When I was researching various methods of photo composition, I stumbled upon a site which contained information relating to the viewpoint of a picture and the direction of movement.
Thinking about your viewpoint when taking a shot is important because the outcome of the photo can vary dramatically based upon the different viewpoints that it may have. For example, when taking a picture of a palm tree, (I use this example because I'm in Florida right now and am taking many many pictures of them), you could take a picture of the entire tree in its natural stance, perpendicular to the ground and have a great shot. If you go and stand underneath the tree, and look up at its palms and upper levels, you can capture another great perspective. I think that the key to obtaining unique viewpoints is thinking outside the box when it comes to taking your pictures.
Direction of movement is another interesting little tip that I found when looking around for information. The basic concept is this, if the subject of your photo is capable of some sort of movement while being photographed, it is best to position yourself (the photographer) in a manner which allows for the object to look like it's coming into, not going out of the shot. Combining this method with the tips on different viewpoints can make for a really great picture.
Information obtained from: http://www.azuswebworks.com/photography/ph_comp.html
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These are two techniques that are lots of fun to play with! I just noticed that I tend to take my photos in a rather backward manner- with things going out of the picture instead of into it. I like the banana shot that you posted earlier- was that one that you took standing under the tree and looking up?
ReplyDeleteThe banana tree is actually pretty short... or at least my Uncle's is. :) I took those shots at eye level.
ReplyDeleteYour composition tips gave me a lot of "a-ha" moments! The first section about trying different view points to take pictures is a great tip. Since I began taking this class I find myself thinking more outside of the box to get good photos than I did before when I just pointed and clicked. I also think the tip about taking a picture so it looks like it's moving into the shot rather than out is a great tip. I'll have to remember that when taking pictures of my horses and dogs!
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