If your subject is not in the center of the picture, you need to lock the focus to create a sharp picture. Most auto-focus cameras focus on whatever is in the center of the picture. But to improve pictures, you will often want to move the subject away from the center of the picture. If you don’t want a blurred … Read More
Maui Photography- Tips ( move your subject )
Center-stage is a great place for a performer to be. However, the middle of your picture is not the best place for your subject. Bring your picture to life by simply moving your subject away from the middle of your picture. Start by playing tick-tack-toe with subject position. Imagine a tick-tack-toe grid in your viewfinder. Now place your important subject … Read More
Maui Photography- Photo Tip
Photo Tip: Get Close to your subject If your subject is smaller than a car, take a step or two closer before taking the picture and zoom in on your subject. Your goal is to fill the picture area with the subject you are photographing. Up close you can reveal telling details, like a sprinkle of freckles or an arched … Read More
Photography Tips- Maui Photography
Do you wish you were a better photographer? All it takes is a little know-how and experience. Keep reading for some important picture-taking tips. Then grab your camera and start shooting your way to great pictures. Tip number 1: Direct eye contact can be as engaging in a picture as it is in real life. When taking a picture of … Read More
MAUI PHOTOGRAPHY- TIP FOR CHILDREN
Children’s Photo Shoot tips: If your child is under the age of ten, it’s advisable to bring a toy or two to keep them occupied in between photos. It’s recommended that you bring bottle water and a snack. A family shoot is an hour and half long and as a parent myself, the little ones may need a bite to … Read More
Maui Photography- Family portrait- tips on what to wear
FAMILY PORTRAITS- Clothing tips for your family portrait. Clothing: For group photographs solid color clothing that are light in color is optimal. Dark colored shirts with lighter colored solid pants work well for men. It’s highly recommend that you bring an additional top or shirt so that you have several different looks.Many families ask about wearing “Aloha Wear”, if your … Read More
Maui Photography Shutter Speed tips
a Controlling the shutter speed can also allow you to change the feel of a photo – for example, you may want a fast shutter speed to capture fast action, sports, or other areas where you’d want to ‘freeze the scene’ like a busy marketplace, or use a slower shutter speed to capture low light shots or introduce a sense … Read More
Photography Tip- Using your aperture
Controlling the aperture is an advanced technique which allows you to control the width of the lens opening (like the iris of an eye), allowing for more direct control over how much light enters the camera, and is normally referred to as an ‘F-stop’ or ‘aperture number’ such as F2.8 or F8 (a higher number refers to a smaller aperture … Read More
Photography Tips- Lighting (Maui Photographer)
The most important thing to understand about photography, whether it’s digital or film, is that it’s all about capturing light. So by understanding how different light affects your picture, you can significantly change the way your pictures turn out. Ideally, whenever possible, ensure that there is enough ambient light – the light that is already available whether it’s natural sunlight … Read More
Maui Photography- Behind The Lens Maui- Order-Prints on-line
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