Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Improve Your Photography With This Great Advice

By Colin Gauntlet-Hayes


There certainly is a lot to learn when it comes to photography, but with some time and patience the skills will come easily to you. With this list of helpful hints to guide you, hopefully you can improve your methods and photography skills.

When taking a picture, try to take one at a medium distance and then take one closer. You may decide later on that a picture would have looked better had you taken it a little closer. Also, try to make sure your subject is toward the center of the picture.

Don't be afraid to use a "digital darkroom" to touch up your photos. There are tons of image editing programs out there that will allow you to touch up color, reduce some blur, or add a filter to the photo. Some of the best photos were touched up using some kind of software.

Use the macro mode to get clear close-up pictures. Instead of fiddling with the lens every time you want a close-up of a small object, simply use the macro mode. Using the macro mode will allow you to get clear, close-up pictures with a soft focus.

Don't be afraid to move your subject, if it can be moved, if it's not working for you. You don't have to be the only thing moving if something is amiss. You can create all kinds of interesting shots and compositions by moving to an unexpected location or even using a different source altogether.

Do not shoot in full daylight. You are going to get some of your best photos on an overcast day. The bright sunlight can cause overexposure, loss of detail and terrible shadows. Shoot at dusk or at dawn on days that are not cloudy for optimum results in your photos.

A great photography tip that can help you out is to learn as much as you can about your camera. Try to learn all of its functions so that you can easily select them on the fly. You don't want to miss an opportunity by fiddling with your camera.

Digital SLR

If you're upgrading from an older film SLR camera to a digital SLR, check whether your old lenses are compatible with your new equipment. Many digital SLRs use the same lens mount as older film cameras. If you have a considerable amount of older lenses, it may make economic sense to buy a new camera from the same manufacturer as your old film camera.

Now that you have been enlightened by these simple photographic tips, grab your camera and get out there. That "magic moment" is just a click away, and the world won't stop spinning. So let your imagination run free, then capture the results for posterity. Only you can tell the photographic story that unfolds from your own unique point of view.




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