tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37049734723750713902024-02-19T08:12:57.135-08:00Photography SpotAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-51863196281189672792013-11-26T11:25:00.002-08:002013-11-26T11:25:38.772-08:00Enhancing a night scene in Lightroom<br />
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Now that we are in the digital age I still hear that mantra repeated time and again. Unfortunately it's usually followed with some reference to not needing to do any post processing or some other such nonsense. That should tell you my feelings on that.</div>
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To prove it, I have decided to show you some post processing on an image that was done right in the camera. I normally start off showing the finished product first, but in this case I'll start with the before image. You can see that it's a pretty decent shot. Exposure is good, composition is nice, we have a nice light trail leading into our frame; a simple, quiet scene of a neighborhood bar on a corner. This is how it looks like with no editing.</div>
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As with all your edits it should start with an analysis of the obvious. In this example there really is very little, but very little doesn't mean none. Again, I want to remind you that this is my interpretation for this image. You may or may not agree with some of my choices, that's up to you and how you see things. Hopefully by following what I do here you'll get some insight into the tools.</div>
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So, what do I see wrong? For one, the colors are a bit muted. From experience, most images can benefit from a bump up to the blacks. Personally I always add some clarity (+40) and vibrancy (+20) to almost all my images.</div>
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Since this little tweak alters the blacks and the color saturation I prefer to do this step first before adjusting anything else. I do this automatically with a preset. I also use a preset to correct any lens corrections. I feel one of the greatest attributes about Lightroom is its ability to create and use presets just about everywhere in the program. After using Lightroom for a while you will begin to see some repetitive actions in your editing. This is when you should make a preset. Let Lightroom take over the hard work.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">Because this is a night shot I want to really emphasize the atmosphere. My next step is to cool the colors down by shifting the </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">temperature</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;"> into the blue. Since the reds look pretty good I opt not to touch the </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">tint</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;"> slider.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">From here I work on normalizing my exposure. I check both my </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">black</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;"> and</span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">white clipping </i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">and adjust the sliders appropriately. My preferred method is to use the ALT (CMD on Mac) key in conjunction with the black and white sliders. This shows your clipping mask and makes adjusting easier. Another way is to activate the </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">blinkies</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;"> by clicking on the two triangles in the upper left and right of the </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">histogram</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">. All that's left is for a slight adjustment on the </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">shadow</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;"> and </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">highlights</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;"> sliders. Remember the goal is to maintain and enhance the feeling of night.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">The image is already looking so much better. The blue evening sky is more vibrant, the red of the tail lights really come forth and the car has lost some of its transparency. Even the roadway pops out a bit more, which may be a problem. Remember that </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">global</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;"> changes affect the entire image. In this case I was looking to affect the sky and the lights. Because they are global changes it also affected the road, the trees, the building and everything else. That's okay too because we want the entire image to have a consistent look to it. Let's continue.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">To add to the feeling of night and also enhance the fact that were are looking at a location that's inhabited by people enjoying their night life I felt that the bar entrance was too dark and uninviting. Keeping in mind that our eye goes to bright areas first I thought it appropriate to brighten up the entrance and awning of the corner bar.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">Using a broad brush I paint the area of the entryway and the front of the lit awning. I then adjust the </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">exposure</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;"> slider until I find a brightness that looks natural. Don't worry about your feathered edges too much. Light spills all over so brightening the top of the vehicle in front of the building isn't going to appear off. Just make sure you get all the areas you want brightened. In darkroom speak this is called </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">dodging</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">Now we're looking pretty good. The only thing that bothers me is the large expanse of roadway in the lower left part of the frame. It's picking up and reflecting a lot of the ambient light. All that open expanse is crowding the right side of the frame too.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">For broad areas the </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">gradient</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;"> tool tends to work well. In this case a gradient from the lower left corner pulled into the center of the image works best with a reduction in </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">exposure</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">. Think of it like adding a vignette just into this one corner. It helps pull the eye out of the corner and back to our restaurant.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">At this point I could call it quits and be happy. I like the star burst effect of the lights but I'm wondering if the street light behind the traffic light is too much. Since everything done in Lightroom is non-destructive I can experiment and not worry about making mistakes.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">I am also still not happy with all that road in the foreground. As I mentioned before, it makes it look all squashed up into the right part of the image. I decide to try a crop. If I don't like it, I can always remove it.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">I open up the </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">crop</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;"> tool and pull my frame in from the left until the light pole with the questionable light is removed from view. Looking at the final composition I think I like the cropped version. All that's left is to export the final image.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">Overall you can see that not a lot was done to the original. What was done was also very subtle and in keeping with the goal of the image which was to express a warm inviting look to a neighborhood tavern at night.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;">The original image was shot on a tripod at 100 ISO with an aperture of f/22. The small aperture is what gives the lights that star burst effect. Don't forget to leave your comments below. Hope you enjoyed.</span></div>
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For one thing, good photographers know how to bring out the best from the people that they're photographing, so you can expect all your pictures to feature happy, smiling faces that are obviously having a good time. That's because a professional photographer will not only take good pictures in the first place, but will then sift through hundreds of them just to pick out the several dozens that are actually worth presenting to you. That's another thing that most amateurs don't get - you often end up taking a dozen pictures for a single final shot, and you have to make sure that your photographer is capable of filtering their work properly like that.</div>
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Post-processing is another important detail which a good photographer can help you a lot with. No matter how good a picture is, it can usually always use a few touch-ups to really bring out the best from it. Nothing fancy is usually needed, just a few small touches to correct the color balance and contrast here and there. So while it's important to edit the photos so that they look as best as possible, it's just as important to take it easy on the editing to prevent them from looking too fake.</div>
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All of this can be achieved easily when you're using a professional photographer with long-running experience behind their back. You will just have to give the photographer a call and let them know when your wedding will take place, and they'll show up with their equipment and take care of everything. Of course, make sure you call them early enough so that they'll be sure to have enough room in their schedule. Photographers tend to be very busy, and that goes double for popular ones - so if you want to make sure that you can actually hire them, you should be as early as possible in giving them a call. Otherwise, you may either not get a good answer, or get a very high quote due to the busy state of the photographer.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-91880611531287877732013-11-26T11:05:00.005-08:002013-11-26T11:05:54.008-08:00Restoring Your Old Photos<div style="text-align: justify;">
Photography is a great hobby and a fantastic way to keep a record of family members and those precious moments. However, old photographs have the habit of being vulnerable, and lots of things can spoil a photograph after it has been developed. They can become faded, torn or destroyed, and that includes photos that have been stored away, that is why you need to digitize your photo collection.</div>
