By Jean Sevens


You've done it. You have decided that you want to go into photography or that you just want to take better photos. What great timing! You probably have lots of questions on how to start, but don't worry, this article can help. Listed below are some tips that will help you get started with your photography aspirations.

Make sure you hold the camera correctly. Holding the camera correctly reduces the chance that an inopportune movement ruins your shot. Hold the camera with your arms close to your body and the palm of your hand under the camera to prevent the camera from falling or shaking.

Use lines in your shots to lead the eye through a composition. Fences, streams, buildings, roads, railroad tracks or trees can all work to draw the eyes toward certain features in the photo, almost like an arrow or path for the eye to follow. Try to incorporate these features wisely for better overall compositions.

When taking pictures with your camera avoid any unnatural cropping. It looks sloppy or strange when pieces of heads, entire heads, hands or feet are cut off. Remember photos should include the subjects main features.

If you would like to explore the forgotten art of film photography, but worry about the costs associated with development, consider setting up your own little dark room in the basement. You can even set up a portable dark room in a washroom. Since most photographers have switched to digital, you can often find inexpensive dark room equipment at thrift stores and on internet sites.

A little bit of biblical wisdom can go a long way in photography, like doing unto others what you would have them do unto you - i.e. smile! You need to be happy when behind the camera if you're shooting other people as a photographer. Your energy needs to be infectious. People need to feel that energy to relate it right back.

Try not use your camera's red-eye reduction. This normally does a pre-flash that shrink's the subject's pupils to reduce the reflection. While this works, it also gives the person a warning and can either cause them to flinch when the actual photo is being taken or they'll pose more for the photo. You're better off using computer image editing software to edit out the red-eye later.

A great photography tip that can help you out is to learn as much as you can about Photoshop. Photoshop is a great resource because it allows you to edit your images. You can even create interesting effects by using one of the many different tools Photoshop has to offer.

Use the natural light that shines through a window to light your photos. This light is soft and diffused after it passes through the window pane and will create a beautiful light on your subject. Place your subject directly in the light of the window and you will be quite pleased with the results.

Keep your subject in focus when you want to take great pictures. If you want your pictures to have the best composure, and reflect your personal style, stay focused. Especially when you are starting out, try to keep your main subject centered and in view. Let the background take care of itself.

Now you should be much more prepared when it comes to photography. If you thought that you were ready before, well you should now be an expert on it! The tips that were given should have provided you some advice that can help you get started with bettering your photography skills.




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