Articles & Blog posts tagged: Photo techniques
Photographing fast-moving subjects
Modern camera technology and a little pre-planning can combine to give eye-catching results when photographing fast-moving subjects.
Photographing old barns and relics
Old barns and relics are like time capsules that slowly fold into the land soon to disappear. The days are numbered to photograph them before they are gone forever.
Photographing backlit subjects
When looking for picture possibilities, don’t overlook light that may be coming from behind your subject.
Photographing a moving child
With perseverance and practice…and a bit of luck… it is possible to take memorable shots of a child on the move with a compact digital camera.
Macro photography and depth of field
When taking macro shots, details are achieved by focusing accurately and making sure enough of the subject is in focus.
Taking photos in the midday sun
There are good reasons to avoid taking outside photos at midday. Learn what you can do to minimize the problems associated with high angle sunlight.
Using a DSLR manually
Focusing and exposing manually with your camera will sometimes yield better results than solely relying on its auto or semi-automatic systems.
The Sunny 16 Rule
If you’re not familiar with the Sunny 16 Rule and take a lot of photos outside in bright light, you may want to give it a try. You’ll need a camera with manual controls.