo
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aw! This is so adorable. I say, let the little guy continue. So many reasons why he should. Personally, the POV brought back so many memories as a child. Secondly, you could show him once he's much older - a different kind of photo album. :)

    Kjorn
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    of course he has to take a picture of the poop. i'm just surprise he didn't take a picture of his own

    Dana C.
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this! The ones with his feet are especially cute!

    Notchimine Mette
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome shots. Now we also know what life looks like from "down there"... :)

    Roberta Morrison
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think he's doing great, no grown up would have bothered shooting the dog poo. I think I got my first camera when I was 6 or 7, my dad's old Kodac "Brownie," back in the day you had to wait until the film came back from the developer's to see how things turned out. Hopefully he have lots of fun, and we see his developing skills. ;-)

    Silver Marie Brodit-Ramos
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He seems to like textures and the play of shadow and light :) So cute. I think he should keep going if he wants... only he can say when it's time to hang up the camera :)

    Jo Murphy
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    His little feet! The dog poo! Mom's butt! They're all adorable. Sweet, funny, touching. And yes, some great ones there :)

    Claire Farrance
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This reminds me of when I followed my (similar aged) nephew about with a camera to see his perspective for an art project at school! High fives to the budding photographer!!

    Tricia Anderson
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He actually has very good spatial composition and spacial thinking.

    Debbie McDermott
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's so cute! He seems to a knack for photography. He got some nice shots. My favorites are the ones where someone is taking a photo of him taking a picture. Just wonderful!

    Teresa W-S
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Watch out World , here comes the new Henri Cartier-Bresson!!!

    Stacey Marie
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The perspective of a child in pictures. Great shots and I can see him in a few years getting awards from his work as he learns more. Thanks for inspiring passion for for photography. I'm eager to see more of his future work.

    Nish Sanguine
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ah the joys of a break from paw patrol! love the photos, they are fantastic and show a good eye for composition already ♥

    ugaas wiilhoog
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He is 1 year and 7 months or 1 and half to simplify it, with that out of the way, really creative idea and cute kid.

    Monique Thibodeau
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    love the shot with the garden owl,& his little shadow pic,he;s done really well for a small kid..i rather much see camera in a young kids hand then a toy video game or some hand held gadget with toy sounds..he'll make himself a very fine photographer in the future...best of luck little man..you got good parents on hand :)

    M Michael Herbaugh
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The shots are great, sure, sure. More importantly - where do I get that grass man? It's that sod? What kind is it?

    Sally Vogel
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, he's not good, but he is only 3. And the G12 is a good camera...NOT a piece of s**t.

    Martin Sarvaš
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anybody who is just a bit interested in photography must admit that none of those photos is good. It is cute, those photos could be in family album, but the answer to the question asked is No - he is not good. No 19-month-old kid can be a good photographer. And this is not a hate, this is just an unbiased opinion. Have a nice day :)

    Sidonie Alber
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *1 year and 7 month. I dont get why everybody hast to count the age in month after the kid turned allready 1. Its like: "hey, I am 283 Month old."

    John Smith
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Frankly his POV is pretty generic and uninspiring. But the parents here will gush no matter what the little sucker photographs.

    Michelle Mendoza
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like the ones he took of the guy at the laptop, and the dog by a door.... All the others are just typical pictures taken by a kid... I thought these were going to be unique shots from an 18 month old... but you give any toddler a camera and you'll get pretty much the same thing... They do have cameras for kids, if you want to keep him going with photography... my daughter loved hers until we let her use a smart phone we weren't using any more.. Letting a toddler use an expensive camera of course, is entirely up to you... I'm sure you know kids get sticky, leave sticky messes, and drop things...

    Kurt Springer
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome POV. Go straight to a D5. Keep it up. Teach him a few things at a time. He clearly loves it. BTW - pick up your poop...

    Juris Francenko
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I liked the one with his moms leg wide open. That saved this photo sesion.

    Giannis Tselas
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So cool, I miss my little brother now sniff. How did he take pics of himself holding the cam? trollol :D

    Linda Abbott
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He didn't. Dad said he got out his phone and took some photos of him taking photos.

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    Jeannie Carle
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MANY of these should be framed and on the wall! Yeah - the dog poop was great, LOL - of interest to a 19 mo old :-) There are so great shots here! Esp the shadows on the grass

    Nicholas Yu
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cute kid, cute concept...HORRIBLE photos. I say this with an unbiased opinion because I'm not the parent of said "photographer".

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