Landscape photography is a popular genre for new photographers, but what are the rules of landscape photography? Well in this article we are going to be talking about my top 6 rules for capturing amazing landscape scenes. Are you ready? Let’s get started
1. Get Close
A great landscape has something in the foreground, mid-ground and background. But many landscape photographers use wide angle lenses which make everything appear further away, so to get something in the foreground you need to get close to whatever that subject is.
2. Find a different perspective
Most amateur photographers tend to just shoot from eye level. But if you get low or shoot from above you can add another level to the image.
3. Use a big Depth of Field
Depth of field is what controls how much of the image is in focus. A big depth of field means that you will get everything in focus. Generally, this is what you want with landscape photography.
4. Shoot in bad weather
I know that most people love a clear blue sky and I do love how a blue sky can contrast against a green hill, but stormy days have much more feeling and tone to them. So grab an umbrella and get out on these days too.
5. Only carry what you need
It might be tempting to take all of your lenses and a big heavy tripod with you to your location. But sometimes you have to hike a long way to get the shot you want and carrying all that equipment can be tough. So, limit yourself to just a couple of key lenses and ask yourself if you really need that tripod.
6. Be Patient
The weather has a big effect on landscape photography, and you never know what it is going to do. Get to your site early and stay late to see how the light and the weather changes. You may even have to visit a site multiple times before you get that perfect shot.
So, there we have it my top 6 rules for landscape photography. If you want to learn any more about these rules, please let me know in the comments.
Remember in photography rules are there to be broken, so don’t be afraid to experiment with your settings.
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