EXPLAIN & MODEL
Last week we focused (pardon the pun) on the practical elements of how to take a photo using a DSLR and using a lightbox. Today we are going to focus on taking a good photo in terms of subject matter. We are going to consider framing, angles, light, etc.
Many of you said that you planned to use your mobile phone to take your photos. To support you, I found some really good tips.
How to Take Good Photos with a Phone - 10 Killer Tips!
Before we move on, let's consider the following shots and try to identify what makes a good (or bad) shot.
PRACTISE
To practise our skills, we are going to have a little competition. I have constructed a little random subject wheel containing many photograph subject titles. I will spin the wheel to select a random title...
You now have 10 minutes to capture an imaginative and creative photo in response to the topic title. At the end of the 10 minutes, you will exhibit your photo to the class and we will critique your response.
Consider the following elements;
- Good framing (rule of thirds)
- Appropriate shot distance (don't waste frame space with unwanted information)
- Appropriate shot angle
- Focus selection
- Lighting
Take several shots of the same subject with small variations each time and choose your best shot.
REVIEW
Let's see what you came up with!