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When you digitize your photo collection, you are giving yourself the chance to preserve and enhance them as well as being able to share them with many more people. It allows you to share those precious memories with friends and family who may well be living on the other side of the world, or you can share them via social networking sites.</div>
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As you can see, there are a number of facets to restoring old and damaged photos, however, it will certainly be worth it when you see the finished results, because the photos that you digitize and restore right now, will be available for future generations for years to come.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-3235044733877522502013-11-26T11:05:00.003-08:002013-11-26T11:05:26.775-08:00Shockingly Easy Tips For Amazing Landscape Photos<div style="text-align: justify;">
Tip 1: Keep your camera facing upwards</div>
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What you want to do is to let the sky occupy about two-thirds of the image. This would make the image look open and free, which is the nature of landscape photography. Using the rule of thirds, the sky should cover about six of the top boxes.</div>
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For landscape photography, the best timing is the first two hours after the sun rises and the last two hours before the sun sets. At these timings, the light from the sun is soft and gentle. This type of light brings out the subtle textures in certain landscapes that would normally not be seen. Besides, with soft and gentle light, it is easier to take pictures and the weather would not be that hot during summer.</div>
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It is an important equipment to have when shooting landscape photos. Sometimes the light from the sun would be too bright and it would ruin potential great shots. With filters, you can make the image darker and compensate the light until you get the brightness you want for that particular scene. Different filters would bring about results so it is important to experiment to see which filter fits you best.</div>
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Knowing what aperture, shutter speed and ISO to use would save a lot of time instead of having to do many test shots just to get the right lighting. Normally, the aperture would be set to "small" or high "f-stop" coupled with high shutter speed. The smaller the aperture, the further it can focus. Having a small aperture would eliminate the blurry effect the image might get.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-35190317677017863002013-11-26T11:05:00.001-08:002013-11-26T11:05:00.466-08:00Things That Make a Wedding Truly Unique<div style="text-align: justify;">
Your wedding day is the most important day of your life because you commit yourself to the partner you have chosen to continue your life's journey with. Every couple wants their wedding day to be memorable, not just for them but also their friends and relatives.They spend an enormous amount of time and money in this endeavor. They want every aspect of the wedding to represent who they are as individuals and more importantly as a couple. They want their special day to be one of a kind, like the love they share for one another. However, there are only a few things that really make a wedding different from all others.</div>
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A couple's wedding vows are the most important part of their ceremony. Most couples choose to write their own vows instead of using the generic ones. It is a solemn promise the bride and groom make in the presence of their guests to commit themselves to one another. They describe the love and adoration they have for each other and promise to be ideal partners till death itself breaks their union. Each couple's wedding vows are unique and it is more sincere than any decorative item used to embellish their ceremony.</div>
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A special occasion like a wedding deserves to be immortalized. Although every wedding hires a photographer and videographer, the current fad is to rent a photobooth.The purpose of using a photo booth is to click wacky pictures. People go into the booth wearing funny props and strike different poses. They may go in as groups of two and three or they might just cram as many people in as possible. The collection of pictures is then turned into a stop motion video for everyone to enjoy. Individual pictures may also be printed out.</div>
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A wedding is about two people who are in love coming together to be joined in holy matrimony. It is supposed to be solely focused on the bride and groom, but instead it is focused on decorations, flowers and cakes. Couples hire wedding planners to make their wedding day special, when it already is. They spend a small fortune on a party to impress their friends and relatives and put themselves through hell, planning it. So instead of going through all that trouble, simply concentrate on the above mentioned things and your wedding will be a happy, unique and memorable affair.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-30244419789320595012013-11-18T23:52:00.004-08:002013-11-18T23:52:54.546-08:00Search Engine Optimisation for Photographers<div style="text-align: justify;">
As well as being a photographer, I've built and worked on hundreds of websites in my time. I've also developed a healthy interest in SEO, so thought I'd share some nuggets of wisdom I've picked up over the years to help propel your site up the search rankings...<br /><br />You've probably heard of SEO, and you've heard that you need it. You also know some companies can provide it (at a large cost, usually), and you also know that they promise the earth.<br /><br />"Top of Google? No problem! That'll be eight hundred pounds a month please!"<br /><br />Seriously, some people.<br /><br />Before we start, let's touch upon the basics of SEO. Search Engine Optimisation (according to the hallowed Wikipedia) is, "the process of affecting the visibility of a website or a web page in a search engine's "natural" or un-paid ("organic") search results".<br /><br />So how do we affect the visibility of a website? Before I continue, I'd just like to make this disclaimer:<br /><br />Search Engine Optimisation isn't a quick fix. It's an ongoing process which never ends, and you could happily dedicate the rest of your life to studying the behaviour of Google, and how your site operates within Google's framework and algorithms. Which are ridiculously complicated, trust me So much so, my brain is throbbing merely thinking about it.<br /><br />However, that said, there are a number of things you can do to improve your site in the eyes of Google. They involve getting your hands dirty, but put your gloves on and come with me...<br /><br />Page titles<br /><br />Page titles are the pieces of text that appear at the very top of your browser. For example, an optimised page title would be, "Page Title | Subtitle of Website | Title of Website". For example, "How to Cook an Aubergine | Northwest Barnsley Aubergine Growers | Barnsley Aubergine Association" (okay, not entirely serious, buy hopefully you see what I'm implying here). The page title should always contain keywords that are relevant to the page itself ("Aubergine" being the keyword I'm targeting here).<br /><br />Meta description<br /><br />This involves rolling your trouser legs up and wading into the HTML code of your site, but it's worth it. Without boring the aforementioned trousers off you regarding the vast array of meta tags you can add to your site (oi, wake up at the back!), there's one you need to add to every page of your site - that's the meta description. It looks like this:<br /><br /><meta content="The text contained in this rather sexy meta description is a, erm, description that tells Google / search engines in general what the article / page is all about. You'll also, more often than not, see this text on a results page after conducting a search in Google, which (if it does its job) means that you're more likely to click on the link and read the article." name="description" /><br /><br />Meta keywords - NO!<br /><br />In the "golden era" of the Internet (circa 1998... ah, halcyon days... ) you could amend yet another meta tag (hurrah!), namely the meta keywords tag. It looks like this:<br /><br /><meta content="keywords, go, here, they, should, be, descriptive, Britney, spears, xxx, etc" name="keywords" /><br /><br />Back in 1998 (wipes tear away) adding this line of code to your site with a few... ahem... select keywords would be enough to propel your site to the upper echelons of Google's search results. That's because (a) the majority of World Wide Web users were perverts back then (some things never change), and, (b) in 1998 the number of websites that existed was approximately eleven.<br /><br />Anyway, times have changed. Google now ignores meta keywords, so it's really not worth including them. Yahoo does take them into account however, but seeing as Yahoo can barely organise a hearty celebration in an alcohol fermentation facility, they're really not worth worrying about.<br /><br />Page Headings<br /><br />These are the pieces of code contained between <h1></h1>,<h2></h2>, <h3></h3> etc. For example, the most important heading on any page is the h1, and then next important is h2, and so on. Again, think of relevant keywords that your readers will be searching for.<br /><br />Friendly URL's<br /><br />Otherwise known as the page address, and again, should contain relevant keywords.<br /><br />Alt elements<br /><br />Again, this requires dabbling in the code (deep breaths, head between the knees, relax... ) An alt element is a descriptive tag for your images. For example, img src="picture-of-redbus.jpg" alt="Picture of a red bus". This isn't just good for accessibility, but also tells Google what the image is (the keywords contained within the URL of the image is also important, by the way).<br /><br />Internal links<br /><br />Let's say you've written a Pulitzer Prize-winning article about the best way to cook aubergines (hey, you might. Aubergines are lovely, and very versatile.) Within the article you make reference to another cracking article about a tomato and sea bass bake-type-thing you've knocked up for your family. Adding a link to the tomatoey-fish article from the aubergine article tells Google that, (a) the content and subject matter of these two pages are related, and (b) your site isn't just a random collection of pages tossed together at the last minute; it's a coherent body of work.<br /><br />External links<br /><br />It turns out that your article about aubergines has captured the imagination of the BBC (God bless Auntie), and they've decided to link to your article from the homepage of the food section of their website. Two things have happened here. One is that your server will invariably fall over from the sudden influx of visitors, as when you launched your site you decided that the £2 a month hosting package would be more than enough for the three saddos that visit your site each month in the hope of finding aubergine-based recipes. Secondly, Google will look very kindly on the BBC link, as it's a very popular site visited by millions of people (i.e. it's an authoritative source of information), and the subject matter of page that links to yours is related - they're both about food / cooking etc.<br /><br />However, if a very unpopular gardening website decides to link to your aubergine recipe, this won't carry much weight and thus Google won't reward your site, as the two subjects are unrelated, and the source website is unpopular. So before you decide to visit http://fiverr.com/ and pay a schoolkid in a bedroom in Croydon to "legally" set up 1000 links that point to your site to bump it up Google's search results, think again.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-87887181479851963632013-11-18T23:52:00.002-08:002013-11-18T23:52:10.123-08:00Understanding Your Digital Camera: Auto-Focus<div style="text-align: justify;">
