By
eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- Airtight Resealable Bags
- Camera Accessories
- Camera Bags
- Camera Batteries
- Cameras
- Film
Step1
Pack your camera bag with film, spare batteries, replacement parts and repair tools.
Step2
Familiarize yourself thoroughly with your camera and equipment before you hit the road.
Step3
Choose a subject. Try to include people in your shots. If photographing a person, ask for permission whenever you can to avoid offense.
Step4
Get close to the subject, making it the dominant element.
Step5
Position the subject of the photograph off-center for greater visual interest.
Step6
Look for unusual viewpoints, simple backgrounds and dramatic lighting.
Step7
Add depth to scenic photos by including the foreground.
Comments
L1onherd said
on 6/27/2008 Great Article! I always seem to forget batteries!
luv2blog said
on 6/26/2008 Cool.
mourgos said
on 6/26/2008 Good basic advice with film SLR cameras. New film SLR cameras are still manufactured; look around!
acreese said
on 6/26/2008 OK this is pretty old school. How about buying a new camera. I just bought an Cannon XTI and it works with ALL of my old 35mm lenses. Now I have a brand new digital with 3 awesome lenses! Here's my latest piece: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12835232
sixstring2slim said
on 6/26/2008 What's Film? LOL, just Kidding, I know it's the grime build up around the Shutter.. These are good quick Tips for How to take a picture.. I was hoping you were going to tell us about how to avoid humidity changes and the disadvantages of higer altitudes.. it does make a difference.. especially with "film." Thanx ~ Bailey