Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Great Photography Advice That Everyone Should Know

By Jake Lei


There are many ways to improve your skills as a photographer. Rather than taking a course, you can brush up on your own with some basic facts about how to view your subject. Understanding how to optimize the light and the angle can dramatically improve a photo. The following are some tips to follow to take a great picture.

When taking a photograph, take one shot, then move in closer to the desired subject and take a second shot. You want the subject of the photograph to be the majority of the frame. Taking the second shot ensures that you get the better shot from one of the two, whether you were close enough initially or not.

When composing your picture, pay attention to the weather. If it is overcast outside, try to keep the sky out of your picture as much as possible. Black and white pictures are also a good choice if you want to shoot outside on an overcast day. If the weather is nice and sunny, you will get a lot of great pictures, just make sure your subject isn't squinting at the sun.

A great photography tip is to bring your camera with you wherever you go. You never know when an awesome opportunity might present itself. If you don't have your camera during these moments you'll definitely regret it later. Always try to bring your camera wherever you go.

When you're taking photos, don't let someone else's shot weight too heavily on your mind. For instance: You may be thinking that snapping a shot of a building at a certain angle that is something that so-and-so is famous for and thus you need to do it differently. Do not allow these types of thoughts. Just shoot the shot and see what happens.

Do not leave out the backside of your subjects. You could be missing out on many great shots if you are avoiding capturing these moments. Capture the moment that a mother and daughter are walking away from you holding hands. It is a priceless moment that they will both cherish.

Are you more informed when it comes to photography? Do you have a concept or do you have a better concept now? Have your skills improved? Can you now use things that work with you? With any luck, the tips above should have created better answers and helped you to increase your photography skills.




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