How to use minimalism in photography?

The popularity of minimalism at present is undeniable, although minimalism will cause many different feelings. This paper shares some main reasons for this trend, as well as some skills to make the best use of style in photography.

First of all, the message of minimalism to the audience. What should your photos bring to the audience for photographers who pay attention to composition? What emotions or thoughts will appear when you look at the picture?

For many photographers, minimalism is the best choice. Simple photos usually have a lot in common. First of all, their pictures will not distract the viewer's attention. Usually only one or two colors can attract people's attention, or the photos are monochrome. Usually, in such an image, there is a large blank area. Secondly, the main goal is usually small. They are not always defined in detail or clearly, but have natural rendering transitions that separate objects from the background.

In macro photography, whether you like it or not, minimalism in the final composition is essential.

Nikon d7000+105mm f/2.8 @105mm, ISO 1250,1100, f/3.5.

Nevertheless, minimalism can be found in any kind of photographic works, and the main condition is the existence of blank space. If you want to take a simple photo, the first thing to pay attention to is the blank area that can be used as the main background. The final photo contains only one or two objects in an inconspicuous background.

Second, minimalism applies to small screens. People use mobile phones to search for content more frequently than ever before. Many photographers have changed their styles to meet new demands. On a small screen, the simple style of the image works well, and there is not much room for complex details. Objects on a monotonous background in a photo will stand out more easily.

On the one hand, it's a bit sad, because in this way, the viewer loses the opportunity to watch the detailed scenery up close-I must say, it's a unique experience. At the same time, people will always change, so it is meaningful for photographers to keep up with the development of the times.

Nikon d7000+24mm f/ 1.4 @ 24mm, ISO 100, 1/640, f/4.0.

Third, minimalism has shaped its own style. It is not surprising that a large number of simple photos are published on the network platform every day. This style of photography has begun to bore many people. If the second photo is a minimalist photo with the same composition, how can you expect someone to see the unique artistic style of photography?

Perhaps this is not entirely correct, because the fact that minimalism is outdated is not its fault-the only reason is that many photographers have been using it literally. If you want to avoid using minimalism too much in photography projects, you can easily solve this situation. If you can beat a particular theme well, please take some simplified photos-but don't forget other styles of photos.

Nikon d7000+24mm f/ 1.4 @ 24mm, ISO 180,1160, f/ 1.4.

Nikon d800e+105mm f/2.8 @105mm, ISO 1400, 1/800, f/2.8.

Conclusion If you just start photography, it will also be very useful. Minimalism can add a meaningful meaning to your photos that has never been observed before, and it can make the composition more detailed. It will help you master the basic knowledge of photography.