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You just got your new digital SLR and would now like to take it to little Jimmy’s soccer game. Here are some tips to remember that will help improve the quality of your photos:

•    First things first. Know the sport that you are going to be shooting. It helps to know how points are scored and where they are scored for example. Knowing this will help you know where the action will be taking place.

•    Keep your camera in continuous mode. Shoot following the subject. This will keep the subject focused while the background will be slightly blurred, adding a sense of motion.

•    Don’t just shoot the obvious action. Some of the best shots are of players’ faces as they react to goals or impressive defensive stands. Watch the sidelines after a goal is scored for some emotion.

•    Take as many pictures as you can. Get a large memory card and take as many photos as
it will hold. Usually only one of every 20 or so pictures will turn out and be a keeper.

•    Practice, practice, practice. Become familiar with your camera and its settings. Know its limits and abilities before you need to use them.

These are just some tips that will help you improve you photography skills. Keep at it and in no time you will become a pro.

In the meantime, check out the selection of digital SLRs at hhgregg.