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​​How many of us when invited to a party say, "Let me know if I can bring anything?" Which, without fail, the gracious host or hostess says, "Just yourself."  However, what they should be saying is, "Just yourself...and your camera!"

Whenever I am at a party taking pictures (even just as a guest, and not as paid help), some guest always comments to me, "I should really use my nice camera more."  Well, let me assure you that there is no better place or time to do that than at a party. 

Once you break out the camera, my suggestion would be to take those pictures that the party host would never dare to stop and capture at risk of neglecting the guests.  That is what makes your support all the more special. Any host will delight in receiving an unexpected gift the day-after.

My list of must-haves include:  a solo picture of the guest of honor and one with the family or close friends, pictures of the decor (including the cake) and of course the guests.  Oh, and don't forget one of yourself.

Pictures taken by Michelle Schoulder of Michelle Makes Memories.