Have
camera, will travel
You never know what you might see on the road to your next door neighborhoods,
some things that you may want to remember forever, so be prepared.
Carry your camera in its own protective case, and don't put it in a bag where other items
will bang into it. It's a good idea to bring few extra rolls of film, too.
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The sun always provides some natural light, whether it's a sunny day or not. It's great
for picture taking, especially if you're photographing people.
| Here's how to make the most of natural light, indoors or out. |
Indoors:
- If you're
using a 35mm camera, choose film with a high speed, like ASA/ISO
400 Film. The speed will be clearly marked on the outside of the
film box.
- Find the
room that gets the most light from outside, a room with one or
more windows.
- Don't be
afraid to pose your subject in different places in the room, or
stand in different parts of the room yourself, to get the most
daylight into the picture.
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Outdoors:
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For
outdoors use a film with a lower speed, like ASA/ISO 100 or
ASA/ISO 200 Film.
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Try
taking pictures at different times of day
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On
sunny days, take photos in the morning or late afternoon. Even
when it's cloudy you can still take great pictures.
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Shoot
your photographs with the sun behind you, so the light shines on
your subject with no shadows.
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You're
the Director
Experiment with angles. See how something looks different when you photograph it standing
up, when you crouch down low, and when you climb up on a sturdy stool (be sure to ask an
adult to stand behind you and hold you steady). If you're photographing people, don't be
afraid to tell someone if you want them to sit down, smile, or make a silly face |
