Beginner how to take better photos

Get a little closer

Robert, a famous photojournalist, once said that if your picture is not good enough, it is because you are not close enough. He says the most important thing is to get moving and take a few extra steps to get close to your subject. Using a good body frame makes your photos look like they don't waste a lot of space, and the closer you get to your subject, the better you'll be able to capture their facial expressions.

Shoot a little every day

The best way to hone your photography is through practice. It doesn't matter what you shoot, it's important to practice as much as possible. Spend more time with your camera. As your experience improves, so will your photography. Don't worry too much about mastering the right way of photography in the beginning, because gradually you will master your own style of photography, which is the correct process of progress.

Use light when you see it

Before you consider buying a new camera, consider the light source and let the light be your advantage. Whether it's a natural light source like sunlight, or an artificial light source like light, how do you use it to make your photos more colorful? How to cooperate with the scene light source? How do you use light sources to create interesting shadows? All of these techniques can make ordinary photographs more exciting.

Use flash during the day

You might think you only need to use a flash at night or indoors, but that's not true. If the sun is shading your subject in a very bright outdoor setting, turn on the flash. Eliminate those unsightly shadows and create a brighter environment by letting extra light shine on your subject.

ISO

When you decide to use different ISO values, there are some issues you need to consider:

What time of the day do you shoot? If you are shooting at noon, you need to set the ISO to 100 or 200. If you're shooting at night and without a tripod, you'll have to set the ISO to a higher value to ensure that the camera's sensor captures the light from the scene. Is the body bright enough? If your subject or scene is too dark, you'll need to use a higher ISO such as 800 or 1600.

Do you want to make a clear image or a more dynamic image? Using a high shutter speed to capture fast motion means you need to use a high ISO to compensate for exposure. Similarly, if you use a slow shutter speed to capture motion, you can set a lower ISO value. Don't forget that adding ISO will also add noise to your photos. Avoid using high ISO values such as 3200 or 6400, or your images will be full of noise.

F / 4

F / 4 is the more commonly used aperture. When you use a lens with a large aperture (200mm-400mm), you can separate the subject from the background. This will create a shallow depth of field effect that can be used in all types of photography.

Make a joke

When photographing people, a proper joke from the photographer always makes the subject produce a more natural smile, rather than simply saying "smile".

Read your camera manual

Reading the instructions carefully is the best way to learn how to use the camera. Many people miss out on this important process when they start studying photography. Each camera is different. By reading the instruction manual, you can better understand the camera and learn some interesting tips.

Slow down

Before you press the shutter button, spend more time thinking about what's in the viewfinder. How are you going to structure it? How do you plan to arrange the light? Don't just press the shutter button without thinking about it, you'll end up with a lot of junk.

Shape of light

Do not shoot when the light is coming from behind the photographer. This will create an unsightly horizontal light on the subject. If the scene is taken in metering or backlighting, the light can create a more spectacular picture.

Shutter speed

Pay attention to your shutter speed, because shutter speed means the difference between a blurry photo and a sharp one. It all depends on what you want to achieve. If you want to shoot or run in the backyard, you want to focus on the subject. To capture fast motion, you need to use a shutter speed of more than 1/500 and a shutter speed of 1/1000 to 1/2000 for faster motion.

On the other hand, if you want to capture the track of the headlamp, you need to change the shutter speed of your camera to use a slow shutter and a long exposure. This could be 1 second, 2 seconds, 10 seconds or more.

The focal length

Keep it simple. The two most commonly used lenses by this writer are 28mm and 35mm. About 70 percent of the time use 35mm lenses and 30 percent use 28mm lenses. Although it will take some time to get used to it, once you get used to it, your photo quality will definitely improve. That means you have to shoot with the equipment you have and don't want to slack off.

Basically, using a fixed focal length means you can take more pictures, and paying less attention to good pictures can help you stop missing important moments. The same focal length also helps to keep the photo consistent. If you're shooting a series, keeping the same focal length will make the whole series more harmonious.

Keep it simple

Don't try to put too many elements in your picture, it will make the picture look messy instead. If you focus only on one or two points of interest, the viewer's gaze will not be confused, and they will focus on where they need to look.

Don't rely on equipment

We've definitely seen this type of photographer. They usually have three or four different cameras around their necks, the longest of which is enough to go to Africa to take hunting pictures. In real life photography, it's possible that you don't need all the equipment at all. Having just one or two shots allows you to shoot more freely and quickly and capture some interesting perspectives.

Perspective of 16.

In general, when we're squatting, lying down, or looking taller, we get a more engaging view. Trying to change the Angle of view can increase the intensity of the picture and enhance the visual impact. Squatting allows your subject to be dynamic and increasing the height reduces their presence.

Pay attention to background

What's your frame? I often look at great photos and think, "Don’t they see the trash can, the ugly wall and the sign?" Not only does it affect your frame and frame, it can ruin such a wonderful picture. So don't be shy, ask a passer-by to remove objects from the background that affect the image, or to clean yourself up before shooting.

Shadow.

Shadow is best friend. If you don't have a way to create effective light while shooting, you can shoot in the shadow. You'll get a nice picture without even the spots.

Be patient and persistent

Patience and perseverance are especially important over time, sometimes waiting longer to get the best shots. Kung fu pays attention to people. While practicing your skills, don't forget to exercise your perseverance.

Break the rules

Now you know some rules about photography, and all you need to do is break them! Keep experimenting with different ways of taking pictures, be happy to take them, and learn from your mistakes. Create your own photography skills and style to take more wonderful photos.