By Ailyn Manalasay


Learning to take a great picture may seem difficult to learn, once you hear all the photography lingo, and see all the complicated looking equipment. But the following steps can help you take a professional looking effortlessly. Understanding the basics about lighting and angles can make all the difference.

You have to be quick! Work on your reflexes so you can take faster pictures! It will take practice, but you need to get quick with your equipment. Don't let a once in a lifetime shot pass you by because you were busy fumbling with cases and caps. Find portable camera storage that will provide easy access.

Photography has its valleys and peaks, so you need to remember that things will not stay the same with this craft. If you're down now, just know that things are going to bounce back. Likewise, if you're on top of the world today, you might be down in the trenches tomorrow. Be ready for constant change

When taking a photograph, take one shot, then move in closer to the desired subject and take a second shot. You want the subject of the photograph to be the majority of the frame. Taking the second shot ensures that you get the better shot from one of the two, whether you were close enough initially or not.

Avoid proprietary films when you are looking for good film to use. Proprietary film is patented, and can only be used in conjunction with the owner patent. Sometimes these film types will be sent to you free of charge. If you do not see a mark for C-41 on the film, avoid using it.

You cannot take the perfect photograph if you do not have your camera, so keep it on you at all times. That amazing photo op can happen at any moment; and chances are, you are not going to have time to go back home and get your camera. Whether the sun is setting perfectly over the river or you catch a furry critter doing something photo-worthy, you need to be prepared to get the shot quickly.

Make sure that before you start getting into taking pictures regularly that you totally understand how your camera works and what it is and is not capable of doing. Photography is all about timing and if you are fiddling with your camera from a lack of understanding how it works, you can miss a lot of photo opportunities.

When taking your camera equipment somewhere, always make sure you do a quick run through. Cameras can sometimes involve a lot of small pieces. Even if they don't, you never want to be without a charger or batteries just in case. Make sure that you have everything you need, especially if you are going on vacation with it.

You may surprise yourself with the quality of some of the pictures you take, and then be equally disappointed by other shots you have taken in the same time frame. Understanding the ideal circumstances to take pictures in can perfect your eye, and make for an excellent shot, almost every time.




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