Many compact cameras these days have an auto-focus facility built in; this allows for even more spontaneity in instant shots. The auto-focus camera emits an invisible infrared beam which then bounces back off of the subject you're shooting, and back to the camera. As a matter of fact, it's much the same way that radar works really. The camera analyzes this information and sets the focus to the correct distance by means of a small electric motor.<br /><br />Autofocus vs. Manual<br /><br />It sounds very simple and it is, but there are a few points to remember before you shoot the picture. On the most simple auto-focus cameras the area analyzed by the auto-focus mechanism will be in the center of the frame; it will be this part that the camera focuses on even if the main subject is to one side and therefore out of the auto-focus range. It's very simple to learn how to alter the focus by manually overriding this mechanism. The true art lies in knowing when it's the best situation to use either manual or automatic focusing, if you can figure that out then you're well on your way to becoming a much better photographer all-round.<br /><br />More Beams, More Accuracy<br /><br />Some of the more sophisticated cameras have a larger area of focus than that of the central spot found in the more simple models. These more sophisticated cameras send out three separate beams and make a 'judgement', either from one of these or from a combination of all three. Many of the single lens reflex cameras (SLR) that take interchangeable lenses are of the auto-focus type. Most of these will, of course, have a manual override for focusing but when in the auto-focus mode the same alterations may be required.<br /><br />The Advantages of Automatic Cameras<br /><br />If your camera has auto-focus then most other things will be automatic too. Here are a 5 reasons why choosing an automatic camera is more advantageous;<br /><br />1. It allows for spontaneous and creative pictures to be captured instantly without time-consuming dial adjustments<br /><br />2. The built-in flash provides quick, on-the-spot lighting for every occasion<br /><br />3. Light exposure is metered automatically, saving on adjustment and measuring time<br /><br />4. 'Hands-free' pictures can be taken using the self timer; so even the photographer can appear in the shot<br /><br />5. The small and compact shape makes the camera easily portable in all situations.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-11100640132721192532013-11-18T23:51:00.002-08:002013-11-18T23:51:30.077-08:00Making Memories That Will Last The Ages<div style="text-align: justify;">
A wedding is the grandest event in someone's lifetime. You cannot compare it to the annual birthdays celebrated, even if you add them all up. You cannot equate the joy that comes with it to that of the graduation party from high school or college. This is the biggest fete of someone's life. It is no doubt that it is a bigger deal to women than to men. Girls visualize their weddings from at least the age of six; making plans, drawing wedding dresses and picturing "the one". No day is bigger than the wedding day. How then can you capture these memories and move with them as the years go by? You need to get a wedding photographer, and a good one for that matter. Here are a few reasons why you need a professional doing the shots at our wedding:<br /><br />· Once in a lifetime<br /><br />It happens just once. There are no rehearsals and there are definitely no repeats. You would not want to mess up on any detail on your wedding - whether it is your dress or your cake. In addition, you definitely do not want to compromise on the photos of the day. You will live with these photos for the rest of your lives, and even relatives and friends will want to see them. Your lives may be evidence to your beautiful marriage but the photos are the only evidence of how brilliant your wedding was.<br /><br />· State of the art<br /><br />Getting a professional photographer ensures that you have the best person for the job. He or she has done this for quite a while and so he or she has the experience. He has the best photography equipment. Yes, not your uncle's digital camera, this one is so much more. He has done research and undergone training to make the professional he or she is today. You could even check out his or her portfolio to see the outcome of other weddings he or she has done.<br /><br />· Quality in reality<br /><br />Photoshop is for models only. You, on the other hand, need the real deal. This is the day that you are most beautiful, all eyes on you. Do not ruin that with mediocre pictures that do not reflect the real scenario of the day. Get the work of the professional who will bring out the real picture as it was or will be on that day. Mediocre pictures can make the grandest of events look shabby while quality pictures make even the most ordinary of wedding one to admire.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-88548515949093983262013-11-18T23:50:00.005-08:002013-11-18T23:50:58.583-08:00How to Choose a Portrait Photographer<div style="text-align: justify;">
Hiring a professional portrait photographer can be quite a costly investment. That's why you'll want to make sure that you're getting the best service for your money. That and the fact you'll want your photos to turn out fabulous. Whether you're looking for a photographer to take pictures of just you, you and your friends or you and your family, here are some helpful steps to help you choose the right person.<br /><br />1. Choosing a location<br /><br />You may never have given a thought to deciding on a location to have your photos taken. Like many, you may have just assumed they would be taken in a studio. Don't limit yourself to this option. Choose a photographer that is happy to take photos in a studio, in your home or wherever else you wish. The more flexible and willing the photographer, the more passionate they'll be about producing the best results for you.<br /><br />2. Re-touching<br /><br />Do you want your photos re-touched on Photoshop or would you like them completely natural? Whichever your choice, make sure you choose a photographer that is willing to work to it. You might want your photos re-touched just slightly or have other specific editing preferences. Again, make sure your photographer is happy to talk these things through with you and bend to your decisions.<br /><br />3. Time-limit<br /><br />Find out if your photographer has a strict time limit in place for your photography session. The best photographers don't impose time-limits. Instead, they work until the best results are achieved. Without a time-limit, you won't be under pressure to get things right quickly and both parties can feel satisfied that the best efforts were made.<br /><br />4. Meet the photographer first<br /><br />Portrait photography can be quite an intimate business. You'll want to trust the photographer so you be happy, relaxed and open with your emotions so your input will produce photographs that are the best reflection of you. Hence, it's a good idea to meet the photographer beforehand. This way you can find out if you like them, check out their equipment and view some of their work. Plus, the meeting gives the photographer a chance to get to know you. He/she can then be prepared for your session with an understanding of just how you'd like things.<br /><br />5. Guarantee?<br /><br />If a photographer doesn't offer a money-back guarantee upfront then it is likely that they aren't confident in their ability. You'll want to know that you're paying for guaranteed results so check this out beforehand.<br /><br />If you take all of these steps into consideration, you're sure to make a successful choice. Remember, if the photographer is willing to go the extra mile for you, your portrait photos will follow in fashion.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-11138317887937009642013-11-18T23:50:00.002-08:002013-11-18T23:50:18.625-08:00Collecting Autograph Photos<div style="text-align: justify;">
Whenever you see a celebrity in public you're bound to see them signing autographs for adoring fans. This is part and parcel of being in the public eye. People love to get their picture or other piece of memorabilia signed by their favourite star. Of course there are people who collect autograph photos of celebrities as a hobby. If you're interested in doing this then you should find some of the tips in this article of great use. Building a collection of signed photos of your favourite stars can be a very rewarding hobby.<br /><br />Getting Autograph Photos Yourself<br /><br />Whilst buying signed memorabilia online can be a very quick and convenient way of building your collection, nothing beats getting the autograph yourself from the celebrity in person. The best way to get autographs from your favourite celebrities is to look out for public signings and premiers. Of course whereabouts in the country you live will make a big difference to how many chances you get to attend such events. If you live in central London then you're in a much better position to get autographs than someone who lives in the countryside. However it's possible for anyone to get the autographs they want, some will just have to put in more effort and travel more.<br /><br />Buying Autograph Photos Online<br /><br />The alternative to getting signed celebrity photos yourself is to buy them online. There obvious plus point to doing this is convenience. However, unlike getting the autograph yourself, you will have to pay for them and depending upon which celebrity it is it could be quite pricey. When buying online there's also the issue of authenticity. Knowing whether or not the signed photo you're being is genuine is vital. Luckily there are some key ways to limit the chances of being a counterfeit photo.<br /><br />Firstly you should check if the signed photo you're buying comes with a certificate of authenticity. Genuine suppliers of celebrity autographs will provide all the proof they can to assure you that the autograph is indeed genuine. This includes things like photographic evidence of the celebrity signing the picture and details of where the signing took place. Another thing to look out for is whether or not the supplier of the signed photos has their full contact details made available. Genuine sellers will not be afraid to include full contact details including their business address and phone number.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-78426267433895162912013-11-18T23:43:00.004-08:002013-11-18T23:43:50.639-08:00Tips on Beautiful Wedding Photos<div style="text-align: justify;">
