{"id":1539,"date":"2014-03-02T15:00:11","date_gmt":"2014-03-02T15:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/srbijafoto.rs\/?p=1539"},"modified":"2014-03-02T15:50:14","modified_gmt":"2014-03-02T15:50:14","slug":"11-pouzdanih-saveta-za-pesaznu-fotografiju","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/srbijafoto.rs\/en\/2014\/03\/02\/11-pouzdanih-saveta-za-pesaznu-fotografiju\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Surefire Landscape Photography Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

A Post By: Darren Rowse<\/p>\n

1. Maximize your Depth of Field<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Louis Vest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While there may be times that you want to get a little more creative and experiment with narrow depth of fields in your Landscape Photography \u2013 the normal approach is to ensure that as much of your scene is in focus as possible. The simplest way to do this is to choose a small Aperture setting (a large number) as the smaller your aperture the greater the depth of field in your shots.
\nDo keep in mind that smaller apertures mean less light is hitting your image sensor at any point in time so they will mean you need to compensate either by increasing your ISO or lengthening your shutter speed (or both).
\nPS: of course there are times when you can get some great results with a very shallow DOF in a landscape setting (see the picture of the double yellow line below).<\/p>\n

2. Use a Tripod<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Mike Behnken<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As a result of the longer shutter speed that you may need to select to compensate for a small aperture you will need to find a way of ensuring your camera is completely still during the exposure. In fact even if you\u2019re able to shoot at a fast shutter speed the practice of using a tripod can be beneficial to you. Also consider a cable or wireless shutter release mechanism for extra camera stillness.<\/p>\n

3. Look for a Focal Point<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Luigi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

All shots need some sort of focal point to them and landscapes are no different \u2013 in fact landscape photographs without them end up looking rather empty and will leave your viewers eye wondering through the image with nowhere to rest (and they\u2019ll generally move on quickly).
\nFocal points can take many forms in landscapes and could range from a building or structure, a striking tree, a boulder or rock formation, a silhouette etc.
\nThink not only about what the focal point is but where you place it. The rule of thirds might be useful here.<\/p>\n

4. Think Foregrounds<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Eleder Jimenez Hermoso<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

One element that can set apart your landscape shots is to think carefully about the foreground of your shots and by placing points of interest in them. When you do this you give those viewing the shot a way into the image as well as creating a sense of depth in your shot.<\/p>\n

5. Consider the Sky<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Trey Ratcliff<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Another element to consider is the sky in your landscape.
\nMost landscapes will either have a dominant foreground or sky \u2013 unless you have one or the other your shot can end up being fairly boring.
\nIf you have a bland, boring sky \u2013 don\u2019t let it dominate your shot and place the horizon in the upper third of your shot (however you\u2019ll want to make sure your foreground is interesting). However if the sky is filled with drama and interesting cloud formations and colors \u2013 let it shine by placing the horizon lower.
\nConsider enhancing skies either in post production or with the use of filters (for example a polarizing filter can add color and contrast).<\/p>\n

6. Lines<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Pierre Metivier<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

One of the questions to ask yourself as you take Landscape shots is \u2018how am I leading the eye of those viewing this shot\u2019? There are a number of ways of doing this (foregrounds is one) but one of the best ways into a shot is to provide viewers with lines that lead them into an image.
\nLines give an image depth, scale and can be a point of interest in and of themselves by creating patterns in your shot.<\/p>\n

7. Capture Movement<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Toby Keller<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

When most people think about landscapes they think of calm, serene and passive environments \u2013 however landscapes are rarely completely still and to convey this movement in an image will add drama, mood and create a point of interest.
\nExamples \u2013 wind in trees, waves on a beach, water flowing over a waterfall, birds flying over head, moving clouds.
\nCapturing this movement generally means you need to look at a longer shutter speed (sometimes quite a few seconds). Of course this means more light hitting your sensor which will mean you need to either go for a small Aperture, use some sort of a filter or even shoot at the start or end of the day when there is less light.<\/p>\n

