DPA Magazine
Tip – Balance: Asymmetrical
Ask, what lines bring balance or depth to a scene?
Ask, how can objects be arranged in foreground, middle ground, and background to bring balance?
Tip – Balance: Symmetrical
Ask, what horizontal symmetry may look interesting?
Ask, what vertical symmetry may look interesting?
Tip – Colors, Saturation and Contrast
Ask, how can different colors and color palettes bring balance?
Ask, how much saturation and contrast do I need? Study complementary colors, as well as color palettes (web designers are familiar with this)
Tip – Lights, Shadows and Backlight
Ask, how can lights and shadows make a scene more vibrant?
Ask, how can backlight make a scene more interesting?
Monochrome vs. Color
Ask, is color needed? Look at shapes and patterns.
Ask, how much contrast do I need for monochrome images?
Proportion and Compression
Ask, what size should the subject be in a scene?
Ask, how is the compression of a long lens perceived?
May 2023, Great Landscape Photographers
NEWS: Upcoming workshops July & August, new flower photo. VIEWS: Landscape photographers I admire - Ansel Adams, Eliot Porter, Steve McCurry.
Student Question and Review of Nikon D850
My daughter just graduated college and she has purchased a Nikon D850 SLR and a 18-140 lens. She would like to purchase a Nikon 70-300. Do you have any recommendations for her on that lens or a different one that may be a better choice for her?
April 2023, Flower Photography
NEWS: new spring crocus photo; Apple/Google Pay available. VIEWS: feedback on minimalism; flower photography tips.
