DIGITAL CAMERA^37Gary^MaddockGreene1
Walk-through
I use multiple exposure and
intentional camera movement
techniques to capture and blur
my ‘linescape’ images. Instead
of walking around a focal-point
object as in the in-the-round
technique, I walk through
a scene to an imaginary
vanishing point, taking
my shots as I go.2
Painting with tech
Light is important. Direct glare
into the lens works well, as
does picking out a vibrant
colour source; sunsets,
shop signs, bright clothing and
reflective windows are all great.
I liken these techniques and
props to an artist’s brush
strokes: each creates a
different texture or impression.3
Creativity is key
I create my Impressionist
images on my phone using
two apps: Slow Shutter and
Snapseed. To allow you to get
creative, there is an infinite
number of settings and styles
to combine. Playing with
styles, shutter speeds and
motion settings between the
two apps opens new worlds.
I’m constantly tweaking
and adapting to different
techniques in this way.4
Shaping the light
Being in the right place at the
right time for that perfect light is
not always possible – especially
with a moving target and the
whims of the weather in the mix.
Thankfully, however, post-
processing is now extremely
accessible. I find that using
a combination of well-placed
radial and gradient filters
allows me to shape the light
and shadow in a scene to
better reflect my vision.5
App tools
Once I’ve created my image with
the Slow Shutter app, I’ll open
Snapseed. Here I will use four
staple tools: Tune Image, to
adjust saturation and ambiance;
Perspective, for lens correction;
Curves to bring up highlights
and shadows; and Details to
sharpen and bring out the
lines and structure.Photo Active
http://www.digitalcameraworld.com MARCH 2021 DIGITAL CAMERA^37