These Quick and Easy Photography Tips Will Take Your Photos Up a Notch

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Photography is hard work, there’s no mistake about that.

But there are plenty of tips, tricks, and techniques you can learn that will help you take better photos right now, today. 

That’s where this list comes in…

Below, I’ve outlined just a few quick and easy photography tips that will help you take your photos to the next level.

Editor’s Tip: You need the right gear to advance your photography skills. START UPGRADING YOUR KIT TODAY WITH A NEW CAMERA STRAP.

Easy Photography Tip #1: Fill the Frame

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A common problem in photos taken by new photographers is that the subject isn’t strong. Without a commanding presence in the picture, it can be a bit on the boring side, leaving viewers wondering what the subject of the photo might be.

You can resolve all those problems by filling the frame with the subject.

Use your lens’s zoom (or simply walk closer to the subject if you don’t have a zoom lens) and frame the shot such that the subject is the most prominent thing in the photo.

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As you can see in the sample photos above, this trick works with everything from portraits to architecture.

Give it a try, and see how much more impactful your photos can be!

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Easy Photography Tip #2: Keep Your Eyes on the Prize

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When you watch people take photos, you’ll often see them close the eye that isn’t looking through the viewfinder. You might even do this yourself.

If you do, keep that other eye open. It has a couple of advantages.

First, by having both eyes open, you can see through the viewfinder and also see what’s happening out of frame. This is especially important when you’re photographing scenes that change, like a sporting event or a wildlife shot.

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Secondly, if you’re shooting portraits, keeping the off-camera eye open allows you to connect with the subject because they can see the whites of your eye. That’s advantageous because it can help the subject relax in front of the camera, and the more relaxed they are, the better the portrait will be.

Easy Photography Tip #3: Gear Up With a Better Camera Strap 

I know what you’re thinking…

How can a different camera strap improve your photos?

Think of it this way - the strap that came with your camera is totally uncomfortable, right? It cuts into your shoulder and causes your neck, shoulders, and upper back to ache. The more you hurt, the less likely you are to keep shooting, let alone enjoy it. 

And since practice makes perfect in photography, being comfortable while you take photos will enable you to shoot more often and take more photos, thereby becoming a better photographer.

You don’t have to spend a ton of money to get a better camera strap, either.

In fact, I field tested a Hyperion camera strap - which set me back less than $20 - and it totally rocked.

The unique construction of the strap, which uses acrylic cloth cordage, was both attractive looking and comfortable to wear. 

The cordage is nice and thick, so it helped distribute the weight of my Nikon D850 over a larger area.

I also liked the fact that if I didn’t want to carry the camera over my shoulder that I could use it as a sling strap or wrap it around my wrist.

The point here is that straps like these look great, are incredibly versatile, and comfortable to boot, so it’s really the best of all worlds, especially at this price point!

Courtesy of:  PhotographyTalk