Whether you’re remodeling your kitchen, putting in a water garden, or refinishing an antique car, you’ll want to record it—not just the before and after, but each step along the way. Tell a story Take a sequence of pictures that conveys the main points of the project—tearing down a wall, digging a hole, framing a wall. Include all the steps. … Read More
Maui Photographer- Alternate Views- Tips
Sometimes, making a few little changes will give you big results with your photos. Here are a few ideas to get you started. Change your point of view Move the camera around–shoot from the hip, above your head, or even down around your feet–to get a unique look at your subject. Use a time-delay setting creatively Take a picture of … Read More
Maui Photography Tips- Portait Lighting
Light can dramatically alter the appearance of your subject. By simply changing the lighting, you can transform the mood from glamorous to ghoulish. Hardness of light Bright sunlight is hard and creates dark, clearly defined shadows that can hide the face emphasizes wrinkles and blemishes causes unattractive squinting Light from an overcast sky or a north window is soft and … Read More
Maui Photography Tips- Spontanous Images
The best photos are usually the ones you don’t plan for. Be ready, and you can get some amazing shots. Camera up Point your camera where action is likely to happen. Keep your viewfinder near your eye and your finger over the shutter button so you’ll be ready for the moment. Take lots of pictures The pros know how hard … Read More
Photographing Sports- Maui Sports Photography Tips
Our lives teem with action and that’s part of who we are—whooshing down a water slide, diving for a soccer ball, even skipping along the sidewalk. Here are some tips on how to catch them in the action. Be ready to shoot Aim your camera at a spot where action is likely to occur. Have the viewfinder near your face … Read More
Photography Tips- Landscape Photos- Behind The Lens Maui
Instead of just making a record of a scenic landscape, you can create truly impressive landscape pictures with these suggestions. Include a strong point of interest Your eye needs a place to rest in the picture, so include something of interest—a clump of colorful flowers, a cloud in the sky, a mountain, a tree, a boat. Include an interesting object … Read More
Maui Photography Tips on Lighting
The warm glow of the setting sun, the glare of high noon, the luminance on a cloudy day. You can turn ordinary pictures into exceptional ones by conveying the atmosphere, mood, and drama of the light. Find the best lighting Study the light on your subject and reposition yourself or your subject until you find the most flattering light. Create … Read More
Photography- Tips on shooting garden shots
From magnificent formal gardens to your own backyard wonderland, we’ve got the tips to help produce great garden photos. Show the overall design Big or small, nearly every garden has a design. Stand well back and, if possible, higher—a second story window or a mound—to reveal the overall design of the garden. Document your plantings As flowers bloom and die, … Read More
Photography Lighting- Maui Photography- Behind The Lens Maui
For many people, dim lighting makes for difficult picture-taking. But it is also an opportunity for exciting pictures. So when the clouds roll in at the picnic or the stage curtain rises, you’ll be ready to create pictures that shine. Hold the camera extra steady To avoid blurry pictures, brace your camera on a railing, the back of a chair … Read More
Maui Photography- Shooting tips – “Crowds”
Whether you’re on a crowded street, or trying to capture your daughter’s first performance in a packed auditorium your candid photos can be emotionally rich with a few tricks and some practice. Choose your spot Make sure you have a clean path to your subject, and look for an interesting background to shoot against. Blend in You want to be … Read More