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Landscape Landscape PhotographPhotographyy
Landscape PhotographyLandscape PhotographyShows different spaces in the world, often
vast and undending……..
Most photographs have unlimited depth of field….
Maximize Your Depth of Maximize Your Depth of FieldFieldChoose a large DOF that allows for all parts
of your image to be in focus and….
Use a Tripod or stable Use a Tripod or stable surface!surface!With less light coming in (remember the large
number aperture?) results in slow shutter speeds. Use tripod to reduce BLUR!
Use Camera Self TimerUse Camera Self TimerWhen you press shutter release you
shake the camera! Use a self timer!
Look for a Focal PointLook for a Focal PointGive your viewers eyes something to focus
on!A waterfall, a tree, a leaf, a boat….Remember Composition
Think ForegroundsThink ForegroundsForegrounds give the viewer something to look at
right away while providing depth to the photo
Consider The SkyConsider The SkyIf sky is bland and boring, don’t let it
dominate the photograph – Place it in upper 1/3
If it is dramatic include it on lower 1/3.Filters, Filters, Filters!
LinesLinesWhen used in foreground it gives
the viewer a path to follow in the photo
Capture the MomentCapture the MomentCrashing
waves, Moving cars, Wind in the trees…
Use a slower shutter speed and add these elements as focal points
Work With the WeatherWork With the Weather
Sunny days are not always the best!
Cloudy days with dramatic lighting show up great on film!
Work the Golden HourWork the Golden Hour
Best times to shoot are in the morning and afternoon, mid day is for relaxing!
Think about your horizonThink about your horizon
Is it straight?Where is it placed?
AssignmentAssignment
4 different landscapesCan be entirely natural or include
urban elementsContact sheet due: 4/1/10 (No
kidding!)4 Prints Due: 4/9/10
The days are longer, the weather nicer, now get out and shoot!