All girls dream about their wedding day, we plan all the details into finer things and let's face things can go a little craze. As a recent bride myself I know of all the hassles, head aches, sleepless nights one can have in preparation of your wedding day. The one thing anyone can tell you is it is very important to have a good wedding photographer. Your wedding pictures must last a life time and you don't want to hide them in an wedding album that is gathering dust.<br /><br />In South Africa we love the outdoors and most of the time we get married in the outdoors during the spring/summer months. This means most of the photos will be taken in nature with natural light in stead of a studio or a church. We also tend to forget that in our warmer months our chances of rain is a lot higher than in the winter months unless you are living in the Western Cape.<br /><br />I have decided to give out some tips on how have the most beautiful wedding photos that you will be proud to show off:<br /><br />The meeting:<br /><br />Meeting with your potential photographer is a face to face matter. A good photographer will ask you questions about your wedding day. Things like when and where is it? Why did you choose that specific wedding reception venue? How many bridesmaids and grooms men are involved? How is the family set up? What do you expect from your wedding day?<br /><br />Make sure you and your fiance is present during these meetings. This way you both get to know the photographer and he/she you. This way you become more comfortable with the person who will capture your prefect moment.<br /><br />The planning:<br /><br />All brides (and I'm sure some grooms) will tell you they have a big wedding organizer with a million and one ideas. Start looking at photos that you like for your wedding but keep in mind to be realistic about them. If you are getting married on a game reserve you won't be able to have photos taken on the beach with a view. If you like to use props on your wedding day such as horses, motorcycles, dogs etc make sure to tell your photographer. Keep clippings and/or pictures of examples of photos that you like. Remember to also tell your photographer about your specifics when it comes to family photos. One big family picture can do the trick instead of having a lot off loose ends.<br /><br />The Details:<br /><br />If you have a videographer on your wedding day then I suggest you let your photographer known and give their contact details to your photographer. Sometimes they can get in each other way but it's important that they work together.<br /><br />Your photographer will do proper research of the church and/or the reception venue. If you want to take your pictures off site like at your local botanical gardens or a local museum (yes that is possible) then let the photographer know. If there is specific photos you want to be taken during the ceremony you should give them to your photographer.<br /><br />Also see the packages your photographer has and the amount of prints, CD/DVD copies and/or canvas prints are on offer. A lot of people love black and white photos and they can be dramatic. But you are going to love colour photos as well to show off your beautiful wedding dress or to make an impact of your location back ground. I always love how the sun shines through the trees and this can make you and your husband soft and romantic<br /><br />The Deal:<br /><br />After you have discuss all your ideas and views with your photographer make sure to book them ASAP. Many successful photographers are booked a year in advance so avoid disappointment. Sign a contract with all of your negotiated packages, payment options and finer details, like the day of the wedding, venue(s), hours of the photographer will spend on your day etc are correct and clear.<br /><br />Even if it is family member make a contract, you never know what might happen. Be sure you are informed by your photographer about his/her camera gear, if they have back up, will they have an assistant etc.<br /><br />Don't forget to plan an extra plate for your photographer at your reception. If he/she needs to sleep over at the venue (it might be out of town) then let them know during your initial meeting.<br /><br />Most important have fun at your wedding!<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-79432947340722122862013-11-18T23:43:00.000-08:002013-11-18T23:43:00.704-08:00Valuable Methods in Digital Photography<div style="text-align: justify;">
Beginning photographers who want to boost their skill levels are fortunate to have so many different resources available to them. The internet offers many tutorials that can be taken online to learn anything from basic to advances techniques in photography. There is also a large variety of magazines on the topic that are circulated regularly.<br /><br />These online resources and publications offer effective techniques for learning the newest strategies for improving your photography. All you need to do is invest some of your time into browsing what is available.<br /><br />An important method for the beginning photographer is not to buy high end equipment, even if it is within your means to do so. Expensive DSLR cameras have many features but are too difficult for most beginners to use. Digital point-and-shoot cameras, on the other hand, are available for less and many can take very good photos. Instead of starting out by investing money in the most expensive equipment, focus on obtaining the practice you need to improve your skill level. These are the ideal choice in a training camera that will help you learn until you are ready to advance to the next level.<br /><br />Some beginners are reluctant to go into the hobby of photography because they don't have steady hands. If this is a concern for you, invest in a god tripod or monopod. This equipment will help you by keeping your camera steady so that your pictures won't be blurred. You will even be able to take self-portraits by using the tripod and the timer feature on your camera.<br /><br />You should keep your camera with you wherever you go. You never know when a great opportunity to take an exceptional and magical photo will occur. Be ready to capture them when they do! Invest in a small bag or use your smartphone when your camera is not available.<br /><br />Many professional photographers will share their tips with beginners looking for techniques that will help them advance. One tip is to have a small notebook handy for those times when you don't have your camera with you. This way, you can take notes and create list of topics you would like to try when you have your camera available. Also, write down the important details like where the photography needs to take place, what type of lighting you would require, etc.<br /><br />Finding subjects worthy of taking shots of is one of the biggest challenges presented to photographers. Good photographers are gifted at finding the simple subjects that will make the best photos. By being alert and taking not of potential subjects, you will find the extraordinary photo opportunities that are hidden in everyday life.<br /><br />Another valuable method to use in your photography is to play with the camera settings to get a greater variety of effects. This will allow you to take outstanding pictures even though you don't have a high end DSLR camera. Your point and shoot camera offers flexibility and a variety of useful features. Take advantage of today's quality cameras with modern features to delete those photos that you don't want to keep while keeping those that you do. One way to understand how to tweak the camera to your advantage is by studying the manual to gain an understanding of how it will work in your favor.<br /><br />Adobe Photoshop is one type of image editing software that will help you enhance your pictures even more. This is a common practice for photographers. You will also find that numerous digital photography magazines have software tutorials to help you even further.<br /><br />Once you have gotten some of this advice and practiced your techniques, you will be ready to post some of your favorite shots to share with your friends and family. Flickr and Facebook are just a couple of the sites where you can share your photos and receive instant feedback from other photographers.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-38839838776252824302013-11-18T23:42:00.002-08:002013-11-18T23:42:25.551-08:00Guidelines in Infrared Photography Technique<div style="text-align: justify;">
