How to Use Angles Effectively in Photography
When going somewhere to take photos, know what to expect., Move around., Look for unusual angles., Fill the frame., Take a risk., Don't be afraid to get on the ground or lay on your back while getting your shot.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: When going somewhere to take photos
Have some idea of what there is to see and think ahead. -
Step 2: know what to expect.
Don't just shoot from one position and think that will do it.
Try one angle or location, and move a few steps or yards and try it again.
Don't expect one shot to do it. , Look at photo ops and try to figure out how to enhance it with a different angle. , If you put your 'cool shot' in the vastness of a bunch of other stuff, it won't be seen.
Fill up your frame with what you are shooting. , No, not with yourself, but with the composition of your shot.
Just because you don't think it should work, doesn't mean it won't. , You would be amazed at the different perspectives that can be found that way. -
Step 3: Move around.
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Step 4: Look for unusual angles.
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Step 5: Fill the frame.
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Step 6: Take a risk.
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Step 7: Don't be afraid to get on the ground or lay on your back while getting your shot.
Detailed Guide
Have some idea of what there is to see and think ahead.
Don't just shoot from one position and think that will do it.
Try one angle or location, and move a few steps or yards and try it again.
Don't expect one shot to do it. , Look at photo ops and try to figure out how to enhance it with a different angle. , If you put your 'cool shot' in the vastness of a bunch of other stuff, it won't be seen.
Fill up your frame with what you are shooting. , No, not with yourself, but with the composition of your shot.
Just because you don't think it should work, doesn't mean it won't. , You would be amazed at the different perspectives that can be found that way.
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