Friday, December 14, 2012

Technicalities Of Photography And A Skilled Photographer

By Cindy Moss


How can one create a beautiful image, you ask? You need to understand the technicalities and grasp the meaning behind the jargons. But the resulting image is not solely influenced by the kind of camera a person uses nor by the reach of the lens attached to it. The image resolution isn't all there is to it neither. Rather, it takes skill, talent and an eye to frame an image, freeze time and capture life.

A camera is just the equipment used to take pictures. There are different models of it which are sold in different prices. The point and shoot ones are generally marketed at beginners. On the other hand, the single reflex camera, for instance is targeted to professionals. The functions and features of both are distinct to say the least.

The lens by definition is the light-gathering device made out of glass or transparent material. But it takes a skilled photographer's eyes to see beyond what his or her lens can provide a glimpse of. The skilled photographer just knows what, where and how to focus on a subject to produce an interesting image which communicates a message.

You would also have to consider the image resolution. It's defined as the measure of the image's sharpness. Still, don't forget that the highest resolution can offer no guarantee that you are going to produce beautiful pictures. In addition, the lack of character in the images you take pictures of is sharply reflected in the result.

It certainly helps to understand the factors which contribute to the production of a particular image. Even so, one must remember that these are but instruments in a sense. They are just tools that help the photographer achieve his or her desired end. The person who uses a certain tools is still the one who contributes the greatest influence in the final outcome of the photographed subject. He or she either produces a thing of beauty or just another picture which simply does not manage to appeal to anybody.




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