Even though digital infrared photography is a method of photography that is most commonly known among experienced photographers, it is one that those of any level can learn in order to create unique pictures. The effect of the photography method is caused as a result of infrared light, a type of light that cannot be seen by the human eye. When taking photos, this infrared light is captured by the camera while visible light is mostly not used in creating the image. This technology produces a photo that has a dreamy appearance that can be attention-getting to those who view it. In spite of the unique effects obtained through infrared photography, learning it is not difficult.<br /><br />If you have a modern camera, it may be equipped with the technology that is needed to capture infrared light. To test it, hold the remote control to a television toward the camera lens. Press any of the buttons on the remote while holding it at least 6 inches from the camera lens. If a light can be seen in the LCD, your camera has the capabilities needed for you to practice digital infrared technology.<br /><br />Additional Equipment You Will Need<br /><br />There are a couple of pieces of equipment that you will need to enhance your experience in using infrared photography including a filter and a tripod. A filter is used to prevent visible light from passing through while allowing infrared light to be captured. This is an inexpensive piece of equipment and a good quality one can be purchased for around $20. The tripod will need to be sturdy so that you can use a higher aperture and a lower shutter speed. Look at the local photography shop to find the equipment you need and to gather advice on choosing the equipment that is right for use with your camera.<br /><br />Some Techniques to Try<br /><br />Once you have gotten the equipment and installed your filter, you are ready to start creating infrared photography. Start by using some ideal subjects such as sunny skies and landscapes. You can also work on creating portraits of people for some unique images.<br /><br />When taking the pictures, remember that specifications vary from one camera to the next. In order to get the results you want, it will be necessary to adjust the settings to create a specific effect. Try your camera in automatic mode to determine if this is how it works best. If not, there are some adjustments you can make.<br /><br />Turn the flash feature off and change the camera mode to black and white. Set it for a film speed of 400 or higher and the shutter speed of 1/15th of a second. If you camera offers a lower setting, use it.<br /><br />Take a Course to Learn More<br /><br />Some professional photographers offer classes or entire courses in digital infrared photography that may benefit you by seeing these techniques firsthand. It is a good opportunity to increase your skill levels. For a more affordable option, search for free online digital photo classes and you will likely find a wide selection to choose from. This is a convenient and inexpensive option that will help you learn more about doing infrared photography independently.<br /><br />There are also samples of photos taken using infrared photography that will peak your interest in learning more about this technique. You will be surprised by the results you can achieve and you will improve your skills as a photographer. Digital infrared photography is rapidly increasing in popularity and you can join the fun by learning a little more about this unique form of photography.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-91795486842363218312013-11-18T23:41:00.005-08:002013-11-18T23:41:46.385-08:00That Editorial Photographer Now Wants to Capture You Candidly!<div style="text-align: justify;">
Any art form, that is well preserved so far, has taken its own undue time to evolve into what it is today. Take photography for instance, in less than a century, the artistic capture of events has slowly molded itself into a more mainstream career very recently. Where fashion and commercial photography have been the booming rivulets of mainstream photography, editorial photography has been around for awhile. Yet, in comparison with the former two, editorial photography seems to be facing tougher times.<br /><br />In a surprising disclosure, many photographers are now pursuing the candid nature of editorial photography full-fledged. Recent statistics about professional photography suggest a high demand for editorial photographers for varied reasons. An editorial photo shoot is one of the most common and widely applicable forms of photography, especially, deployed in press and magazine purposes.<br /><br />A little shift from the regular trend, many photographers are now giving a creative and trendier curve to the editorial photography genre. What makes editorial photo shoots so popular with the shutterbugs and masses alike is the fact that, unlike commercial and fashion photography, it isn't about any selling pitches to advertise a product or a high-profile lifestyle. It is about communicating a topic through your pictures, your shots. Most freelancers, amateurs start as an editorial photographer for a base.<br /><br />Editorial photography emerged as a by-product of journalism. Images that supported the theme of the editorial copy, or at the very least, said what the words were insufficient to imply. It is needless to say that an image is worth a thousand words. And that is why editorial photography is important; yet it is not so booming. A lot of creative thought and effort needs to go behind an editorial shoot because a photographer has to replicate what the content reflects through his compositions. The very mood of the article piece needs to be captured perfectly in order to support the editorial well.<br /><br />So unlike other professional formats of photography, editorial photo shoots come with a lot of creative freedom; which is a breather from following client briefs and working in a stipulated framework! That's why we are experiencing an influx of photographers into editorial streams in the recent times. Somewhere back in time, a noted editorial photographer had urged local people to come forward for editorial shoots. The photographer had various themes in mind that he wanted to capture through his lens, so he floated open invitations to people around to incorporate as much genuineness as possible in his photo shoots.<br /><br />Most common people get ready to shoot themselves by photographers. That brings more sincerity and authenticity to a photographer's work.<br /><br />The latest to hit the stand is news from a photographer who is compiling editorial shots of all residents in his city who previously hailed from other nations. He plans to put up an exhibition of his multi-cultural, diverse-ethnicity-depicting shoots in an exhibition later to commemorate the Cosmopolis streak of his city.<br /><br />Prince is a figure frequently quoted with photography industry. He has been writing extensively about newer and latest happenings in the field of professional photography, Toronto. Prince is photography connoisseur for years now, researching and understanding the evolving of Photography.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-9467235081364921162013-11-18T23:41:00.002-08:002013-11-18T23:41:16.132-08:00Bridal Boudoir Photography Is a Unique Gift Idea<div style="text-align: justify;">
Bridal boudoir photography is used to create a unique and personal gift from the bride to the groom. The images captured in this type of photography depict the bride in a portrait where they wear revealing clothing and pose in sensual ways that show their more intimate side. Most of the time, the photo is taken prior to the wedding so that the bride can give the photo to the groom before the wedding or immediately after.<br /><br />For many soon-to-be-brides, this is an opportunity to show a flirtier side of their personality. The groom may be surprised to learn that there is another part of your personality that he has never seen before. For future brides who are concerned about keeping the images private, simply requesting the photography studio to keep your photo shoot and resulting photos secret should help keep your photos private. Your goal is to provide your new husband with a symbolic photo that lets him know that you are willing to share everything with him - even if you are not willing to share it with the rest of the world.<br /><br />In order to get a photo that reflects your true feelings, you will need to be completely committed to the photo shoot. If you are not, your lack of enthusiasm will be apparent in your photo. You will have to make the effort to try a number of different poses in order to accentuate your best features and give the photographer the material needed to get the best photo. Typical poses include lying on your stomach, lying on your back, full body shots and posing with a pillow.<br /><br />The outfits you choose to wear at your photo shoot will also be an important factor in the overall appearance of the photo. You should choose it well in advance of the photo shoot to ensure it is something you will be happy with and that it is your best option. You will want to make every effort to create a photo that your recipient will view favorably and the outfit you choose will make a big difference in achieving that outcome.<br /><br />While planning for your boudoir photography session, it is always a good idea to keep your future husband's tastes in mind. While this will help you choose the clothing and location that will please him, it will also help you prevent incorporating any features that he will not approve of.<br /><br />Intimacy is at the heart of bridal boudoir photography. Your goal is not to take a photo that you will share with everyone but only with that one special person with whom you feel most comfortable. Keep in mind that you are not selecting wedding favors, but an intimate, personal photo that your new husband is certain to appreciate.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-86583209172358985502013-11-18T23:39:00.001-08:002013-11-18T23:39:12.514-08:00The Versatility of Decorating With Letter Art Photography<div style="text-align: justify;">
Letter art photography is that which uses a variety of natural items to create letters that are then used to spell out names, greetings or other messages. This is a unique form of art work that is also versatile enough to use as a decorating tool in nearly any setting. Each letter is made with different items so that the overall effect is striking and customized. These photographs are typically taken in black and white with no two letters being the same.<br /><br />Letter art photography can be made to meet the needs for any room or location. Spell out the last name for a unique wedding gift that symbolizes the new couple's last name. "Welcome" or "Home Sweet Home" are also topic ideas for giving anyone a house warming gift that they will truly appreciate. There is no other form of art that offers you more versatility for designing and creating something that is right for any recipient or any occasion. The frame and matting that is used to complete the picture will also add to its unique look.<br /><br />Letter art photography is the ideal choice in a gift when you don't want to worry about giving someone close to you a gift that they will never use. This highly personalized form of art will be the only one of its kind no matter how many gifts are received. It is an effective choice for letting any person know how special they are when you take the time to create a piece of art that is designed with them in mind. For any occasion that calls for a personalized gift, letter art photography is a good choice that allows you to put your imagination to work.<br /><br />If you prefer to purchase a completed work of art instead of making your own, there are numerous online stores that offer letter art photography that is readily available. You can have your finished product almost immediately and already know what it will look like before you order. The many choices in retail stores that carry letter art photography will make it easy for you to find the design that you are looking for and compare prices to get the best value. When you compare several different websites, you may find something that you didn't expect and also get the lowest possible discount to make your purchase a more affordable one. Simply keep the location that will serve as the display spot for your new artwork in mind and look for the piece that will best serve your purpose.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-923990441147818042013-11-18T23:37:00.006-08:002013-11-18T23:37:50.579-08:00Picture Perfect Mechanisms<div style="text-align: justify;">
