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APERTURE ISO SHUTTER SPEEDCAPTURE BEAUTY BLUEBELLS
Grab a portable speaker and put
some music on to set a good
atmosphere for the shootWhen plants are trampled, the
bulbs can’t produce enough energy
to survive, so tread with careHOW TO SHOOT...
PORTRAITSOLD TOYS
Get inspired! Check out how
Kim Leuenberger takes toy car
photography to another levelKIT CHECKLIST...
Kit lens, tripod
FOR YOUR FIRST SHOT, TRY...TIPS FOR GETTING A GREAT SHOT...
When you’re surrounded by a sea of blue
flowers, it’s easy to forget the need for
a subject in your photograph. These
trees provide a focal point for the image.
Think about your angles. To capture
the wider bluebell carpets, try shooting
from about head height or just below.KIT CHECKLIST...
Studio lights, clean backdrop, beauty dish
FOR YOUR FIRST SHOT, TRY...TIPS FOR GETTING A GREAT SHOT...
Different angles can give totally different
looks to your photograph. Try different
poses and see which one your model
and you like best.
Light modifiers are especially helpful in a
studio. They can give you more dispersed
light, making a small light source bigger.f/9 100 ISO 1/160 sec f/8 200 ISO 1/200 secKIT CHECKLIST...
Camera, tripod, macro lens, toy car/model
FOR YOUR FIRST SHOT, TRY...TIPS FOR GETTING A GREAT SHOT...
The closer you are to your subject, the
less depth of field you will have. Go for an
f-stop of around f/8 to get a good amount
of detail. Move your subject away from
the background to get beautiful bokeh.
Take your photos outside in natural
light, but avoid bright sunlight.f/8 ISO 100 1/200 secHOW TO SHOOT...
NATURE & WILDLIFEHIGH-KEY SHOTS
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CREATIVEPERSPECTIVE
We often reach for a wide-angle lens when
photographing a building. Zooming in enables
you to compose and capture a completely
different style of photography.(^) Plan ahead
Focusing on just a few details within a
smaller frame can set your images apart.
(^) Get artistic
Architectural photography has a big place
in fine-art photography. As buildings are
static structures, you can take your time,
plan, experiment and execute well.
(^) Kit
Bring your tripod. You’ll likely be using
a focal length between 200-400mm.
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MACRO
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LANDSCAPES
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BLACK & WHITE
STREET
It’s great returning to the same
spot and trying to push yourself
to get something new
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Camera, prime lens
FOR YOUR FIRST SHOT, TRY...
TIPS FOR GETTING A GREAT SHOT...
Use a fast prime lens and shoot wide-
open. Raising your ISO will allow you
to crank up your shutter speed
and never miss a shot.
If possible, preview your images on the
rear screen in black and white. This will
enable you to visualise areas of light.
f/2 800 ISO 1/250 sec
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NATURE & WILDLIFE
MONOCHROME
Aim for clean backgrounds.
Keeping things simple will
produce amazing results
No matter what style you are shooting,
monochrome images will always bring
dramatic impact to your images.
Know when to shoot mono
Try to find scenes that are naturally full
of contrast to create the best impact.
Details
Monochrome photos help you to see
the textures, lines, patterns, contrasts
and tones within an image.
Harsh light
We often avoid harsh sunlight, but once
converted to mono, the midday sun can
produce a dramatically lit scene.
Bring a friend and challenge
each other on who can find the
most interesting composition
No matter what the scene is,
your image should emphasise
the angle and create perspective
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Camera, wide-angle lens
FOR YOUR FIRST SHOT, TRY...
TIPS FOR GETTING A GREAT SHOT...
Choice of angle is important here. Try to
shoot objects that have a lot of length,
and get up close! Even these pelicans
look totally different from this angle.
Wide-angle lenses distort the most
towards the corners. Keep your
subject near the centre of your frame.
f/5.6 320 ISO 1/250 sec
High-key lighting can turn a horrible photo
situation into something more compelling,
far more often than you’d think.
(^) Go bright
Work in Aperture Priority and use your
camera’s spot metering mode to expose
your subject. You can now increase exposure
compensation for the desired effect.
(^) Background
Find a non-distracting background: that
means the background tones should be
continuous, without deep shadows.
(^) Slide to the right
On your camera’s histogram, your levels
should all be leaning to the right.
This technique is a great way
to break out of a photographic
rut with a familiar subject
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ACTION
WAVES
EIGHT ESSENTIALS YOU NEED
1 Lenses: Switch between wide and telephoto
for a couple of options in frame size.
2 Fast cards: You’ll be shooting many images
in burst mode to capture the ultimate shot.
3 Waterproof housing: Even if you want to
shoot from the beach, a housing is essential.
4 Location: Every country will offer
up distinct shooting opportunities.
5 Polarising filter: A polariser minimises
glare and helps to achieve deeper colours.
6 Tripod: Give yourself the best chance
of a sharp image by using a tripod.
7 Light snacks: Bring fruit and nuts to keep
your energy levels up and hunger down.
8 Staying safe: Start out in some smaller
surf and get used to the weight of your kit.
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