April: When Spring Landscapes Have Sprung

Snapshooters, amateurs, photo enthusiasts and professionals are encouraged to submit their best images for the April 2011 DPA Assignment dedicated to the Spring! Capture the puffy clouds or the grey skies when it rains. Show us those sun-loving flowers while documenting the versatile colors of your spring garden. This month's assignment is themed: When Spring Landscapes Have Sprung!

With the help of our 50 Digital Photo Academy Instructors around the country, and their free photo tips, you can make sure that your submissions for the April Assignment are your best work. You can start by checking out the three photo tips to spark your creativity:

FOREGROUND TO ADD DEPTH by Joe Robbins

USING BACKLIGHTING FOR LEAVES AND FLOWERS by Chuck Place

WILDFLOWERS by Chuck Place

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