Photography is a great pastime that lets you capture memories to last a life time. There are many secrets to becoming a better photographer, but it can be overwhelming to know where to start. This article aims to give photography beginners some pointers for getting started in photography.
- Make sure the camera is in the correct mode, e.g landscape, screen shot or shutter priority.
- Lighting is very important. Don’t shoot people pictures with the sun behind them.
- Understand white balance. This I’m learning more about all the time, it just means that you adjust the balance to get colours in photos as accurate as possible.
- The Rule of Thirds: Imagine a grid of 9 squares over your photo, well place the main elements of your photo on one of the lines or intersections. The eye will naturally be drawn to one of those points on the photo, making it interesting and improving the composition.
- Angles: Find different angles that are intriguing to you, i.e photos of buildings from the bottom up. This gives your photos different perspectives and fascinating elements.
- Photo Selections: Be selective in which photos you want to use.
- Apps/programmes: While I am learning and experimenting, I am using apps to help with the editing process. i.e cropping, colour-correct, and exposure. The quality of the photos are very much improved.
Photography is an incredibly important skill to learn with so many benefits. And not just for bloggers. It improves your creativity, your observation skills, and your knowledge of the wide world around you. And on a professional level, there are so many careers out there for budding photographers. You could work in events, cinema, wildlife conservation, or even as a location scout. The options are endless.
These are my basic learnings for developing photography skills. I would love to hear about your hints and tips for capturing great photos, and where you find the best locations to take pictures.