Photography Mechanics<br /><br />The camera is one of the most significant inventions documented by mankind as a recreational wonder of physics. It operates on the concepts of light as a wave comprising of colored spectra reacting with a chemical based screen for rendering into the image of the light source. The modern camera, however, consists of a digital rendering rather than a chemical rendering. The artificially generated light sensor creates the image at hand. The lens plays an important role in the clarity and the position of the image. In most cases a dual lens combo is used to focus the subject and obtain a panorama of the background with the other. However, a lot of clarity is diminished as a certain portion of light gets absorbed by the lens. For a clearer and more vivid image, a digital single lens reflex (commonly popular as DSLR) is the best choice.<br /><br />The Usual Suspects<br /><br />Most cameras which render digital photographs combine several aspects of light filters in its use. The most common elements that can be controlled by the photographer would be:<br /><br />• ISO which determines the aperture of exposure<br /><br />• Brightness which control the exposure of the subject with reference to backlights<br /><br />• White balance for the contrast<br /><br />• Shutter speed for time of exposure<br /><br />• Focus which determines the focal distance for a clear image of the subject and controls the level of blur<br /><br />All these aspects can be found in any digital camera, however, in a DSLR, some of these options including zooming can be done manually.<br /><br />For a Few Dollars More<br /><br />Most digital cameras come in relatively cheap with respect to the extremely powerful cameras that are usually seen with professional photographers. However with a budget like 500 dollars, one can easily come up with a DSLR among the beginner's range. These cameras are best for hobby photographing and can even hold up to panoramic views in the right settings.<br /><br />On the subject<br /><br />Photography takes on an incredibly diverse subject field where the entirety of the job description depends on the experience of the photographer. The subject in focus should not be too outlandish with respect to background, and yet should not vanish in it either. The blends should be made perfect in the photograph's raw form itself and not through any digital texturing software which can make the photograph look artificial. Most of the mathematics involved can now be done automatically by a DSLR using a variety of sensors.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-20479587874793314252013-11-18T23:37:00.003-08:002013-11-18T23:37:18.569-08:00When to Shoot Your Landscape Photographs<div style="text-align: justify;">
Landscape photography is one of the most popular forms of digital photography, and some would argue that it is something of a saturated market for fine art photographers. Many have pondered the question of how to improve their landscape photographs in such a competitive market. It is one thing to adhere to the "golden rules" of photography, but perhaps it is at least as important to consider in which type of lighting conditions to shoot your landscape images.<br /><br />The best photographers are able to emphasize the differentiators in their images, and one way to do this is to shoot under the most intriguing lighting conditions. The most obvious way to achieve this is to shoot during sunrise and sunset. The warm and golden colors can be one of the most attractive features of landscape photography.<br /><br />A word of caution though, because these types of images are so popular, the photography market has become very much flooded with these types of shots. This means that your sunrise and sunset shots will have to be of the highest caliber to get a reasonable rate of return from them. Having said that, by following the golden rules of photography, such as the rules of thirds and shooting at the right time, you can take some beautiful landscape images that can stand out in the crowd.<br /><br />Sunrise and sunset are generic terms describing the golden hours of the day, but it is important to more accurately define the best of these conditions for photographers. Prior to sunset and after sunrise, when the sun is still in the sky, is when you will see the most richly saturated colors on a landscape. This is particularly important if you are shooting away from the sun, when you are truly trying to light your subject. However, if you are interested in shooting a skyscape, then you should be looking to shoot during twilight: when the sun is beyond the horizon and the sky is full of rich warm colors. This will likely result in some very dark tones, but this in itself can make a great photograph.<br /><br />Sunrise and sunset are not the only targets for landscape photographers, though. Storm conditions, while not very inviting for outdoors activities, can also produce some stunning and very dramatic looking landscape images. Low hanging dark clouds, engulfing the peaks of mountaintops can be very intriguing photographic targets. In warmer climates, you should look to compose your images towards the end of a storm. In these conditions, the clearing skies and rising warm air can produce some very dramatic mist images.<br /><br />This doesn't mean that you have to pack your camera away at the height of the day. A truly magnificent composition will stand up to scrutiny under the bluest of blue skies. However, it is important for a photographer to understand that when the rest of the world is ducking for cover or winding up their day, getting your camera out can bring many rewards.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-75826952903196885142013-11-18T23:36:00.002-08:002013-11-18T23:36:45.082-08:00The Photography IndustryHave you ever considered taking your photography hobby to the next level? Ever wonder what it would be like to take pictures for a living? In the photography industry, there are several different career paths one may go down if they choose to enter the field. Photographers have the ability to cross into many different sectors and work environments, as humans are visual beings and there are many different markets which call for photographers to take their businesses to the next level. Within the field, there are numerous types of photography subfields that you may be able to choose from when it comes to your photography career.<br /><br />Here are some possibilities which may strike you as a possible career:<br /><br />1. Fashion Photography<br /><br />When some people think of a photographer, the first thing that may come to mind is fashion photography. Taking pictures of models, clothes, and runway events is no doubt a substantial part of the industry. Pictures may be taken for magazines, ads, and retailers. The point is to give an aesthetically pleasing look to a subject, making it appealing to potential buyers.<br /><br />If you wish to break into the fashion photography industry, a degree in photography, as well as an internship, may be necessary in order to hone in on your skills and gain the experience which may be sought after.<br /><br />Photographers in the fashion industry may get the opportunity for travel to various locations to shoot models and shows; they may even be able to shoot celebrities if they reach a high enough status. They may meet with fashion editors, stylists, agencies, and retailers to find out what they are tasked with doing for each particular job.<br /><br />2. Wildlife Photography<br /><br />One of the more challenging forms of photography, wildlife photography is the art of taking pictures of non-domesticated animals and nature. Photographers may need to have the ability to shoot in any environment, capture the animal in question on film, and do it all in a technically sound and accurate fashion. The job may be difficult, as some animals fear being approached, some have different sleep schedules, and some may just simply not want to cooperate.<br /><br />Wildlife photography is important for both its artistic and scientific values*. They may snap shots of endangered species, catch animals in the act of feeding, mating, nurturing their young, or perhaps take pictures of animals that some people have never seen before. They may have to travel to the far ends of the earth to get these photos, stopping at nothing to get the shot.<br /><br />3. Underwater Photography<br /><br />Usually done while wearing scuba gear, underwater photographers go to great lengths (no pun intended) to capture photos of sea life. They may photograph fish and other aquatic animals, as well as shipwrecks, underwater caves, or geological features not seen on land.<br /><br />Besides having photography skills, underwater photographers may also need to be certified divers, depending on if they use scuba equipment or not. It may also be helpful for these photographers to develop techniques in diving which allow them to get close to the specimen without scaring it away.<br /><br />4. Wedding Photography<br /><br />When it comes to someone's big day, they want the best. They want to be able to look back at pictures and remember the special moments which were created on their wedding day. To do this, they hire wedding photographers. These professionals document the day's events, from the bride getting ready, all the way until the last dance of the night. They are charged with staging wedding party photos and coming up with the poses for the marrying couple to act out in order to get the right angles and capture important details.<br /><br />Wedding photographers often have assistants on the job. That way, they may be able to capture different angles, or perhaps they can focus on posed shots while their assistant takes candid photos. After the wedding is over, the photographer puts together albums and DVDs for the couple to keep.<br /><br />5. Paparazzi Photography<br /><br />Sometimes said to be a demanding and difficult job, paparazzi are the ones snapping candid shots of celebrities with the possibility of the picture making it into tabloids and magazines. As many of us have seen, photos taken by paparazzi are often displayed as the subject being incompliant or unaware of the photographer.<br /><br />Paparazzi may sometimes have to work odd hours and go to different locations in order to photograph a chosen celebrity. However, if they get the right shot, it could be worth a substantial amount of money. Most of these photographers work freelance and then sell their photographs to different publications, typically chosen based on who is paying the most for each picture.<br /><br />These are just a few of the many types of photography within the industry. Having an eye and the talent for photography, as well as a degree in the field, may help a photographer to find a job in their chosen career path. By earning a photography degree, one may be able to hone in their skills, as well as learn various techniques which may help them upon completion from their program.<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-8344057286888167642013-11-18T23:35:00.007-08:002013-11-18T23:35:50.281-08:00Camera Bags for Women Don't Have to Be Boring<div style="text-align: justify;">
