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Improve my Photography skills by: SimplyNikki

I`ve always loved pictures. But recently I`ve realized I can learn to actually take "better" pictures if I study how. I`ve become obsessed with this fact & now I just want to learn more & snap, snap. snap. Life`s Beautiful!

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Step 1: I need a new camera. Plain & simple. I have about 4 cameras. One Polaroid:) One old point & shoot film camera, one digital point & shoot & a SLR that totally sucks. The lens isn't interchangeable. It has some nice settings but it could be 10x better. I've started a little savings for a Canon I have in mind;) 3
Step 2: Exposure. This is perhaps the easiest part since most cameras have auto exposure programs or a light meter which tells you when an image is exposed correctly. There may be many different levels of exposure in one single image and it is up to you to decide what to expose for. Faces? Silhouettes? Learn how to adjust your exposure the way you want it.<<<
Ok, kept this in my plan for sure. Exposure is way important. I've been doing alot of reading about proper exposure. So many potential "good" photos are turned bad because of bad exposure. So continue to practice the habit of getting the best exposure possible in whatever situation it may be. 3
Step 3: Composition. This is where the photographer has the most amount of creative control. A photo should be composed in a way that engages the reader at first glance.

There are a few rules that can be applied and a good starting point is the "rule of thirds". This rule is pretty simple, and as the name suggest, an image is broken down to three equal parts where the subject is placed inside one of the thirds. Or as they put it on Wikipedia "The rule states that an image should be imagined as divided into nine equal parts by two equally-spaced horizontal lines and two equally-spaced vertical lines, and that important compositional elements should be placed along these lines or their intersections. Proponents of the technique claim that aligning a subject with these points creates more tension, energy and interest in the composition than simply centering the subject would." A common "mistake" is to place the subject dead center. This makes a very boring image with too much space above and to the sides of the subject. To apply the rule of third you can start by moving the subject to the side of the frame. Now you have the subject to the side and the rest of the frame is what is sometimes called "lead room" This is very important since it helps the eye to travel end explore the rest of the photograph.

NOTE: This is actually something I have not read before but is very appealing. I look forward to keeping this in mind. 3
Step 4: Subject. Exposure and composition don't mean a thing unless there is something interesting in the frame. Michelle McNally, the managing editor for photography at the New York Times, said in an interview that the the most important work a young photographer must do is existential. You have to figure out what kind of photos you want to take.

This is perhaps the hardest part and there are no rules, tricks or tips. Some of the best photographers in various fields have gotten there only because of what they love and are passionate about. The best boxing photographers are boxing fanatics and can anticipate every move of the fighter. The same goes for any field of photography. Without a genuine interest in the subject the images become lifeless.

Taking photos is a way of exploring the world around us but every time you push the shutter you are also making a conscious decision. Every photo is a response to a feeling. With the camera we are not only exploring the world around us but also our selves.5
Step 5: Light. Before sunset and right after sunrise is the most beautiful time of day. It`s that simple. The sun is low, reflected off of buildings. The light soft and with a beautiful color. This is no doubt the best time of day to take pictures outside.

You do not always need a camera to practice to be a better photographer. Wherever you are you can study the light and learn to appreciate how different light can set the mood. Study the shadows on the wall. Be aware of the sun rays reflecting on a building. See the light.3
Step 6: Shoot, shoot and shoot. With a digital camera it does not cost a penny to push the shutter button. Shoot, shoot and then shoot some more. Don't be afraid to shoot the same scene over and over again. Shoot the same scene over and over. Try different angles, different time of the day, different seasons, etc...2

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Step 1: I need a new camera. Plain & simple. I have about 4 cameras. One Polaroid:) One old point & shoot film camera, one digital point & shoot & a SLR that totally sucks. The lens isn't interchangeable. It has some nice settings but it could be 10x better. I've started a little savings for a Canon I have in mind;) 01-01-20113
Step 2: Exposure. This is perhaps the easiest part since most cameras have auto exposure programs or a light meter which tells you when an image is exposed correctly. There may be many different levels of exposure in one single image and it is up to you to decide what to expose for. Faces? Silhouettes? Learn how to adjust your exposure the way you want it.<<<
Ok, kept this in my plan for sure. Exposure is way important. I've been doing alot of reading about proper exposure. So many potential "good" photos are turned bad because of bad exposure. So continue to practice the habit of getting the best exposure possible in whatever situation it may be. 3
Step 3: Composition. This is where the photographer has the most amount of creative control. A photo should be composed in a way that engages the reader at first glance.

There are a few rules that can be applied and a good starting point is the "rule of thirds". This rule is pretty simple, and as the name suggest, an image is broken down to three equal parts where the subject is placed inside one of the thirds. Or as they put it on Wikipedia "The rule states that an image should be imagined as divided into nine equal parts by two equally-spaced horizontal lines and two equally-spaced vertical lines, and that important compositional elements should be placed along these lines or their intersections. Proponents of the technique claim that aligning a subject with these points creates more tension, energy and interest in the composition than simply centering the subject would." A common "mistake" is to place the subject dead center. This makes a very boring image with too much space above and to the sides of the subject. To apply the rule of third you can start by moving the subject to the side of the frame. Now you have the subject to the side and the rest of the frame is what is sometimes called "lead room" This is very important since it helps the eye to travel end explore the rest of the photograph.

NOTE: This is actually something I have not read before but is very appealing. I look forward to keeping this in mind. 3
Step 4: Subject. Exposure and composition don't mean a thing unless there is something interesting in the frame. Michelle McNally, the managing editor for photography at the New York Times, said in an interview that the the most important work a young photographer must do is existential. You have to figure out what kind of photos you want to take.

This is perhaps the hardest part and there are no rules, tricks or tips. Some of the best photographers in various fields have gotten there only because of what they love and are passionate about. The best boxing photographers are boxing fanatics and can anticipate every move of the fighter. The same goes for any field of photography. Without a genuine interest in the subject the images become lifeless.

Taking photos is a way of exploring the world around us but every time you push the shutter you are also making a conscious decision. Every photo is a response to a feeling. With the camera we are not only exploring the world around us but also our selves.5
Step 5: Light. Before sunset and right after sunrise is the most beautiful time of day. It`s that simple. The sun is low, reflected off of buildings. The light soft and with a beautiful color. This is no doubt the best time of day to take pictures outside.

You do not always need a camera to practice to be a better photographer. Wherever you are you can study the light and learn to appreciate how different light can set the mood. Study the shadows on the wall. Be aware of the sun rays reflecting on a building. See the light.3
Step 6: Shoot, shoot and shoot. With a digital camera it does not cost a penny to push the shutter button. Shoot, shoot and then shoot some more. Don't be afraid to shoot the same scene over and over again. Shoot the same scene over and over. Try different angles, different time of the day, different seasons, etc...2