1/18/2012

Learn How To Make The Most Out Of Photography

By Kidder Seven


Photography is so much more than simply attempting to take clear shots of a subject in good lighting. It is definitely a form of art. There are many different techniques that can be used in photography. To be a successful photographer, one must possess exceptional attention to detail and a feel for artistic beauty. Follow these great photo tips.

When it comes to taking photos outdoors, lighting is literally the element of most importance. A photograph that might have been very nice could be ruined by poor lighting. It is good practice to keep the light behind you when taking a picture. Putting subjects in the shade is also a good idea. You can get some great lighting that can lead to some beautiful pictures.

A common misconception is that white makes a great color for clothes that will be worn in photographs. Most cameras automatically focus their subject and read different shades of colors present in the photograph. With white clothing, the camera has a hard time adjusting to keep the whites looking good, while preserving detail on peoples' faces, and photos can turn out looking under or overexposed.

Proper shooting stance is very important in photography. You want to hold your arms tight to the body, while having a firm grip on the camera using both hands. This minimizes shaking, resulting on clearer pictures. Additionally, by cradling your hands around and under the camera, it will prevent accidental dropping of the device.

Try to avoid including an overcast sky in your shots. If your photos contain too much gray sky they will appear washed-out and muted. If you cannot exclude the overcast sky from your shots, you may want to consider taking black and white photos. A bright, blue sky can create a lovely backdrop as long as you are careful not to overexpose the shot.

Do you need to take shots of some subjects that have been rained upon? Mimic the look of rain drops even when it's sunny by spritzing your subject with a spray bottle full of water.

Think outside the box (or face) when photographing people. The human body contains a lot of breathtaking parts that make great subjects for photographs.

Don't dawdle when taking photographs. If you wait, the subject may move or something may move in to block your view. So therefore, the faster you are when you are taking your photos, the better off you will be.

From the information above, you can see that mastering the skill of photography can be accomplished by learning more and you truly can have a successful career. Although the end point is just the push of a button, a lot of hard work must go into making sure that push leads to a great picture. Good photographs capture the beauty and art around you and immortalize them on paper.




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