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Some of the most beautiful photographs are those taken outside. Nature and wildlife lend themselves to endless photo opportunities. Following these tips, you will find yourself taking photographs that truly reflect the wondrous beauty around you.
Photographing wildlife is difficult. You need to get close enough to your subject to capture details, yet be far enough away to prevent danger or scaring your subject. This can best be accomplished by using a telephoto or zoom lens of at least 300 mm. A 400 speed film will allow you to use the quicker shutter speed you will need. It is best to use a shutter speed of no less than 1/125 second for mammals and 1/500 second for birds. These speeds will freeze the subjects in action yet prevent blurring of your image.
Try to focus on your subject¡¯s eyes. This will ensure you get his whole face into the frame. Studying the environment and habits of your subject will increase your chances of being at the right place to capture the best images.
Using flash in wildlife photography is not usually an option because of the distance involved between you and your subject. Try to research ahead of time to look for the best positions to shoot from. Make notes on the sun¡¯s position at various times of the day. In most instances, you will want to shoot with the sun behind you. Shooting into the sun, however, produces a wonderful silhouette that can be quite interesting. Early morning and late afternoon light is the best for shooting in. Try to aim for these times, if possible.
Nature or scenic shots can be either flat and boring or spectacular. Use these minor techniques to place your photos in the second category. A 400 speed film is the one of choice and an aperture of f/22 or f/32 will give you the greatest depth of field. You may also want to try adding a warm-toned polarizer to your lens when taking scenic pictures. This will deepen the blue sky and add a warm tone to your photograph.
Before taking your first shot, look around and ask yourself what it is that makes this place stand out for you. By identifying this element, you can make that the focal point of your composition. If your eyes are drawn by this, then others¡¯ eyes will be too.
Are there any lines that you can use to draw attention to your focal point? Trees, stone formations, a path of sunlight--all can draw a person¡¯s eyes toward your subject. Professionals suggest keeping the horizon line, if one is visible in your shot, in a horizontal position. Any other angle will appear unnatural and draw the viewer to that instead of your focal point. Interesting cloud formations can turn a bland picture into a spectacular one. Compose your shot in such a way that the sky and ground flow gently into one another. Harsh contrasts will distract from your subject.
Remember the ¡°rule of thirds¡± and use it often. This rule has you form an imaginary tic tac toe board in your view finder. When you do this, position your focal point on a spot where two of these lines intersect. It has been found that people¡¯s eyes will naturally be drawn to objects in that position.
Nature is full of color; use it to your advantage. Seek out a position that will capture the brightest colors in the area. Try different angles to ensure you don¡¯t miss the best one. Including a splash of color that stands out from the rest of the landscape will add that little extra to your photo.
Scenic and wildlife photography require much patience. A slight change in light or a few more minutes observing an animal can make a world of difference in the quality of your photo. Be prepared to spend plenty of time getting your shots. It will be well worth the patience. |
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