| Symmetry, repetition, contrast, asymmetry, coherence, | | | | preference. Here are some of the elements you need |
| symbolism, and a dash of irony-these are the major | | | | to pay attention to before you delve into the realms of |
| components that construct a beautiful photograph | | | | landscape photography: |
| taken by exceptional photographer. These are also the | | | | 1. Camera, lens, and lens shade are great deals. |
| very same components that one needs balance when | | | | Although you can use any camera, most |
| taking one of the easiest yet most difficult subjects to | | | | photographers would recommend SLR or digital SLR |
| photograph- landscapes. | | | | because these give wider selection of lenses and |
| LOOKING BACK | | | | ensure superior results. Wide-angle lenses are also |
| Since they are permanent, familiar, accessible, and part | | | | advised because it gives a great view into any picture. |
| of nature, landscapes have been one of the most | | | | In order to protect your lens, look for a good lens hood |
| favorite subjects by most photographers. Landscape | | | | or shade. |
| photography can be traced as early as 1849 when the | | | | 2. Tripod is a must. This is a very invaluable and |
| book "Egypte, Nubie, Palestine et Syrie" containing | | | | important asset for landscape photographers to avoid |
| prints of paper negatives was published. In the 19th | | | | the blurred outcomes and to ensure the maximum |
| century, many eminent landscape photographers | | | | depth of field. |
| emerged which dominate large photography collections | | | | 3. Invest on film and filters. Any film today can be used |
| in museums and galleries worldwide. Today, many | | | | because it can record nature's color vividly. You just |
| budding photographers continue to fall in love with | | | | have to be wise in using the right ISO film to avoid |
| nature. And as they pursue the road to landscape | | | | grains in your photo prints. |
| photography, more and more works and techniques | | | | 4. Consider camera position. This greatly affects the |
| continue to emerge. | | | | overall quality of your photo because it requires your |
| FALLING IN LOVE WITH LANDSCAPES | | | | creative decision. (TIP: If there is a horizon line in your |
| Unlike other kinds and styles of photography, most | | | | composition, keep it leveled so there is a room for |
| people would say that it is easy to take landscape | | | | greater possibilities.) |
| photographs because you don't need to instruct you | | | | 5. Set the direction and the type of light to be used. |
| subject and you can choose whatever angle you | | | | Proper direction accompanied with balanced lighting will |
| want. On the contrary, most photographers believe | | | | make or unmake your landscape piece so make sure |
| that landscape photography is one of the most difficult | | | | that you visit the location and predict the weather |
| because you will need an intense set of equipment | | | | before your shoot. |
| and a very keen eye to make an "ordinary" scene | | | | 6. Be hands-on in post exposure manipulation. To get |
| quite extraordinary. | | | | the job done, try to learn mastering the do's and don'ts |
| Imagine capturing the natural beauty of a majestic | | | | in the darkroom so you'll get the result you desire. |
| landscape with your camera and in your own | | | | |