Young Photographer
It is not that devices are evil, but it matters how they are used so as introducing the children to today technology is very important. Technology can definitely be an asset in the right hands, it is all about choosing the path wisely where you can utilize it for helping your child learn and hone their skills. Guiding your son or daughter on how to correctly use these tools, and ensuring that they take advantage of them in a functional way means that you teach him/her how to develop with these devices — which will surely help them as the world continues its trend toward digitization.
10 Tips to be a Young Photographer
A great past time that allows you to capture beautiful moments, travel to new places and view life with a different lens-The passion for photography. So, no matter what type of device you shoot with — a smartphone, an entry-level camera or one borrowed from mom and dad; these tips will help you snap better shots while having fun and developing your skills as a young photographer. So, here are 10 easy ways to begin photography!
Start with What You Have
Starting out in photography does not require you to have an expensive camera. For beginners, something like a smartphone camera or point-and-shoot is perfect! It’s actually not about the gear, but rather getting out and learning how to make good photos. Just take the camera you have today and start shooting!
Takeaway
Experiment with different angles and take plenty of pictures on a smartphone to better understand the importance of perspective in each shot
Challenge: One photo a day of a cool thing in your home or yard.
Discovering the fundamentals of photography
There are a few key photography techniques, however, which will help you to take clear and engaging images. Understand things like focus (as in, not getting your subject blurry), light (especially natural light for beginners) and composition (how everything is arranged in your pic). When you implement these things, your shots will look different.
Set a subject to pick focus on and also experiment with distance for a sharp shot.
Challenge: Experiment with photographing it at different times of day to really see the impact of lighting on its appearance.
Try Your Hand At Different Photography Models
You have to make it clear that photography is not only taking pictures of a tree. Do nature, animals, people even objects as well!! Try your hand at different styles and subjects until you discover what you enjoy the most. Such as taking portraits of your friends or scenery in the park.
Tip
Nature photography is the best avenue to get your camera sword wet. Focus on capturing close-up shots of whatever flowers, trees or clouds you manage to see.
Challenge —
Take a number of photos on one idea, for example, “A Day in My Life” or “My Favorite Things.”
Make Use of Natural Light
Photography, lighting is really important. Photos tend to glow with natural light (like sunlight). The golden hour, which happens at dawn and dusk is best for taking outdoor photographs, as the light is softer. Don’t use flash indoors if you can use natural light from a window.
ProTip 1 —
Use a window indoors as the light source for a natural, soft diffused glow.
Challenge
go outside, take 1 photo in direct sunlight and then 1 in the shade to showcase the difference.
Focus on Composition
How Composition Affects Your PhotosComposition is all about the arrangement of all the elements within your photo. For example, one popular trick is the “rule of thirds,” which divides your photo into a grid of nine sections. Position the main subject on one of the lines or where they cross adjusted. It balances and adds diversity to your photo.
Tip
Get your subject out of the middle of the frame; it may improve the picture.
Challenge
Discover an application that enables you to superimpose a grid on your images and attempt to utilize it as a cue for your captures.
Keep Your Camera Steady
You must stabilize your camera in order to capture a sharp image. Use Two Hands and Brace. Holding the camera with two hands is one way to prevent blurriness, along with bracing your elbows against something solid while shooting.
Tip No. 1
A still camera is a crisp photograph!
Tip
Breathe out as you click to avoid camera shake.
Task
Without blur, try to shoot small things such as leaves, pets or toys.
Try Close-
Up Shots for Detail
At times, the tiniest things produces the best photographs. Do some close-ups to take texture, patterns or details that you may not see too far away. If you do get a macro setting or something near it on many activities, offer it a try!
Close for Flowers, Fabrics and Leaves Tip
Activity
Choose a subject, such as a flower, and capture five different macro shots of it.
Give Your Photos a Professional Look
Editing can do wonders and make your photos stand out! Photos can always look better and some basic edits such as brightening, contrast, and saturation (color) adjustment can do miracles. There are free apps like Snapseed or Lightroom that let you test out simple edits.
Tip
Try adjusting the brightness and contrast to see how it impacts your photo.
Prompt
Edit the same photo 3 ways, share all versions & tell which one is your fave
Build a portfolio of your best pieces
A portfolio is just a selection of your best pictures, which you can share with friends and family. This enables you to measure your progress in the long run. You could kick things off with an easy digital album on your phone, or opt for a mini photo book featuring printed photos. Having a portfolio will also enable you to refer to see how far you have come!
Suggestion
Choose one portfolio theme of, for example, Nature / Family / Pets.
Challenge
Take 10 photos over 7 days and then choose the three best ones to go into your portfolio.
Have Fun and Experiment!
Photography is your ideas, so go ahead, experiment and and fail. Shoot from different angles, be creative with colors and enjoy doing it! The more you play around, the more you will find out what you enjoy as a photographer.
Tip
Focus on things that people might not think to photograph, a shadow, or reflection of a spider in a web.
Challenge
You could set for yourself a time frame (say 5 min.) and take as many creative snaps in that short duration.
Young photography is about enjoying the journey, experiencing your world, and photographing what you think is important. With these guidelines, you are now on your path to enhancing photography skills and creating a personalized stash of beautiful images. So grab your camera and get out there clicking — you never know when next, inspiration hits on taking an epic shot!
