Kamis, 29 Desember 2011

How To Take Professional Quality Photos Without Extensive Training

By Temple Santarelli


Photography is an enjoyable art to pursue, and it is a wonderful way to relax. People who love taking pictures and make time for it, often find that every day things make great photographs. As the saying goes, pictures are worth thousands of words.

If you want to get some good shots, buy a tripod. The tripod's primary reason for existing is, of course, to keep your camera steady. You'll use a tripod often, especially for taking shots that involve the use of long, heavy lenses and shots that require a longer shutter speed, such as low-light conditions. Using a tripod will also enable easier and better composed self-portraits and timed shots.

Get in close to get the most impressive shot. Getting as close to your subject as possible gives you more opportunities to highlight the main subject of the photo, and stops the background from ruining your shot. If you are taking a portrait, getting closer allows you to notice facial expressions and other details. If you stay too far, you could miss important details.

It's important to keep the object of your shot in focus for the best pictures. If you need your photos to have good composure, keep your camera in focus at all times. When you are beginning, keep in mind what you want to take a photo of and make sure it is at the center of the picture. Allow the background to remain as it is.Pose your subject properly, even if it takes some time. Candid pictures have their advantages, but very few turn out as interesting as posed pictures. You're more likely to capture the exact moment you want,if you ask people to pose for photographs.

Composition is an important skill you have to learn about and master when delving into photography. Like any other art form, if the composition in your photo is not right, the work will suffer. After you have done your research into composition, practice putting it to use and after some time you will see that your images have improved greatly.

Consider becoming a member of a photography club. You could also meet up with another photographer and take photos with them. Other people who share your interests can provide you with great information, but try not to let them influence the way you take your pictures. Compare your pictures to the ones your friends took to see how one subject can be seen differently.

Yes, photography, even as a hobby, takes practice and consistent learning to get quality photos. Applying a few of the aforementioned tips will yield immediate results, while others require practicing over time before improvement is gained. Always make sure to find pleasure in what you are doing, because you are supposed to enjoy your pastimes. Keeping the aforementioned tips in mind, you are well on your way to being successful.




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