That’s fantastic! You might be overwhelmed by the scope of the topic, and wonder where to begin. The next few paragraphs will see to it that you have a foundation on which to build your photography skills.
Overcast skies should not be included in the composition of a picture. An expanse of gray sky in your images will give them a dull, pallid appearance. Although, if you are taking photos with black and white, you can shoot your photos with an overcast sky. If the sky outside is a beautiful blue, include it in your photos but watch the light.
Be simple with your camera settings. Take it one step at a time by mastering one function, such as shutter speed or sport setting, before moving on to the next. Doing this focuses your attention on the image itself, rather than playing with dials while you lose your subject.
Professional Photographers
Digital single lens reflex cameras are the camera of choice for most professional photographers. Consider adding a digital SLR to your collection of cameras if you want to have optimum images. A digital SLR camera is what most professional photographers use, so if you want to take perfect photos like a professional, you will need to purchase one of these as well.
If you are thinking about becoming a photographer for real, you will need the dSLR. These professional quality cameras allow you to view your photograph as you take the shot. A full-frame DSLR gives the most comprehensive photos, and the largest image sensor.
Try to experiment with colors, angles and the different features of your camera. Even if the subject of your photograph has been shot a million times before, you can change many different factors to make your shot stand out. A skilled photographer can take even the most overshot subject and create an image which is creative and jaw-dropping. Practice and experiment until you find your own personal style!
Take shots from a wide variety of angles to catch different perspectives. Shoot from several different heights and vantage points to open up possibilities you may not have otherwise envisioned.
Find the right subject to photograph. You could have wonderful equipment, excellent skill in composition and the technical end of photography, but without a good subject, you won’t have a good picture. Chose inanimate objects that inspire you, or search for a willing participant that can act as your muse.
Set your focus first on the camera and then offset the subject so it is not in the center of the shot. When a subject is in the center, it is very mundane and not fun to look at. Taking an off-centered shot will make your subject more interesting to view.
Fluorescent Lighting
If taking photos with fluorescent lighting as the only available light source, adjust the cameras white balance to the proper settings. Photographs shot under fluorescent lighting typically look greenish or bluish, giving your photo a much cooler color effect than you intended.
In life we are taught that even and centered is the way things should be. Most people are attracted to symmetry, even in pictures. That said, sometimes going against the grain with an off-center photo is an easy way to add interest. Be careful with auto-focus that locks into any object in the lens center. You can use the manual focus to center the picture the way you want it, then take the photo.
You should now have some ideas about new steps you will take to improve your picture taking skills. Come back anytime to review the article and brush up on new skills. Keep working on perfecting your photography, your work will pay off!
