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By Gerri Stone
Have you already mastered the art of taking photos without
‘red-eye’ syndrome? Are there some pictures that you know you
should have turned out a lot better than they did? It happens
to all of us – even the expert photographers.
Here are five tips to help you move from beginner to master of
digital photography, whether you’re using your cell phone or a
point-and-shoot camera to snap shots.
Compose Carefully
One of the most basic digital photography tips is to pay
attention to what’s in the frame of the viewfinder. Fill the
frame. Nothing but blue sky, for instance, behind a single
subject throws off the proportions of the photo and decreases
interest. You can also turn the camera sideways to see if a
vertical photo might have more impact than a horizontal shot
of
the same subject.
You can also try positioning your subject off to the side,
rather than in the center of the photograph.
Take Great Close up Photos
Your digital camera has a “macro mode” – think of it as a
super
magnifying glass. An extreme close up of something like flower
petals can bring out textures that you never knew existed, and
will add excitement to your photos. Play with this feature,
you
will find dozens of ways to use it to enhance your pictures.
Buy a Tripod
Digital cameras are prone to blurry photographs if your hands
shake even a little bit. Several companies manufacture light,
portable, inexpensive versions. Digital photography tips like
this can save you hours of frustration and preserve otherwise
perfect shots.
Get Active
Take your shot from the top of a teeter-totter, off the side
of
the boat, or standing on your head. Thinking outside the box
can
really pay off in unexpected ways. You will truly get once in
a
lifetime shots by adding a bit of creativity to your thinking.
Take a Class
Are you still hungry for digital photography tips? There’s
nothing like practice to improve your photography – except
practice plus experience gained by learning from a pro. You
can
find photography classes online, at your local recreation
centers, and community colleges.
Becoming an expert at digital photography takes time; you
won’t
become a professional photographer in your first week. Just
keep
trying new methods each time you use your camera, and before
long, your friends and family will be admiring your newfound
skills.
About The Author: Gerri Stone publishes photography tips for
beginners, and information for all types of photographers at
www.discoverphotographysite.com
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