This was a rather short, yet extremely valuable and informative essay. After reading it I feel as though I could go take some professional-looking pictures. It consisted of eight sections of tips for photography. The first was symmetry & asymmetry. This is rather self-explanatory but both can be useful depending upon the subject matter.
The next section was repetition. It was explained that repetition can be very useful in getting across an expressive effect in a photograph. It’s the concept that one would be cool, but multiple really force that point across and grab ones attention.
Following this section was one on framing. This one stuck me the most I would say since it’s not something that I would normally think of, yet it is essential. Having other objects that not only lead to the main subject, but also contribute to understanding the photo are quintessential. It’s something one assumes to occur naturally, but it takes much planning on the photographers part.
Close-ups were discussed next. These are usually used to take a snapshot of objects typically overlooked. This close up view calls for your attention to a certain aspect. Opportunities for these photos appear everywhere and are readily available.
Continuous mode is yet another aspect to consider. If you take photos in a circle and get motion shots you can either great a book out of it, or you are bound to get a photograph that you love out of the multiple. It’s a good option for subjects that are in motion.
Also essential to the photograph process is exploration. You’re never going to absolutely love your first design idea, and much is the same for photographs. The author suggests taking a hundred photos beforehand with different lighting and shadows to find something you really like and can work with.
Movement is another option when photographing. If you move the lens while the photograph is in process, the result is typically very neat. It is usually hard to make out what it is, but the abstract picture is a piece of art.
Last, but certainly not least, is serendipity. The author told a story of the light fuse going out in a coffee shop and he therefore got a photo op of candles in the bathroom. The lesson here is to always have your camera with you for you never know when an opportunity might arise.
Even though I am not a photo media major, this information has been very helpful to me and I’m glad to have taken the time to read it.
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