You have all heard of white on white and it certainly has its place. But black on black has its moods, too. A low key photograph evokes mystery, night and secrets. Silhouette and shape prevail over color and light. In order to separate the subject from the background, an edge light is in order. Objects […]
Alternatively it is refered to as no rules photography. The plethera of equipment (tripods, lenses, filters, lights etc etc) associated with “serious” photography is left at home, or better still in the camera store.
Bigger isn’t always better: having more pixels doesn’t always translate into better images, as the size and quality of the pixels are also important.
One of the most interesting features of wide-angle lens is the capability to stretch perspective. What do I mean by that? I mean that when you look through a wide-angle lens, it seems that the distance between objects has extended.
Gorgeous landscapes, early morning fog lifting off the frozen lake, the glistening icicles on the tree branches. Photography opportunities meet you at every corner.
A prime lens is a lens for a Single Lens Reflex (SLR) camera with a fixed focal length. This is a good start, but let’s simplify further.
Shooting great digital photographs is getting easier all of the time with the great improvement being made in the area of photographic technology. However, the most important aspect of creating great photographs is still the photographer.
The size of the aperture at the time of taking the photograph determines how much light is let into the camera. This in turn, along with the shutter will determine how well-lit your photograph is.
The term depth of field refers to how much of your picture is in sharp focus. For example, in portrait shots you will notice that the background is often blurred and soft looking, while the subject is clear and sharp. Pictures like this have a shallow depth of field.
Good pictures of interiors are a must if you want to make a good impression, but it is notoriously difficult to get good results with a consumer camera. In my work photographing villas for holiday rentals I have worked out some short cuts to getting good results with minimal and cheap equipment and at great speed.
