Quick and Simple to Adapt Photography Tips

Here are some rituals that I do before having a snap (whether it's a quick shot or a calculated one).

1. Adjust Perspective/Composition: So you keep hearing pros telling you to learn to shoot at eye level. Why don't you start experimenting on different angles from now on. Try a shot from a low angle pointing upwards directing at your friend's face. See the effect it makes? Shooting from a low angle provides an essence of greatness or power of the subject. Now try aiming from a high angle pointing the lens onto a small village girl somewhere in Cambodia. If the girl is showing a frown, you might just achieve a sad story from the her facial expression.
   
   Another law that the experts keeps telling you is to follow the rule of thirds. You've been good thus far in following that order. Now be a rebel and break that rule. Try to frame your subject/object onto the right side or left side instead of plain old center shots. You would probably get an amazing outcome. No harm in trying.
   
   
2. Lighting Judgements: This is the most crucial part in the art of photography. Even when shooting in black and white. Firstly, pick up that DSLR Manual book of yours. Read through the buttons, study what's what on your camera. Second, look at the surroundings of your desired shot. Is it bright? Are there light source in different areas of your subject/object. If there isnt enough light, compensate by using a better lower f-stop lens. Or simply use the flash gun. Even better, achieve different version of shots by using an off-shoe flash. If you're shooting a landscape, a tripod is a must. Otherwise expect some blurryness. No one can perfectly teach others in lighting judgement. You'll have to study your camera firsthand and once you've mastered it, you should be well on your way towards greatness.
   
   
3. Framing: Test your framing before you take a shot. Move your lens around to see what's the best angle or framing to take. If you can't decide, take a few shots of the same subject/object and move around with each shots. Don't get stuck by shooting everything centered.
   
   
4. And lastly....Deep breath and Hold your camera steady, focus and snap!