A Photography Perspective – Advanced Tips

Master The Perspectives In Advanced Photography

Our eyes have the ability to determine the depth and perspective of scenes before us, such as endless tunnels and rolling mountains in the infinite distance. However, the camera needs help to transform what would be a flat photograph into the depth-filled image we see before us. If your photo would benefit with a bit of help in the depth department, then this can be done with a carefully considered choice of lens coupled with a good vantage point.

To exaggerate the effect of distance in a tunnel on a long straight road, you need to emphasize the converging verticals – a term referring to appearance of the scene squeezing to a point in the distance. You can do this by utilizing a wide-angle lens, which will widen the width at the front of the scene and the narrowness at the back.

Place yourself in the center of the scene so the converging lines look longer and consider giving the camera a slight upward tilt to really maximize the sense of distance between the beginning and the end of the scene.

Just as lines are important to perspective, they also play a important role in other aspects of photography too. The term “leading lines” is frequently used in photography and refers to structural elements in a photograph that lead the viewer’s eye into the picture.

The most popular line used when taking photos is that of the horizon – a perfectly straight line by which everything else is aligned around. Just think how noticeable it is when a scene has a crooked horizon, it’s the epitome of distraction and a serious childlike error, which separates the the bad photos from the good ones.

There are plenty of man-made lines to utilize all around us including buildings, power lines, cranes, vehicles and structures. Think about how lines feature in your scene and where they are leading. Are they a focal point of the scene? Are they leading the viewer into the scene or are they causing a distraction to what is really the purpose of the photo? Consider your viewpoint and perspective to establish how you can make lines work well in the picture.

Fine art photography uses the soft curves of the body to achieve a calming effect throughout the image. A race car’s speed can be adjusted by capturing it on a diagonal or a slight tilt, while an abstract image is given energy and dynamism by accentuating its angles and edges. Pick a theme you want to stand out and use the available lines to your advantage.

To take an image that really appreciates form, look out for areas of shading within your subject. The greater degree of shading and number of tones there are, the more pleasing the subject. Position yourself to capture as many shades as possible.

Hopefully these few tips will help you choose your scene and its outcome before you press the shutter.

Of course another way to deal with off center or crooked photos is to use a photo editing program where you can shift of even flip the entire photo to where you want it, giving it the effect you so desire.