photography basics

We can all use some help in creating our personal vision for the world and ourselves. Here are some photography tips to help you create your own cool theme.

Start with what inspires you.

The most inspiring images will come from those things that move you emotionally, not just physically. What excites you? What makes you laugh? What fills you with awe?

Be playful with your photographs.

Use creative freedom to experiment with different effects. For example, you could take a single photo and play around with exposure, saturation and contrast. Then you could do the same again using two photos and see how the result changes.

Keep things simple.

Focus on one central idea. Don’t get distracted with trying to capture every detail. A few sharp images will show off the overall concept much more effectively.

Let the viewer’s eye lead the way.

Don’t try and control what the … Read the rest

Soft Focus Photography

As a photographer you must capture the exact moment, and that’s not always easy. If your subject is moving around, or not paying you much attention, you’re going to miss the shot. In order to get the best results you must be able to freeze time and the best way to achieve this is to use a shutter speed of 1/1000 second.

When you’re taking a portrait photograph you must make sure that your subject is looking straight at the camera lens. This is one of the reasons why your photographer might ask you to tilt your head slightly. If your subject is facing the same direction as you and is relaxed, then you will not need to tilt your head. It is a good idea to hold a hand close to your cheek or chin as it will stop your mouth from opening too wide, which … Read the rest

There are many ways to get your photographs noticed. However, unless you are working on a commission, or taking photos just for fun, there is no need to pay for advertising – the real money is made from selling the rights of your work to publishers, TV companies and magazines. In this section we look at popular ways to sell your work and how to get started.

Ways to Get More Exposure for Your Photography

If you’re a keen photographer, then one of the best ways to get your work noticed is to exhibit it. You can create a mini exhibition, give a talk or workshop, or simply display your images at a local event such as a festival or fair. Whatever method you use, the most important thing is to give yourself plenty of time to think about how you are going to present your work. This will help … Read the rest