Daylight picture hints continued
•
You
don't always need
direct
sunlight to get great results. This
portrait was taken on a bright
overcast day. Since the light
is
diffused, shadows are soft, making
it a flattering light for close-ups .
• When shooting scenics, include
something
in
the foreground to
serve as a natural frame or to show
depth
or
scale.
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• Include color. Use props. Ask
your subjects to wear bold, solid
colors or pose them near a color-
ful background.
• Watch the background.
It
should
complement your subjects, not
distract from them. Keep it simple.
Daylight picture hints continued
•
You
don't always need
direct
sunlight to get great results. This
portrait was taken on a bright
overcast day. Since the light
is
diffused, shadows are soft, making
it a flattering light for close-ups .
• When shooting scenics, include
something
in
the foreground to
serve as a natural frame or to show
depth
or
scale.
22
• Include color. Use props. Ask
your subjects to wear bold, solid
colors or pose them near a color-
ful background.
• Watch the background.
It
should
complement your subjects, not
distract from them. Keep it simple.