Whether you are in Granada, Nicaragua or Granada, Spain one thing is for certain- there are endless possibilities to create breathtaking photographs using buildings and landmarks as subject matter. Wandering how you can capture these awe-inspiring buildings in a way that truly encapsulates their brilliance? Then you might be interested in the world of architectural photography. Here’s how to master it:
- Take Lots of Photos: There’s no such thing as taking too many photos. Look at the building from every conceivable angle and at different times of the day. The placement of lighting will shift as the sun changes, making two otherwise similar photographs appear drastically different. Click away and experiment with your camera. The more photos you take the more content you’ll have to work with.
- Angles, Angles, Angles. If you have ever taken classes in pursuit of your photography degree, you have already learned that angles matter. The Colosseum is a great example of an excellent source for your architectural photography. One insider tip commonly known among those who attempt to photograph this former gladiatorial contest venue is to take pictures from high elevations that will allow you to take fabulous photographs of the Colosseum.
- Look Up. Perhaps the best advice ever given by a professor: don’t forget to look up. With all of the magnificent architecture before your eyes, it’s easy to forget to look up at the roofs of buildings you pass, but some of the most intricate and ornate architectural features can be found by simply looking up. One important tip of architectural photography to think about: if the ceiling is made of glass -shoot for underexposure.
- Composition: Think Clean. Cluttering the photo with distracting elements will lessen the impact of your architectural photography. Depending on the composition, make sure the lines in the photo are balanced and not slanted.
- Use Your Zoom Button. Again, the possibilities are limitless when it comes to all of the amazing architectural features you can capture by zooming in and paying close attention to minute details of a building that most people may take for granted. Prague is a great place to capture unique keyholes found in all different shapes, sizes, and designs. Doorknobs, windows, patterns of staircases, all serve as excellent content for architectural photography.
- Go Black and White. By focusing on lines and patterns you will be able create a focal point for your audience. Shooting in black and white also limits the need to factor in the sky. Red or polarizing filters help to juxtapose the light and dark areas.
Architectural photography allows you to capture the soul of the building through the lens of your camera. Earning your photography degree can be a great way to improve your knowledge of architectural photography. The next time you venture to Europe, South America, or even step outside of your house on your way to the grocery store have your camera ready so you can try out some of these techniques to capture your own remarkable images.
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