Monday, December 26, 2011

Easy Ways To Become A Better Photographer

By Joya Loughney Jerido


Congratulations; this is the very first step to become a great photographer! However, there is so much information that you may not have a clue where or how to start. Here are a few effective, creative tips that will improve your shots as soon as today.

Try to avoid cameras that use removable lithium batteries, especially for travel purposes. Lithium batteries have been known to overheat and cause fires; therefore, they are banned from carrying on airports. However, you can take these batteries on board if they are already in your camera.

A filter is nothing more than a physical extension of the lenses you use. They will attach right onto your lens and can be used for many different things. UV filters are generally the most used type of filter. The rays from sunlight can damage your lens if it does not have a filter on it. It could also protect your lens if you ever drop it.

You should learn how to utilize the camera feature called focus-lock. Cameras automatically focus on the central figure, so if you are trying to photograph something in the background, you need to manually refocus your camera. First, focus on your chosen subject, which with most cameras means pressing the shutter button down halfway. Keep your finger there and reframe your photo by moving your camera to the desired position. When you are going to take the shot, press the shutter all the way down.

There are times when the lighting cannot give you the right look for an outdoor picture. Sometimes, you just can't wait for perfect lighting. What should you do in this situation? Photo editing software, like Photoshop, can help you to adjust and perfect the light in your photos.

It's important to know how much range your flash will give you when you use it in low light conditions. If you're unaware of the range, your photos can turn out dark. Before you start to take nighttime photos, be sure that you fully understand how your flash operates.

Experimenting with the focus can produce some interesting images. By lowering the f-stop number, you can heighten the focus on your subject while simultaneously blurring the background. This type of photography is great for portraits, because the subject is usually near the camera and is meant to be the main focus. In contrast, increasing your f-stop setting will also increase the field depth and bring all elements of the photograph into focus in a more even manner. This will work well for photographs of landscapes.

After reading the tips above, you should feel confident that you can start creating concepts for your photographs. Have you determined where to begin? Are you aware of what works and what does not work for you? If you can answer these questions, you are well on your way to becoming a better photographer.




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