Through compelling photography of his own family life, Joel Sartore explains his philosophy about photographing his children, family, and friends and then offers the basic knowledge for how to achieve this level of work yourself. The photographs delight and inspire readers, from the first moments a newborn enters the house to Halloween parades, fireworks on the Fourth of July, and visits with family and friends. The book starts at the beginning - birth - and then goes on to include The Baby Years, The Toddler Years, Special Holidays, Travel, Nighttime, Sports, Special Portaits. Unlike other books in this category, Sartore also emphasizes the importance that spouses, distant family members, friends, and animals bring to the story that is family life. Technical advice covers the basics of photography, how to choose the right equipment for what you need, album ideas, archiving tips, and basic computer skills for the digital photographer.