If I had one and only one tip to pass on to a budding photography student, it would to look at the world around us from a different perspective.
And that would be to look at photography subjects not as objects or collections, but to observe them as assemblages of various degrees of light.
As the eye moves from reality to the focal plane, the brain must perceive the nuances of both shadow and reflection. It is not instinctive, but rather, it is a skill that can be honed with practice.
Morning and evening light is the best, as the lower angle and intensity creates natural contrast that makes photos come alive!
Photography is light. And understanding the properties of light will lead to better photos!
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I agree Richard it is all about light and the position or angle the photo is taken from too.
Thanks for helping me look at photography from a different perspective. You and your photos are good teachers, Richard.
Richard: When you start handing out photography advice, there must be a proverbial line out the door. I'll take photography tips from you anytime.
Creating visual images with a camera is all about light and more importantly seeing. The latter is all about learning to observe whether you are going to make a photograph or not. Seeing is really about experience and how you encounter and discover the world around you.
Can you remember the last time you looked the icescape of frost on your window? Or the patterns of furniture in the living room of your listing?
The nuances discovered by learning to see will help you discover the light needed to re-create an experience for others. Light is one critical element as is composition or visual design. Remember is not about the camera you use but more about the experience of the person who made the image.
The best way to learn and improve is to keep your camera handy and make at least one picture a day. Digital is cheap and the learning curve is zero. I know you will see the light! And everyone will have better images of homes to see online.
This all sounds interesting, but when I push the button on the top its still going to take a picture right?
Gary...
If I could hazard a guess, I would say that 95% of all of the photos taken are improperly lit. That's why the pros pay for all of that equipment. Thanks for the comment.
Lottie...
Thanks for the kind words, and I really appreciate the comment.
Chris Ann...
Every now and then, I feel generous. lol and thanks so much for the comment!
Richard - Thanks for the tip re best time to take pics. You are the Photography God....I LOVE all of your photos!
Excellent advice, Richard. Seeing the world around us with a different perspective makes all the difference in the world. Don't just look at it, SEE it!
Debi
Richard, great post and I agree! Thanks for the advice!
I almost always use a slower shutter speed, just because I personally like a LOT of light! But how about telling everyone that when photographing a room with lots of big windows, DO NOT point the camera at a window in broad daylight! >.<
Great photo tips Richard. I like cloudy days, and the "pure light" times as they seem to work best...
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Good morning Richard,
Wow these are great photo tips..thanks for sharing.
Great tips! I have on occassion helped out my photographer friend and I am amazed when i see things through her eyes! And you are so right on the lighting!!!
Great info Richard...I've always admired your photos. Even when I don't have time to spend in the Rain, I stop by to check your photos. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Richard, I agree, the way lighting is used makes or brakes a photo.
Lighting is what it is about. Better lighting better pictures.