Yes, this should be the day for another tip. But if you are like me, you may not be able to remember things from ten minutes ago, let alone 10 weeks. So I figured I would do an overview of my Top 10 Photography tips with links to the previous posts for those of you that can relate.
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Top 10 Photography Tips
- You don’t need an expensive camera to take good photos. Need proof? See this post where I compare pics taken with the same expensive camera (and one of my favorite macro shots taken with an iPhone 4)
- Get Closer. Whether you get closer to your subject by zooming in, using your feet or cropping, getting closer can bring more attention to your subject.
- Change your viewpoint/angle. Instead of pointing your camera directly level and at the front of your subject, try shooting from above or below. Or walk around to see a different view point (ie: side instead of front)
- Pay attention to Depth of Field. What is better, low or high DOF? It depends on how you want to protray your subject. Click the link to learn more.
- Keep an eye on the background. One of my biggest pet peeves is seeing something growing out of my subjects head.
- Rule of thirds. One of the best composition tips ever. Click the link for examples with a grid.
- Be aware of how much of your subject is in the frame (or not). Don’t get be started on pictures of people cut off at the joints.
- Pay attention to Light. Lighting and how you use it on your subject is critical. Whether its natural light, studio light, flash or a reflector it can make a huge difference in your image.
- Leading Lines. Another favorite composition tip. Whether its leading lines in nature or on a city street, leading lines help to bring attention to your subject.
- Look for ways to frame your subject. Try to use natural frames while shooting. Whether its your subject within a window or through tree branches you can almost always find something to create a frame around your subject.
Are you enjoying the One Tip at a Time posts? Are there any questions you have or something you want me to focus on moving forward? Let me know in the comments!
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