Bendy tripod

Tripods are very useful for photographers in low light photography situations and for shooting with long range zoom lenses, but there may be times when the traditional three-legged tripod just isn’t right for the job. Enter the Gorillapod, a small flexible-legged tripod that can be attached to many different mounting points. Sure, it may look a little goofy, but it can be very handy for getting all kinds of creative angles. The Gorillapod comes in several different colors and several different sizes, so no matter how big or small a camera is, there is a Gorillapod to hold it. If your gift recipient has an SLR with a zoom lens, pick up a Gorillapod SLR-Zoom for them.

LensPen lens cleaning system

For anyone who owns a camera, keeping dust at bay is a never ending battle. That’s why having some kind of cleaning kit is important, but carrying a full kit and using it out in the field can be impractical sometimes. That’s why a Lenspen makes a great gift for someone who needs a practical, convenient cleaning solution. It would especially be great as a Christmas stocking stuffer.

Gifts for Photographers Squidoo lens

Just wanted to post a quick note that I have put up a Squidoo lens with gift ideas for photographers. Feel free to take a peek at my Gifts for Photographers lens, and go ahead and sign the guestbook.

Wacom graphics tablet

Most photographers have some sort of digital photo editing software, and so if they are going to be using that software a lot, a graphics tablet will make it a lot easier to edit photos. With a graphics tablet it is easier to add creative touches to photographs, and many tablets are programmable for easy navigation in a computer. Try the Bamboo Fun graphics tablet
as a gift for someone you know. It is compatible with Mac and Windows and is made by Wacom, a well-respected manufacturer of graphics tablets.

Museum or Gallery Visit

If you know someone who loves fine art photography, consider taking them to a photography museum or a gallery as a gift; or you can buy a membership to a museum as a gift as well. Many photographers who are serious about learning the craft of photography find inspiration in the great artists from the past, as well as emerging contemporary artists. Treating someone to a museum or gallery visit would make a unique gift idea.

Here are some links to help you find a museum or gallery near you.

Yahoo directory - museums and galleries
Google directory - photo museums
Yelp