Introduction to Digital Photography Class

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DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY INTRODUCTION MR. DIZARD’S CLASS

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DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHYINTRODUCTION

MR. DIZARD’S CLASS

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– Author Unknown

“I think a photography class should be a requirement in all educational programs

because it makes you see the world rather than just look at it.”

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ANSWER THE ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS

• Take photos that tell a story

• Take photos from different angles and perspectives

• Move in close

• Look the subject in the eye where possible

• Look for the details in the scene that will support your story

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CAPTURE INTERESTING PHOTOS

• Scan the background before you take the photo

• Take photos from different perspectives to change the emphasis of your photo

• Try zooming in as close as possible for greater impact

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TAKING A GREAT PHOTO

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• Take many photos so you have more to choose from. Digital photography allows this with no additional cost

• Use the correct shooting mode

• Portrait mode for close-ups

• Landscape for distance shots

• Use the editing tools in Photoshop to improve your photos.

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–ANSEL ADAMS

“You don’t take a photograph, you make it.”

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WHAT MAKES A GREAT SHOT?

• Anticipate the action so you get the shots you want

• Use your camera’s BURST mode, if it has one so you can take multiple shots

• Use your tripod’s swivel feature to follow the action.

• Turn off the display’s preview feature so you can take shots quicker.

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CAPTURE CANDID SHOTS

• Avoid posing children. Try to capture them naturally

• Make the children feel comfortable and relaxed

• Try to be discreet

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-AUTHOR UNKNOWN

“Buying a Nikon doesn't make you a photographer. It makes you a Nikon owner “