Photography Tips?
Kevin Pratten asked:
I consider myself to be an amateur photographer, mainly as just a hobby. Any tips from professionals or anyone else willing to give me some tips? I need help.
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Tip on what . . .weddings, portrait, photo journalism, modeling, commercial, etc.
Or do you mean on how to operate a camera?
READ & STUDY the Owner’s Manual for your camera. Learn every feature, what it does, and when and how to use it.Or even buy a course like on this blog.
Visit your library and check the photography magazines they have. Pick one – or two – that you really like and subscribe to them. Read every issue cover to cover. Keep them for future reference.
Go to shutterbug.com and Search for reviews on these books: “Hands-On Digital Photography” by George Schaub and “How Digital Photography Works, Second Edition” by Ron White. If one or both seem of interest then buy them.
Always remember that the very first view you have of a scene may not be the best one. Often, simply moving to your right or left will reveal a better view.
Try taking photos from a low vantage point – lie down on the ground if you need to.
Try taking photos from a higher vantage point. Walk to the top of that hill or stand on that bench.
Always pay attention to what is in the viewfinder besides your subject. Its bad form to photograph someone and find a tree “growing” out of their head or a powerline running through it or a beer can at their feet. Sure, you can eliminate those mistakes with an editing program but wouldn’t you rather be out with your camera? The closer you come to “getting it right” in the camera the better.
Don’t be afraid to experiment with your camera-happy pics
The best tip I can give you is to not ask such generalized questions. Hone in on what you are trying to learn and be specific. Provide examples of what you have done and what you would like to do. Then you will get advice that will lead you in the right direction.Just have a go yourself-trial and error.cya
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ok tips… the best tip i can seriously give you is… read and practice..there’s no magic button on photography.. and its not the equipment. i suggest you sign up at some of the photography forums out here on the net.. betterphoto.com,or some of the groups on flickr,photobucket.com this way you can ask, get critiques and post all the photos you want or need to!
good luck!