It's possible with the sensitivity of new digital cameras to take indoor or night pictures using natural light. Natural light is much less harsh than flash. The picture above was taken in a restaurant during a family party. In order to make sure your image will be in focus, set the ISO (film sensitivity) to a high number like ISO 2000. It is also best to have a lens with a wide aperture. I've found that an aperture setting of 2.8 is a must if your subject is moving. Once you capture the image, be sure to check the digital display. If your camera allows you to zoom in, you can choose an area, like the eye or hair to see if you can see detail. One issue to using an ISO above say ISO 2000 or ISO 3200 is that the higher the number, the more "grainy" the image will appear when it is enlarged. A little practice will help you find the perfect setting. Natural light will add character and a softness to your subject.
One last tip, be sure to double check your White Balance. If you are shooting under fluorescent lights, you can get a greenish cast to your images. If you have a nicer digital camera, you should be able to set the white balance or use the "Scene" choice option to ensure the right color balance.
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