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Photography is the art of capturing light with a camera, usually via a digital sensor. With the right camera equipment, you can photograph wavelengths of light invisible to the human eye.
Photography is used to communicate a message or tell a story to the viewer. We may be shooting pictures every day, but how many of us know the different styles of photography?
- Aerial photography – We love to shoot the landscape or city scene below which gives us an advantage of taking a picture from above. Images that are captured from above is known as aerial photography.
- Architectural photography – Capturing an interesting form, shape or color of the structure can be visually appealing. The two challenging aspects for photographers while shooting buildings are: lighting and image distortion. Only with the correct equipment coupled with right angles you can avoid the snag.
- Candid photography – Moments captured spontaneously as they happen is known as candid photography. The subjects are usually not aware of the photographer, so they appear very relaxed. Wedding photography is a perfect example of this style of photography.
- Wildlife photography – This is a very challenging type of photography, as it might be difficult to capture animals in their proper habitat. This style requires proper technical skills and it needs to be planned accordingly.
- Landscape photography – We all love to capture a beautiful landscape when we see one. However, we need to wait for the right light to capture that perfect moment.
Tips on how to take a good photos
- Start with a clear view. It may sound obvious but it is key to make sure your camera lens is clean. Use a lens cloth that is only going to be used on the lens. Firstly, breathe on the lens and then clean it with a circular motion.
- Read your camera’s manual. The sooner you can operate in full manual mode the better. It is the only way to start pushing your photographic skills.
- Positioning. It is vital to get your subject in the right spot. If you are shooting a portrait or a group of people, position them where you want them.
- Lighting is really important and helps set mood and atmosphere. Setting your internal flash to the correct level for your lighting environment makes a big difference. Learning how to do this will definitely help. If you have a DSLR, get an external flash and experiment using it off the camera.
- Try to use your zoom lens like a prime lens. Rather than zoom the camera in and out, keep it fixed and physically move yourself around. Get close to your subjects and down on their level. Don’t always shoot from standing up, just because it is the most convenient.
- Food photography. This type of photography is used by restaurants, websites or bloggers to entice customers to try and sell their products. One of the most crucial factor in food photography is to use natural light. Always remember to turn off the flash. When you use flash, many unwanted elements get captured.
After reading this article, am sure you have learned a few things on how to be a good photographer. If you are looking for a good photographer, look no further. At Conquest Capital, we have a professional team that are ready to work with you. Talk to us on 0722 961707 or visit our website for more details.
