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Too Dark? Too Light? Just Right!
How to Take Better Pictures!
Charlene ChausisTechnology Training & IntegrationAdlai E. Stevenson High School,
Lincolnshire, IL5/6/09 NICE Potpourri of Programs
1. Focus
•Camera relies on the focal point
Camera “how to” images from Kodak.com
To Focus
•Press the shutter half-way, then finish the shotwhen ready.
Focus tips
•Zoom in, press half-way, then re-frame the shot.
2. Modes / White Balance
(what’s on the dial?)
Modes
• Usually good results – cameras are pretty “smart”
Auto mode
• Good for long distance shots
• Enhanced colors and contrast, sometimes slower shutter speed
Landscape mode (mountains)
• Get ready for the score! Press and hold half way...
• Try panning, keeps subject focused.
Sports mode (running man)
• Open the iris to let more light in
• Flash, if used, only lights the foreground
Night mode (moon/stars)
Problems with night mode
•Out of focus?
•Camera shake?
Problems with night mode
•Out of focus?
•Camera shake?– Hold your breath,– Use a tripod/hard surface, or– Use the self-timer!
More on modes....
• “Beach/Ski” closes the iris (too much light)
• “Sunset” maintains the reds/averages dark
• “Indoors” (light bulb) balances yellow lighting
3. Composition
•Rule of Thirds
http://www.flickschool.com (Marco Antonio Torres)
Composition
•Rule of Thirds
•Zoom in!
Composition
•Rule of Thirds
•Zoom in!
•Perspective/leading lines
Composition
•Rule of Thirds
•Zoom in!
•Perspective/leading lines
•Patterns
Composition
•Rule of Thirds
•Zoom in!
•Perspective/leading lines
•Patterns
•Framing
Tips/Advice?
•Practice
•Share
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