How to take a great photo

Tips for taking good photos: 

Get Closer

Mover closer to your subject! Use the zoom lens to get closer.

For really close-up shots use Macro Mode.

IMPORTANT! When taking close-ups of people and animals, make sure you turn off the FLASH!

Composition

Think composition. Try not to centre your main subject. Apply the Rule of Thirds.

Orientation

Think vertical. Take “portrait” (vs. landscape) type photos for vertical-based subjects (people, trees, flowers, etc.).

Lighting

Working with lighting. The best quality photos are taken outdoors. If you have to take a photo indoors, remember that your flash is only good up to 10 feet distance.


People and Pets

Photographing people. Once again, move closer to people when taking their photo. People doing activities make good photos. For portraits, “head and shoulder” shots are the best (crop the feet out).

For creative photos, try photographing above or below your subject. Get on your hands and knees, typically not at “eye-level,” for those award winning shots.

When photographing animals, look your subject in the eyes. (Compare the meerkat images below)

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