For a woman photographer, the biggest nightmare is the bag she uses to carry her expensive equipment from job to job. Most women, especially those that are full time photographers, take pride in their appearance and are looking for camera bags for women that are not boring or uninspiring.<br /><br />There are so many different holder styles available for your equipment from backpacks to hard cases, but as a woman, you want something that is visually appealing and that you can take with you to any occasion and not feel as though you have something ugly attached to you throughout the event.<br /><br />When it comes to camera bags for women there are a number of stylish, unique and different options available from brightly colored holders with a variety of different pockets to those that look like a handbag with an over the shoulder or over the arm handle.<br /><br />Why should you have to settle for those ugly backpacks or black and boring cases, when you can be creative and have a holder that you can take anywhere at any time, day or night and still feel like a woman.<br /><br />The advantage to these camera bags for women is the security aspect. They look just like handbags, they can include your keys and purse with ease in their own divider, keeping them away from your expensive equipment. This enables you to take your camera with you all the time and no one will ever know.<br /><br />These unique holders are available in bright and bold colors to blend in with your wardrobe. There are also stunning pattern designs available that only a woman could pull off. Whether it's hot pink or bright blue, you can have the bag of your dreams, which looks like a handbag, but offers so much more.<br /><br />Some of the popular camera bags for women come in green, pink, blue, red and orange. They can be chosen as a plain color complemented with white strapping or a patterned bag with a leaf or chevron design, made to look like a handbag.<br /><br />The detail in these holders ensure that you cannot tell them apart from your regular handbag, complete with buckles and outstanding detail, which makes them easy to incorporate into your wardrobe.<br /><br />The most important consideration over color and design when choosing camera bags for women is their use. For a woman that wants to carry her expensive camera and combine that with her purse, keys and other womanly items, the larger the bag the better.<br /><br />Choosing camera bags for women should have specific factors take into consideration from the material used in the design to the color choices and the number of dividers within the bag to the padding. You need to ensure the equipment is safe at all times while remaining fashionable.<br /><br />Most women in the industry take a lot of pride in their appearance. Not when they're out in the forest capturing scenic shots, but when they are on the job and heading to the White House or important meeting, they need to not only look the part, but they need to ensure that their equipment holder works with their clothing choice, shoes and accessories.<br /><br />Which is why these bags are increasing in popularity with women photographers. The ability to choose your equipment holder as a fashionable accessory and break away from the normal and uninspiring designs, is what makes women photographers lucky in a way.<br /><br />They can choose the bold colors and stunning designs, unlike the men photographers. They can choose their case to blend in with their clothing and still remain feminine and stylish when out and about.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-8244004265295118832013-11-18T23:35:00.003-08:002013-11-18T23:35:15.333-08:00Top Reasons Why You Should Consider Adding Cool Effects To Photos<div style="text-align: justify;">
There are quite a few people out there who think that adding effects to photos is wrong. These are the people who typically have a very traditionalist approach to photography. What they don't know that even the most professional and highly regarded photographers these days encourage the addition of cool photo effects to enhance the overall look and feel of photographs. The one thing that you need to bear in mind about adding effects to your photographs is that it should be done in such a manner that it must not change the image. What this means is that you can just remove or add certain elements, or just highlight one that is already there so that you can attain a shot that is literally perfect in all its different senses. Apart from that, given below are a few major reasons as to why you should consider adding photo effects:<br /><br />Got errors on your photo? Hide them away with cool photo effects!<br /><br />You heard that right! If there are any errors whatsoever over the image that you just shot, you can easily hide it by adding effects to photos. This way, there wouldn't be any need whatsoever for you to discard a photograph for the simple reason that it has a minor error over it. No matter how good or bad an image you have acquired, you can actually make it look a hundred percent better by adding effects to it. Cheating the human eye isn't all that hard these days and that is just what you will be doing when you add effects to photos. Any part of the shot that you think needs improvements can easily be enhanced this way. Thanks to effects, there is no reason at all as to why you should have an imperfect image at hand!<br /><br />It helps in the enhancement of your photos<br /><br />Every single photographer out there obviously wishes to attain perfection in the photographs that he or she snaps. To them, any image that hasn't achieved perfection is a waste. For this reason, even the top photographers these days make changes in their photos to make them perfect with the help of cool photo effects. There are endless effects that you can use to enhance the overall appearance of your photo shots, so make sure that you look into them from now onwards to get that wow factor in your images.<br /><br />Highlight the subject of your photographs through photo effects<br /><br />You can actually add effects to photos in order to highlight the subject of your shots. Your subject is obviously the focus of your photograph so you can highlight it all the more with the addition of photo effects. The best part about this is that by doing so, you really wouldn't change or ruin the subject of your photograph, but would just enhance it more so that it receives the best attention.<br /><br />If truth be told, there are endless reasons why you should add photo effects, but to sum them all up, it is best for you to use effects in your photos to give them a more 'perfect' look and feel.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-55902695892408920932013-11-18T23:34:00.002-08:002013-11-18T23:34:51.187-08:00Information About The Different Cool Photo Effects That You Can Add To Your Photo Shots<div style="text-align: justify;">
The possession of a digital camera is extremely common these days. There's barely a household out there that doesn't own this hi-tech gadget. Now, considering the frequent and rather common utilization of digital cameras to snap photos, impressing your family members and friends with the photographs that you have taken is no longer easy - their expectations have somehow risen above the norms. However, there's good news, as you can now add effects to photos to make them look as if they have been shot by a professional, and impress all those around you. Here's a bit of information about the different cool photo effects that you can add to your shots:<br /><br />Add in the black and white photo effect<br /><br />If you have a color photo at hand that you'd like to add an effect to, then it is highly recommended for you to use the black and white photo effect over it. Believe it or not, this photo effect works wonders and actually triggers soothing feelings and nostalgia. The best part about it is that it gives more definition and depth to the images.<br /><br />Oil painting effects work wonders too<br /><br />Give your photos the old canvas look and feel by adding the oil paint effect to them. If truth be told, giving your photos a more painting-like touch is only possible through an artist and it doesn't come cheap. But you can now use your computer skills instead and add these effects to your photos within moments - that too professionally!<br /><br />Add in the sepia effect to your shots<br /><br />If you want to add a look of the past to your images, then the sepia effect is your best choice. The thing with the sepia effect is that it actually gives a duller look and feel to your photos by adding a bit of a light brown tint to them. What this basically does is that it fades down the image and gives it a wear and tear type appearance. So if you want to 'olden' up your photos, add the sepia effect to them now!<br /><br />Give your photos a sketch-like feel with the pencil sketch effect<br /><br />If you want to make your photos look like they have been sketched with a pencil, then it is highly recommended for you to try out the pencil sketch photo effect. It helps give your photos the kind of effect that a photo artist on the street can give by painting on paper. It is one of the most interesting cool photos effects that you can add to your shots for it adds a bit of an artistic touch to them.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-76976683958329095802013-11-18T23:33:00.005-08:002013-11-18T23:33:53.626-08:00Top Five Things to Consider When Choosing a Wedding Photographer<div style="text-align: justify;">
