- 06 Apr 2005, 17:54
#2102
Some tips for taking good photographs
1. Make sure that you hold your camera firmly
One sure-fire way to ruin a photograph is through camera-shake, which creates blurred and indistinct images. If you're shooting in low light, or at night, make sure that you're resting on something to steady the camera.
2. Composition of the frame is crucial
When shooting portraits, always fill the frame with the subject - you want them to be the focus of attention. Always make sure that you double-check the background too - an unwanted lamppost sprouting from your subject's head might spoil your picture.
3. Shooting landscapes
These will look at their most dramatic at two times of day - sunrise and sunset. If you are shooting a sunrise, make sure you're at your location well in advance of dawn. Similarly, for sunset, arrive early and don't leave until the last of the light disappears from view.
4. Where's the sun?
You don't need to worry too much about always having the sun behind your shoulder. Try being a bit adventurous and shoot into the light - you'll be surprised at how striking the results can be.
5. Have fun!
You don't need perfect light or a flash to take a great shot. Try shooting in whatever light is available - use a fast film [ISO 400, 800, or even 1600] and be spontaneous. Your pictures will start to look more professional, and you will gain in confidence.
Good luck!
Minhaal
source: BBC's SCIENCE & NATURE
1. Make sure that you hold your camera firmlyOne sure-fire way to ruin a photograph is through camera-shake, which creates blurred and indistinct images. If you're shooting in low light, or at night, make sure that you're resting on something to steady the camera.
2. Composition of the frame is crucialWhen shooting portraits, always fill the frame with the subject - you want them to be the focus of attention. Always make sure that you double-check the background too - an unwanted lamppost sprouting from your subject's head might spoil your picture.
3. Shooting landscapesThese will look at their most dramatic at two times of day - sunrise and sunset. If you are shooting a sunrise, make sure you're at your location well in advance of dawn. Similarly, for sunset, arrive early and don't leave until the last of the light disappears from view.
4. Where's the sun?You don't need to worry too much about always having the sun behind your shoulder. Try being a bit adventurous and shoot into the light - you'll be surprised at how striking the results can be.
5. Have fun!You don't need perfect light or a flash to take a great shot. Try shooting in whatever light is available - use a fast film [ISO 400, 800, or even 1600] and be spontaneous. Your pictures will start to look more professional, and you will gain in confidence.
Good luck!
Minhaal
source: BBC's SCIENCE & NATURE
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