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Tips on photography theme

Lead: Do you like shooting scenery, portraits, still life, sports or what subjects? Each subject has its own points of attention. Here are some photography techniques. Let's have a look!

Tips on photography 1) Keep it simple.

Although simple, whether it is composition or lighting, simple processing will make photos more attractive, and it is also a good thinking process. Sometimes, treating the landscape as "shapes and lines" will help you take more concise photos.

2) View the details

No matter what you shoot, before you press the shutter, you should check the details of the subject, such as the hair of the model, the dust particles on the glass, and the eyesore in the landscape, such as the trash can. A small correction before shooting (such as changing the angle) will greatly improve the photo, or avoid more complicated post-production.

3) Look at the edges

Like (2), visual impact can be avoided, but it should be noted that some viewing windows are not covered by 100%, so the edge may absorb other things; But the real-time view is usually 100%.

4) Original shooting

For some novices, they may be afraid to post-process the RAW file, but in fact, it has the richest information and allows a lot of post-processing space (such as white balance and exposure adjustment), which is very helpful for all kinds of photographic subjects, especially when shooting wrong.

5) Wait for good light

No matter what subject matter, whether it is artificial light or natural light, good photos will be taken with good light. Knowing more about the texture, changes and effects of light and waiting for the best light will greatly improve your photography level.

6) Get closer

The mistake many beginners make is that the photos leave too much unnecessary space, especially above and below the subject. In addition, you can add foreground and background to the subject to enrich the picture.

7) Think before shooting.

Sometimes you have to shoot before calculating, but if circumstances permit, it is always better to think before shooting. Including what you want to illustrate with images. Do you want to freeze the action, or slow down the shutter and let the action flow like water? Need depth of field or lens? What angle should be used to express the theme? Where does the light come from?

8) Underexposure is better than overexposure.

Many times, underexposure can also pull out details in post-production. If overexposure turns white, there will be noise, but it will be more difficult to save.

9) Don't be afraid to push up ISO.

Generally speaking, the lower the ISO, the less noise and the better the picture quality. But don't be afraid to push up ISO if many images need higher shutter speed in low light environment to avoid dynamic die sticking. First, it is more important to get them. Second, post-processing can be improved. Third, camera technology has been improving. Today's ISO 6400 is not as terrible as it was 10 years ago.

10) Take a lot of photos.

One is that extra photos can be used as backup, and the other is that taking more photos is the best way. Of course, you shouldn't be afraid to try, experiment and make mistakes. Through repeated practice, you can be more diligent in any kind of photography.