1. The Photographer's Aesthetic<br /><br />There are many different approaches to wedding photography. When browsing images of photographers that have caught your eye, ask yourself what is it about the pictures that you like. Some photographers create very posed, formal pictures, while some prefer a more spontaneous approach. You will also notice that some photographers use bright colors while some have a more muted palette to their images. In addition some photographers like their photos to look light and airy while others prefer to create images with lots of dark tones. Which style do you like the best? The reason this is important to think about when looking at wedding photographers is that, while it is great to discuss your preferences and tastes with prospective photographers, it is not advisable to ask a photographer to completely change his or her style for your wedding. It is better instead to choose someone who has images on your website that look like what you'd like your wedding to look like. So for example if you like a lot of candid photos, make sure that the photographers you choose to meet feature lots of those images in their portfolios.<br /><br />2. Customer Service<br /><br />How quickly does the photographer respond to your emails and phone calls? Does he or she take the time to listen to you and understand what you are looking for in your wedding photos? Planning the photography side of your wedding is an involved process that requires careful attention to detail to ensure proper scheduling and execution. You want to make sure you have a photographer that you can reach by email and phone, who will get back to you promptly.<br /><br />3. Personality<br /><br />I definitely recommend meeting with your photographer in person before the wedding if possible. If not, ask if you can at least arrange a Skype call to talk virtual face to virtual face. You want to make sure that you enjoy this person's company! This is someone who will likely be with you from getting ready in the morning all the way until the last song at the end of the night. If you do not feel comfortable with her or him now, chances are you will not feel comfortable on your wedding day either. In my opinion, a good wedding photographer has a sense of humor, smiles a lot, cares deeply about you and your fiancé's needs, and loves what she does so much it radiates from her pores. How you feel about your photographer will, believe it or not, come through in your photos, so pick someone you'll have fun being around on your big day.<br /><br />4. Deliverables<br /><br />What are you actually receiving from the photographer? It can be overwhelming to compare different packages and add-ons. The prices can vary wildly. It can also be challenging to decide on what you want. For most couples, I recommend having a copy of the digital files, a small selection of prints, and an album. In my own wedding I ordered too many prints and two years later still haven't figured out what to do with all of them as I only framed three, but I show my wedding album to everyone who comes to my home to visit. I recommend telling the photographer what you are looking for in terms of albums, prints, and digital files, even if it is different that what's on his or her list of packages. It's also good to check and see what the digital files will be. Will they all be color corrected and enhanced, or will you just receive digital proofs and need to pay additional fees for post-processing?<br /><br />5. Trust Your Gut<br /><br />Last but not least your instincts will usually lead you in the right direction. A wedding is an affair of the heart, so don't forget to include it in the decision process!<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-18103285369197131342013-11-18T23:33:00.001-08:002013-11-18T23:33:14.249-08:00How to Select a Wedding Photographer for Your Wedding<div style="text-align: justify;">
The wedding day is fast paced and will be remembered in blurred moments by the couple. One of the best investments is a photographer for a wedding in Sydney. A photographer will capture all the special moments and memories from the day so it can be remembered forever. There are a few qualities that will help couples find the perfect wedding photographer.<br /><br />The pictures from the wedding are a keepsake that future generations can look at fondly. They are also the only physical thing couples get to take with them from the wedding they have spent thousands of dollars on. It is very important to choose an experienced and preferably accredited photographer.<br /><br />First, couples need to choose the style of photography preferred. There is traditional with mostly posed imaged. There is the possibility of candid shots where subjects do not know they are being photographed. There is a glamour approach as well as photographers who can combine these styles and more. Other styles include romantic and modern and natural and stylish.<br /><br />Each photographer has a different artistic eye. Some photographers can express the couple's personality creatively and with style. Others have a photojournalist style that captures moments as they occur. Photographers can also capture every detail of the beauty of the couple and the wedding day so that it reflects the atmosphere, energy, and emotions of the day.<br /><br />Photographers can have a natural and effortless story telling style. They also should have experience in digital postproduction, creative retouching, and artistic manipulation. Photographers should have some design planning, experience, and unique creativity in utilizing cinematic techniques and equipment.<br /><br />The intimacy and romance of the day should be captured without the photographer being obtrusive in the day. They will have the ability to capture the celebration of family, friends, tradition, and personality.<br /><br />Couple should decide how much of the day they want documented. They may only want photos of the ceremony while others want a complete package that can include engagement pictures, rehearsal dinner photos, bridal portraits, and newlywed photos.<br /><br />If the bride or groom are not the creative types, then they should find a full service wedding photographer that can provide a photo album of the best photos from the day. If a photographer does not offer these services, couples find that their wedding photos stay on a disk in the office, collecting dust for decades. This is a waste of money and photos cannot be enjoyed or displayed.<br /><br />A budget needs to be determined before choosing a wedding photographer. This is a very important part of the wedding, so more of the budget should be allotted for this service. On average, the photographer fees and prints usually are twelve percent of a wedding budget.<br /><br />Make a list of photographers whose style fits the couple's needs and budget. Schedule meetings with the photographers and ask them as many questions as possible so no stone is left unturned. Make sure they are available on the wedding day and ask about their experience, if weddings are their specialty, how long they will be there on the day, and how soon to expect prints.<br /><br />Couples need to browse samples of their photography work, get details on their various wedding packages, and ask about the standard shots they perform. The couple needs to make sure they are comfortable with the photographer, or the photos will come out subpar no matter how spectacular the photographer is. Couples need to choose a photographer they both like.<br /><br />Once a photographer is chosen, make sure to keep in contact with them throughout the planning process. All appointments, plans, reservations, and times need to be planned and confirmed. A week before, re-confirm all the plans and times with the wedding photographer.<br /></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17053327019261893130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3704973472375071390.post-81426993643222887092013-11-18T23:31:00.005-08:002013-11-18T23:31:54.515-08:00Photography Mistakes Couples Make on Their Wedding Day<div style="text-align: justify;">
After all the time and planning that has gone into choosing the perfect wedding photographer, there are many things that can happen that will ruin pictures. These are usually mistakes the couple makes. Knowing ahead of time what mistakes to avoid will help couples truly enjoy their Sydney wedding photographer.<br /><br />The most important thing to consider when hiring a photographer is the connection. Couples need to feel comfortable with the photographer. If there is any awkwardness or problems communicating, then photos will not turn out well.<br /><br />Brides will often forget to finalize the wedding day schedule with the photographer. Do not leave this up to the photographer to do. They have a million things going on with consulting with couples, taking photos, editing photos, and more. It is the job of the bride to do all confirmation communication with, not just the photographer, but all vendors.<br /><br />There is a lot for photographers to consider in terms of photographing and natural light. Certain times of day photograph better than others. For example, midday sun will cast harsh and unflattering shadows on the face. Late day sun is much more beautiful because it casts a warm glow on everyone. The photographer will confirm the best time to do outdoor portraits.<br /><br />Pay attention to the schedule that is discussed with the photographer prior to the wedding. Respect that schedule and stick to it. Being an hour late can make the images subpar. It takes time for great pictures.<br /><br />Relatives who have professional photography equipment should not bring it to the wedding. They will only get in the way of the hired photographer. This relative will think they are doing the couple a favour taking photos, but if that were the case the couple would have hired them. They can make the photographer miss great shots.<br /><br />It is a good idea to explain to the photographer how each person looks their best. If the groom looks better when he does not smile, the photographer should know this before giving commands for photos. A good practice is to show a photographer two photos - one that the bride or groom likes of themselves and one that they do not like.<br /><br />Do not let the day be consumed with posing for photos. Some of the best moments on the wedding day are photographed naturally in a photojournalist style. Portraits that are captured naturally will be some of the best from the day.<br /><br />Designate a trusted friend or relative who knows the family well to be in charge of organizing people for family portraits. They can gather everyone that is needed for photos, direct them on the shots that they will be in, and release them when they are done so they do not take time up chatting in the photo area. This will help family portraits run quick and smooth.<br /><br />Making things perfect will only ruin the day. The whole point of the wedding day is to have fun. Do not worry about getting cake on the dress or forgetting a pose the couple really wanted to get. Go with the flow and keep smiling. Photos will not come out well if the bride is madly commanding people.<br /><br />Do not try to pose without photographer instruction. A good photographer knows how to best pose people in a way that they look the most flattering and that allows photo taking to go quickly. Just relax and act naturally. Couples need to allow themselves to be in the moment and really feel the love for the each other. This will create the best pictures.<br /></div>
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