8. Work with the Weather<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Luigi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A scene can change dramatically depending upon the weather at any given moment. As a result, choosing the right time to shoot is of real importance.
\nMany beginner photographers see a sunny day and think that it\u2019s the best time to go out with their camera \u2013 however an overcast day that is threatening to rain might present you with a much better opportunity to create an image with real mood and ominous overtones. Look for storms, wind, mist, dramatic clouds, sun shining through dark skies, rainbows, sunsets and sunrises etc and work with these variations in the weather rather than just waiting for the next sunny blue sky day.<\/p>\n

9. Work the Golden Hours<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Dominik<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I chatted with one photographer recently who told me that he never shoots during the day \u2013 his only shooting times are around dawn and dusk \u2013 because that\u2019s when the light is best and he find that landscapes come alive.
\nThese \u2018golden\u2019 hours are great for landscapes for a number of reasons \u2013 none the least of which is the \u2018golden\u2019 light that it often presents us with. The other reason that I love these times is the angle of the light and how it can impact a scene \u2013 creating interesting patterns, dimensions and textures.<\/p>\n

10. Think about Horizons<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Jon Martin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It\u2019s an old tip but a good one \u2013 before you take a landscape shot always consider the horizon on two fronts.
\n\u2022 Is it straight? \u2013 while you can always straighten images later in post production it\u2019s easier if you get it right in camera.
\n\u2022 Where is it compositionally? – a compositionally natural spot for a horizon is on one of the thirds lines in an image (either the top third or the bottom one) rather than completely in the middle. Of course rules are meant to be broken \u2013 but I find that unless it\u2019s a very striking image that the rule of thirds usually works here.<\/p>\n

11. Change your Point of view<\/strong>
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\u00a9 Luigi<\/figcaption><\/figure>
\nYou drive up to the scenic lookout, get out of the car, grab your camera, turn it on, walk up to the barrier, raise the camera to your eye, rotate left and right a little, zoom a little and take your shot before getting back in the car to go to the next scenic lookout.
\nWe\u2019ve all done it \u2013 however this process doesn\u2019t generally lead to the \u2018wow\u2019 shot that many of us are looking for.
\nTake a little more time with your shots \u2013 particularly in finding a more interesting point of view to shoot from. This might start with finding a different spot to shoot from than the scenic look out (wander down paths, look for new angles etc), could mean getting down onto the ground to shot from down low or finding a higher up vantage point to shoot from.
\nExplore the environment and experiment with different view points and you could find something truly unique.
\nAlways Be Ready<\/strong> Unfortunately, as a landscape photographer, you don\u2019t have the option of scheduling the perfect shot or creating the perfect lighting when you want it. You have to be willing to work with factors outside of your control and capitalize on these factors when they work in your favor. Photographs taken in the early morning hours are much different than those taken near dusk, and those beautiful thunderstorm clouds outside your window aren\u2019t going to stick around while you decide whether or not you feel like shooting. If you want to take incredible landscape photographs, it\u2019s a good idea to keep your gear bag packed by the door in case something interesting starts happening outside.
\nBe Patient<\/strong> Although it may seem strange that landscape photography requires grabbing an interesting shot on short notice, landscape photography actually requires a lot of patience. The moments in time captured by a landscape photographer\u2019s lens will likely never happen again in quite the same way, so be prepared to wait for the perfect shot.
\nSo it should be no surprise that landscape photography can be deceptively complex. It seems that all a landscape photographer would need is a camera and some nice scenery, however, a good photographer really needs a bit more. A photographer needs the right equipment, a patient mindset plus an understanding of how the time, weather and photo composition all come into play into creating an outstanding image. With those couple of things, you can start taking great landscape pictures that you\u2019ll be proud to display on your wall.<\/p>\n

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