In the world of ever accelerating technological boom, photo cameras have become astonishingly fast, smart, small. Yet is it always a good idea to use hi-tech for self-advancement? After all, do you want to make better photography through gear OR to through your eye ?
Today David Bergman from Adorama TV will share 3 steps need to take before a first shot captured. These techniques show more analytical, manual thoughtful approach to photography.
The very first step is to closely look at your viewfinder. Pay attention not only to your subject but also the background. Meticulously analyze each corner of the frame to make sure there is nothing you don’t like. If there is, however, try moving your position left or right, up – down, move around.
Yes, that dreaded “m” on your switch needs to be turned on. Once feared hell that “m” was bringing to you manifesting in unknown too bright or too dark pictured, now will become your best friend and teacher. Learn how to change Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO to acquire full control of your exposure and begin using it creatively.
It is time to use your other hand. That spinning thing on the lens that had no use before, (since you are snapping away with convenient Auto-Focus), now will become your another friend too. Catching your subject in focus manually is both active and productive experience. Learning how to dive from one focal distance to another will literally extend your photographic vision of the set.
Watch the full episode with David Bergman and Adorama TV: