Basic tips on better picture taking
Finding an Eye
The increase in photography’s popularity today may come from our digital camera allowing us instant access and gratification in reviewing images taken just a second earlier.
But it doesn’t offer you the skills and techniques for producing a better picture. When it comes to taking good photos, a familiar comment I hear is “When I get a good shot I’m pleased with, I don’t really know how I did it”.
Image examples
Our “In the Field” section will help you improve your photographic skills. Every month we offer up a new image-making topic, from this month’s “Family Vacations & Outings”, to general tips for better picture taking,
from capturing dramatic wildlife to documenting wonderful birthday party photos, & much much more...
in the field
“Family Vacations and Outings”
Capturing better family images while on the road
The Family Vacation
Ever return from a family trip only to be disappointed with the images you shot?
This month it’s all about family travel, vacations and outings. Click on the link to review a number of images Sean’s captured and read details and insights for improving your photography by the PhotoGuru himself.
fun with motion
the family travel portrait
creative lighting
Topics mentioned
Filling the frame
Getting in close
Using flash
Clean backgrounds
(to read more on each, click here for examples and tips)
Photo Equipment
For all levels of photographers, using a point-and-shoot or 35mm camera
filling the frame
Exposure
Flash with People
Framing a scene
Image examples
Topics discussed
Composition
Exposure
Lighting
Flash
(to read more on each, click here for the entire article)
Side bar
the Workshop fix
Composition