4/29/2012

Need Photography Tips? We've Got Them

By Allison Maggie Sanchez


Always make sure you have a fully charged battery before any special event or when you are planning on using the camera. Digital cameras can suck up a lot of battery power, the LCD screen has a lot to do with this, make sure you have your batteries fully charged. Another great idea would be carry an extra set of batteries for the camera so you don't miss your shot.

When preparing to shoot, you should hold your camera close to your trunk and grip it firmly on the sides and bottom. This will help to steady your hands and prevent blurry shots. Having your hands and arms placed like this also reduces the chances that you will get bumped or drop the camera.

Avoid purchasing a camera that relies on lithium batteries, particularly if you plan to take it on a trip involving air travel. Many airports have expressed concerns about fire hazards from batteries that are packed in checked baggage. Many have even enacted total bans. However, the exception states that you may bring this type of battery on the plane as long as they are in your camera.

Look for the perfect balance of aperture, ISO and shutter speed. These are the three features that drive the exposure of the photographs you take. Avoid overexposed photos unless you purposely want them that way. Play around with the features to judge how they work together. Use the combination you like the best depending on the environment.

When shooting pictures in nature, do so with care. Take a moment to appreciate the scene, as well as to make sure that you are leaving no traces. You should be careful not to disturb the natural settings that you photograph in order to leave them for others to find.

If you are still new to photography and if you have chosen an SLR camera, it is important that you learn the basics. ISO, composition, lighting, exposure, aperture, and shutter speed will all be important terms to understand to get the most out of your photos.

Photography is an art form an should be approached that way. It should convey the message the photographer is trying to communicate. With picture taking, you want to pay attention to composition, which is very important. All good photographers must understand and shoot proper composition. People look at these photos to see what the photographer meant to do with the shots.




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