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Natural light

The signs of summer are all around us – birds are chirping,, trees are producing fruits and nuts, baseball teams are playing, and vacation is right around the corner! Summer is a wonderful season for outdoor photography. The excitement is apparent on everyone’s face, and nature’s fresh start sets a lovely stage for an outdoor photo. However, natural outdoor light can make or break your spring pictures. Here are a few things to keep in mind when photographing people outdoors this season:

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Checking Photo Quality Before You Print

One of the key factors to whether your digital picture looks good when it is printed is its resolution. Resolution simply means how many pixels, in other words how many dots, are in your digital photo. If the resolution is very high (i.e., there are many dots), the picture will look crisp and sharp. If the resolution is low, it will look jagged and rough, especially at large print sizes.

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Lighting.....

Most of the common problems associated with poor results in digital photography relate to light and different lighting situations.The idea that a simple point-and-shoot camera will take care of the lighting situation perfectly for you is a myth. Here are some simple lighting tips that can help to improve your photos in different lighting situations.

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Different angles to improve your photos

We’ve all heard the expression, “look at it from a different angle.” This phrase is generally uttered by someone who is trying to get you to see the bright side of a situation you aren’t particularly excited about. However, it is great advice to keep in mind when shooting photos.

Have you ever noticed that professional photographs are rarely taken from the standing eye-level position? That’s because the pros know thatusing different angles when shooting photos greatly enhance their composition and creative elements. Even the plainest of subjects can appear much more interesting if the photograph is taken from a unique angle. With a few simple adjustments, you can turn your photos into your own creative masterpieces. Try some of these approaches:

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