By Mandy Hannah Sanchez


Although most people think that taking a picture is just as simple as pointing and shooting, there really is an art form to it. Typically, your photos never look quite as good as you imagined they would. However, once you learn the proper techniques, it really is simple to take great pictures.

Take pictures of little things when traveling. It is imperative to chronicle many aspects of your trip so that you can look back and reflect when you come home. Taking photos of things such as street signs, storefronts and other interesting objects will help trigger memories you would have forgotten otherwise.

It might be hard to take photos of food. The food doesn't always stay as fresh and appetizing looking as time passes, while you set up your shot. Consequently, when preparing to professionally photograph food, be sure to have table settings and other items, arranged first. Once the lighting is ready, you can bring in the food and quickly capture the perfect shot.

Digital cameras automatically adjust for low light situations by using flash components. This is good for random, candid shots, but if you want a professional look, invest in a flash that is external and offers more lighting. If your camera will accept an external flash (look for a "hot shoe"), a photo shop can set you up with a model to sync with your camera.

There are no magic bullets when it comes to great photography. All it takes is learning through experience, and paying attention to results. With digital photography, you don't have to develop every shot you take, or keep them. Over time, as you continue to take photographs of everything, you will get better at analyzing them and determining what could make each photo even better.

Try to take your photographs quickly. If you hesitate or wait too long, the moment you want to capture may pass, so you need to be prepared to shoot your photographs completely in the moment. People can tire holding a smile, animals can run, or you could lose that "perfect" candid moment and then the moment will have passed. It is more important to get a decent picture than to waste the opportunity trying for the perfect shot or camera setting.

When you are attempting to take a great photo, make sure you are close enough to the subject. Move closer if it is possible. Terribly far away shots prevent the viewer from seeing clear colors and details. Try to make it easy on your audience to be able to see images clearly and vividly.

Creating the right composition will lead to an amazing photograph. Some people are naturals when it comes to composition, whereas others need to develop the skill. Centering your subject is a tried-and-true method for getting a decent shot, but some of the best shots come from knowing when to spice things up by taking an off-center photo.

Night photography is a whole new, complicated subject of its own. When shooting your photographs in low light situations, you will need to pay particular attention to maximizing whatever existing light is available or acquiring alternate sources of lighting. Make sure you use the flash feature and adjust your camera's shutter speed setting to shoot better photos at night.

You may be disappointed at the photographs that you are taking. Learning how to use a variety of lighting techniques can be help make photographs more interesting. You will be so proud of your new photography skills that you will be comfortable sharing them with the world.




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