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By Mandy Hannah Sanchez


Do your own photo editing! So many software photo editing programs exist now and are readily available. Look for one that has an unlimited amount of ways to edit photos that you have already taken. Opt for the software program that appears to be the most user-friendly.

Make a custom silhouette. One of the most common ways to generate a silhouette is by using the sunset. However, other methods do exist. Any time that brightness in a backdrop exceeds that of the subject, a silhouette will be created. If you place a flash behind your subject, or if you position your subject in the front of an illuminaated window, you'll have the ability to form the perfect silhouette. However, be aware that the silhouette image may call attention to a less-than-flattering aspect of your subject.

Take a good number of practice shots to experiment when shooting against new backdrops or with new subjects. There are many small differences from one photo shoot to another. When you take lots of practice shots, you prepare yourself for any eventuality. The lighting can alter quite often, so you should not second think taking more practice shots between the actual pictures that you are taking.

Whenever you're taking a picture of a large subject, such as a structure or landscape, you may want to have people in your shot to add scale to your picture. This can help the viewers of the photo to accurately gauge the size of the subject by providing them with a familiar object to which they can compare it.

If you are planning to purchase a new camera before traveling, opt for one that does not require lithium batteries. Lithium batteries have been known to overheat and cause fires; therefore, they are banned from carrying on airports. However, if these batteries are already encased in your camera, they are allowed on board.

You should create depth and perspective when photographing landscapes. Place an object or person in your image's foreground to provide an understanding of the scale of your photo. You can increase the overall sharpness of your picture by using a small aperture set appropriately for the type of camera you are using.

Contrary to popular belief, it is not a good idea to wear white for a photo. Unless you are having your portrait taken my a professional, your white clothing will not photograph well. A camera using its automatic settings will set the exposure to accommodate for the majority of the shades in the frame. White clothes may appear washed out in such photos, or faces may appear too dark.

Remember to use your camera like a tool to to set up your shots. If you use a shorter depth field you can blur the backgrounds, and bring your subject matter into the foreground.

It might seem like a beginner's tip, but even pros forget that sometimes less is more. When dealing with any photo, don't over-think things. Do not crowd a shot with unnecessary visual elements. There is lots of beauty in the simplest of art forms, so make your shots simple!




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