Top Ten Tips (4-6)

Continuing on from the last post! This week my class began to learn of 3 new techniques.  We went on another couple of photo walks and tried capturing new things with new techniques.  Below are my examples...and now for techniques and their definitions:
*Move in close/Fill the frame-This technique is pretty much the same as the fill the frame technique in my past blog post.  This is to get rid of any excess background and focus in on one subject or object.  Move your feet to get as close as possible to your subject, then(if necessary) use the lens to focus in closer.
*Blur the Background - This is another technique used to focus in on one main subject.  Blurring the background gets rid of any distractions and leads the eyes of the viewer to what you want to be the focal point.  This can be done by focusing on an object to the right or left of the subject and then moving the lens back to what you want to be the focus.  This will provide a cool effect and direct the eyes of the viewer to your subject.
*Horizontal-This is a good technique to use when you are trying to capture a tall or long subject.  Sometimes just the simple rotation of your camera can create a different perspective for the viewer.  Just rotate your camera to be horizontal and it may give the picture a new meaning.

{This picture of Carter is an example of filling the frame and moving in close.}

{This is an example of blurring the background.  By blurring the background the color of the rose really pops and stands out to the eye.}

{This picture of Hannah Hays is an example of taking a photo horizontally.  By taking this horizontally I was able to get her feet in the picture rather than cutting her in half at the waist.}