Over the past few weeks in Exposure 1, Exposure 2 and Exposure 3 I have written about the subject from a theoretical point of view, but how does all that translate to the real world when you are new to photography?
I figure it is worth a practical walkthrough that will help beginners get a handle on shooting with a DSLR, without relying upon the auto functions of their camera to save their bacon.
It’s been a while, but I am picking up on the discussion I started a while ago, in relation to exposure.
As a quick recap, in Exposure – Part 1, we covered the concept of exposure and how it relates to the histogram you see on the back of your camera. (more…)
Nothing deep to post today, just a few images that I like.
If you want to get a grip on light as it relates to photography, I recommend “Light, Science and Magic”. It’s a bit dry in places, but all the technical details are laid out and an understanding of the theory certainly helps when it comes to practical execution.
If you have read some of my older posts you’ll know that I am involved in a charity called FebFast. Involvement with charities seems to run in the family at the moment.
Impress people at parties – Dynamic Range and Histograms:
Welcome back. You are back, aren’t you? (crickets…)