A Newbie Photographers Guide to Great Photos

YOUR CHEAT SHEAT FOR TAKING STUNNING IMAGES

According to a rencent survey done online of over 10,000 digital camera buyers reveals that:

• 70% of digital camera owners feel lost when using their camera for the first time.
• 60% need basic tips on how to use their camera.

So even though everything takes time, here’s your newbie’s guide to great photos!

The Photographers Newbie Guide:

1) GET TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA WELL

Reading the manual is your best bet in familiarizing yourself with your camera. Tinker around with the buttons to see what each can do.

2) LEARN THE RULE OF THIRDS

Imagine your photo divided into nine squares by two intersecting vertical and horizontal lines. Place the most interesting element at the intersection of those lines.

Check the lighting situation of your environment or subject.

3) SHOOT DURING GOLDEN HOURS

This occurs one hour before sunrise and one hour before sunset. On bright days, you can improve the lighting by using flash to avoid casting shadows on your subject.