Friday, May 18, 2012

Take Pictures You Are Proud To Show Off

By Raquel Amanda Sanchez


Photography can be very intimidating to someone that has never done it before. You can get overloaded with information due to the sheer number of resources and information available. However, if you follow the techniques listed in this article, you will be taking stunning photographs in no time.

If you are going on a trip, do not wait to reach your destination to start taking pictures. Even though your destination is probably your primary photo-taking opportunity, consider the journey as a source of promising photographic subjects, too. Document the journey; you may be able to find some interesting things at an airport.

Look for the perfect subject for your shot. A good subject is the most important thing when it comes to photography, no matter what kind of camera you have. Think about it for a bit then carefully choose objects that naturally inspire you. You can also look for someone to model and pose for you.

Frame every photograph you take. When composing your photos, look around for unique natural or man-made elements that can act as frames for your subject. If you observe all the angles and lines in your shot, you can frame them in the camera to take advantage of them and create a "natural frame." This approach is an easy way to improve your composition.

Keep in mind that photos are not limited to smiles when it comes to emotions. You will be able to take more realistic pictures if you let your subjects express themselves and look for more complex emotions. Sadness and grief are depicted in photography often because the emotions are genuine. Your photos don't need to reflect momentous events. Even an average moment on an average day can make a striking image if the subject's emotions and expressions are authentic.

Even the most unremarkable subject matter can create a striking photograph, but only if you play with the settings and features of your camera. You can also add visual interest by shooting from different angles or adjusting the lighting levels. Play with these settings prior to shooting so that you understand how they can affect your shot.

Make sure that the white balance on you camera is set manually. There are automatic settings on most cameras that will set the white balance for you, but you should take control of this and set it manually for better results. Adjusting the white balance of a camera can take the yellow tint out of subjects lit by incandescent bulbs or even alter the whole mood of the shot.

Learn to use the image sensor optics (ISO) settings of your camera or it could work against you. You need to keep in mind that if you increase the ISO it increases how much light is let into the camera; this then affects the print and grain on your picture. Unless you particularly want the shot to have the grain, this lack of understanding could ruin your shot.

Stand close to the things you are taking a picture of. By doing this, the item will cover the whole screen. This technique is especially effective for photographic stationary objects, like flowers. You can use the zoom on the camera if you are not able to get close enough.

Keep your technique simple to get the best pictures. Photographs can capture something wonderful, even without knowing how a single setting works.

Previously, you might not have been happy with how your pictures turned out. By applying the guidelines from this article, you can avoid future disappointments. Experiment with different angles to produce an artistic photograph taken from a unique perspective.




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