Learn about the basics of good photography including the rule of thirds, clean backgrounds and flattering portraits. Learn easy tips to make your own photos even better.
27. Landscapes Make sure you have a foreground, as well as a middle ground and background. Movement of eye can be vertical or horizontal. by Matt Howard by Matt Howard
28. Faces, not backs It’s natural for people to respond emotionally to human faces. Which photo draws you in more? by elevatorlady by Keith Montgomery
29. Portraits with soft light Soft light works best. If outdoors, shoot in open shade or during overcast days. Compare the quality of light and shadow on the faces. Which is more flattering? by Allison Ralston by Nicole Jordan
30. Action People in action make the image more exciting. by Matt Howard by Nicole Jordan
32. Get close Faces, and even just eyes, show personality and emotion. by Nicole Jordan by Genevieve Howard
33. Cameras Point-and-shoot or DSLR Fine for web quality or small prints. Lightweight. Small size is portable. More affordable. Easy to use. Get the best optical zoom you can. Higher image quality, suitable for large prints. Heavier. More expensive. Need to purchase separate lenses. More complex. More control.
37. In appreciation Special thanks to all the photographers who generously let me use their work in my presentation. You can see more of their work on Flickr. Drew Backues http://www.flickr.com/photos/_omerad_/ Matt Howard http://www.flickr.com/photos/nsca23/ Nicole Jordan http://www.flickr.com/photos/nicole10f/ Keith Montgomery http://www.flickr.com/photos/keithmontgomery/
38. Thank you! Questions? Genevieve Howard howardg@missouri.edu Photos on Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/genhoward730/ Join the CAFNR LinkedIn group http://linkd.in/avOE44 Be our fan on Facebook http://bit.ly/bSCgt8 Follow us @cafnr