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Long ago, when photography meant
F-Stops, light meters, and manual focus, it was understandable that photos were often terrible.
However, with modern automatic cameras, all that's required is a pinch of patience and care.
True, not everyone's
work will look "professional," and this need not be your aspiration. However, it would be really nice if
everyone's photos are self-explanatory. Pictures are worth a thousand words, ya' know. They shouldn't
require a thousand words.
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Tip #1: Overcast daylight generally gives better results than direct sunlight.
Tip #1: For indoor shots, try to use soft window light.
Tip #1: Generally, avoid light that produces harsh bright areas and dark shadows.
Tip #1: Get as close to your subject as possible.
Tip #1: Use a tripod, particularly on telephoto shots.
Tip #1: Ask yourself, "If I didn't already know what's in my photo,
could I identify the photo's subject matter and purpose without asking the photographer?"
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