Philosophy of Landscapes
Tell a story with landscape photography! By telling stories with your camera, you are forced you to slow down and contemplate the details. This one factor alone could greatly improve your skills as a photographer!
Consider a few important questions.
*What is it in the scene that gives you inspiration?
*Which elements attracted your attention?
*What elements could you utilize for other scenes? Is it theme, lines, or point of view?
As you ponder these questions, remember that the best landscapes are rarely found along side the road. If you are prepared for hiking with a map or GPS, then you'll be more apt to come across some of the truly stunning scenes that will motivate you to find answers to the above questions. Then, as you seek out the most interesting locations, you will begin to create a habit of viewing the beautiful and asking how you can recreate the essence even in scenes that are more challenging.
Concepts for Landscapes
The strategy of thirds will assist you in creating balance as you divide the scene vertically and horizontally. With two vertical lines evenly spaced and two horizontal lines, you will have created four intersections near the center of your scene. These four intersections will serve as the reference points upon which you can place your focal point in order to maintain balance.
With balance in mind, you can now freely explore your creativity. Consider even chancing a portrait into a landscape by using an up-close image that falls on one of the four intersections. Then, by adding graphic elements such as lead-in lines or stunning backgrounds, you'll be able to present your creativity while creating visual interest.
Equipment for Landscapes
Although some think that a photographer much have the perfect lens or setup, you'll soon discover that there are multitudes of successful images that have neither. Images that include proper composition and creativity will always rise above those that don't. Even with sharpness and excellent lighting, a photograph will fall below standard if composition and creativity are forgotten.
Although no special equipment will be needed, you'll find that a macro lens can be helpful in capturing minute detail. To eliminate an uninteresting sky background, you will find a telephoto lens extremely practical. Yet, by far, a tripod will be your most valuable asset.
Next, you'll find wide-angle lenses are great for enhancing your perspective options. It will provide you with more latitude and allow you to frame well or even crop out distracting features. From these few equipment suggestions, you'll be able to choose what works for you in order to create fabulous landscapes!
Tell a story with landscape photography! By telling stories with your camera, you are forced you to slow down and contemplate the details. This one factor alone could greatly improve your skills as a photographer!
Consider a few important questions.
*What is it in the scene that gives you inspiration?
*Which elements attracted your attention?
*What elements could you utilize for other scenes? Is it theme, lines, or point of view?
As you ponder these questions, remember that the best landscapes are rarely found along side the road. If you are prepared for hiking with a map or GPS, then you'll be more apt to come across some of the truly stunning scenes that will motivate you to find answers to the above questions. Then, as you seek out the most interesting locations, you will begin to create a habit of viewing the beautiful and asking how you can recreate the essence even in scenes that are more challenging.
Concepts for Landscapes
The strategy of thirds will assist you in creating balance as you divide the scene vertically and horizontally. With two vertical lines evenly spaced and two horizontal lines, you will have created four intersections near the center of your scene. These four intersections will serve as the reference points upon which you can place your focal point in order to maintain balance.
With balance in mind, you can now freely explore your creativity. Consider even chancing a portrait into a landscape by using an up-close image that falls on one of the four intersections. Then, by adding graphic elements such as lead-in lines or stunning backgrounds, you'll be able to present your creativity while creating visual interest.
Equipment for Landscapes
Although some think that a photographer much have the perfect lens or setup, you'll soon discover that there are multitudes of successful images that have neither. Images that include proper composition and creativity will always rise above those that don't. Even with sharpness and excellent lighting, a photograph will fall below standard if composition and creativity are forgotten.
Although no special equipment will be needed, you'll find that a macro lens can be helpful in capturing minute detail. To eliminate an uninteresting sky background, you will find a telephoto lens extremely practical. Yet, by far, a tripod will be your most valuable asset.
Next, you'll find wide-angle lenses are great for enhancing your perspective options. It will provide you with more latitude and allow you to frame well or even crop out distracting features. From these few equipment suggestions, you'll be able to choose what works for you in order to create fabulous landscapes!
