When I began taking my photography more seriously,
I quickly realized that I needed to become an observer of light.
I observed the way light came through the window, illuminated my baby’s fuzzy hair, and defined the rolls of her wrists, back and neck.
I observed the way light dances on the grass behind my subject.
I observed the way light casts a honey-dew hue on everything at dusk.
I observed the way the sun flares in my lens if I get just the right angle.
I observed the way light creates shadows and enhances color.
I observed the way light spotlights my daughter’s wild piggy tails.
Getting the light just right in photography is tricky.
I’m still learning how to keep it balanced, and adjust my ISO, shutter speed and aperture accordingly.
I read a great post over at Click It Up A Notch, one of my favorite photography blogs, about working with sunlight recently. Be sure to check it out!
How do you observe the light in your photography?
Great tips and pictures April!
Thanks, Erin! 🙂
Great post! I’m working on my photography, also, and am following along with a 52 week project. Last week the theme was back light…I didn’t realize how complicated lighting was until I started paying attention to it. ~Lisa @ Practically Perfect Home
Thanks, Lisa! Yes! Lighting is the trickiest aspect (but most rewarding aspect) in photography…in my opinion! 🙂
Many of my photos would turn out better if I would remember to observe the light first! These tips are really helpful! Would you mind to link this up to the Frugal Crafty Home Blog Hop? We love seeing helpful posts like this!
http://carriethishome.com/2014/02/frugal-crafty-home-blog-hop-64/
I have been working with light for the first time. I had to buy myself a pricey set of lights as due to my schedule I generally only get a change to take photos at night; I have been amazed at where you place them which lights you turn off etc. This post really helped me “see” how light works and how I can make it work in my favor! I will def be back for Photography Wednesdays! Thank you!