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10 Photography Tips To Blow Your Mind

Get ideas and expand your knowledge with the help of these tips

By Reinhart JulianPublished about a year ago 4 min read
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Are you prepared to make some changes to your photography? Tips on photography, lighting, photography hacks, props and styling, and the creative mindset follow in no particular sequence.

I've received great photographic tips from my journey. I adore how supportive the photographic community is.

The following is a collection of suggestions that have helped photographers improve their work.

1. Use natural light whenever possible.

I have found that natural light is the best way to light my photos. There is something about the natural light that is much more appealing to the eye. It's also a lot better for you because it's not as harsh on your eyes as a lot of artificial light is. The sun is the most powerful source of natural light. It is a powerful source of heat and light and is free. If you want to save money on your electricity bill, use natural light whenever possible.

2. Use a wide-angle lens

I looked through my camera lens and realized I had a wide-angle lens. I was a little disappointed because I wanted a zoom lens. The wide-angle lens is popular for photographers because it captures a wider field. The lens is often used when photographing landscapes, architecture, and large groups of people.

Photograph taken with a wide-angle lens of the Moonshine Arch in Utah.

3. Use a steady hand and a tripod to avoid blurry photos.

A good photographer always knows how to keep their hands steady, and a tripod is a great way to do this. When taking a photo, it is important to ensure that your hands are as steady as possible. Set it on a tripod to avoid blurry photos when using a smartphone. To keep your DSLR from shaking, use a tripod with a remote shutter release.

4. Use your camera's built-in timer to avoid camera shake

You can use your camera's built-in timer to avoid camera shake. This technique is great for taking a self-portrait in a mirror or a photo of a group of people. If you set it to 2 seconds, you will have enough time to get into position and take the picture. If you set it to 10 seconds, you can take the photo and get into position. Just set the timer and then position the camera, so it is facing the subject. The timer will do the work of pressing the shutter button.

5. Get closer to your subject to capture more detail

One of the easiest ways to get closer to your subject is to switch to a macro lens. This lens can capture a lot of detail and is perfect for getting up close and personal with your subject.

First, you need to find a subject that's not moving. This will help you.

6. Make sure to capture the moment

I always tell my friends to make sure to capture the moment. The moment is the most important part of any event. Take pictures of the bride's dress, the groom's suit, the rings, the cake, and the first dance at a wedding. Don't forget to take pictures of the bride and groom with their parents and grandparents. If you don't capture it, you can't go back and experience it again.

7. Shoot in RAW for more editing options

I'm sure you've heard this before, but it's worth repeating: shoot in RAW format. RAW images have more information than JPEGs because most picture editing apps allow you to adjust the tones in your photographs. If you shoot in RAW format, you will give yourself the most room to be creative.

Image Cradit: learn.zoner.com

8. Use a polarizing filter to cut down

A polarizing filter is a cool tool that you can use to cut down on glare. It is a filter placed before your lens and can reduce glare and reflection. It is useful if you take pictures in the snow or in the water.

9. Experiment with different angles

I've been experimenting with different angles for shooting my photos. I usually shoot from eye level, but I've been experimenting with shooting from above and below. I've found that the angle from below can be flattering for the subject, and the angle from above can give a neat perspective.

10. Spend time editing your photos

You're probably getting a lot of photos from your friends and family members. You might have a lot of photos from your vacations and parties. The best thing to do is to edit them. Be careful not to edit too much, though. Many different photo editing programs can be used to enhance your photos. Programs such as Photoshop are used to make small changes to photos, while other programs such as Instagram are used to make drastic changes to photos.

Final word

Do you have any personal recommendations that you'd like to share with me? Participate in the discussion by adding your thoughts in the area provided below.

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About the Creator

Reinhart Julian

I'm Julian. I'm 25 and began photography a year ago. Nottingham, UK, is where I live. I hope you like my photos! I use a Sony a7II and 50mm 1.8 lenses. I edit my photos in Photoshop and Lightroom and create photography blogs.

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