Photographs can freeze a moment - and all the hints and tips for getting started in photography!
What You Need - Digital, SLR or Point and Shoot? 5t3g2
First thing's first - you're going to need a camera. Let's look at the pros and cons of each:
- Point and Shoot: Point and shoot cameras are the cheapest thing next to neat effects you can with other cameras.
- Digital: Digital camera's are great for a number or reasons - they let you see the photo right away, so you can delete it if it's no good. They also let you load your pics directly on your computer so there are no printing costs, unless you really want to print them. However, digital cameras are expensive and if you do want to print out your pics you're going to need to shell out for a camera with a really high resolution or your pictures will look all pixilated and gross.
- SLR: SLR stands for single lens reflex. These are what you'd think of as traditional cameras. They're great because they allow you to use tons of manual settings to create the exact look you want, but it can take a while to figure out all the settings.
Composing Your Shot - The Art of Light 4u2b4z
Now that you've got your equipment sorted out, it's time to getting snapping. Take pictures of everything and anything. , this is definitely a case where practice makes perfect. Try shooting from different angles. Get up on a stool to take a picture of your sister watching TV or get as close as you can to lighting works best for your photos.
Developing Your Masterpiece 5u4x33
Now it's time to see the fruits of your labor. If you have a film camera, just pop over to your local photo lab to get your pictures developed. If you have a digital camera, it's as easy as plugging your camera into your email the photo to them to print. Sweet. Don't be discouraged if your pictures aren't perfect. One of the greatest things about photography is that you never stop learning or getting better. Happy snapping!
