Part Five of the Series

To help our Home Exchange members, I asked a photographer friend for a few basic tips for amateurs hoping to produce some attractive, illustrative pictures to include in their home exchange listings. His words of wisdom follow …..

Use Digital Cameras Only With Still Shots

Most home-use digital cameras have a one- or two-second delay before shooting. That’s perfectly fine when taking a picture of your new car or the vineyards in the wine country of California. Photography school instructors warn, however, that digital cameras are not always great for shooting moving objects such as pets, wildlife, children in action or sporting events. If you have to be sure you get the shot at an exact moment, a film camera will work best.

Use Flash Outdoors

While flash is traditionally thought of as an indoor-only feature, it also has many applications outside. The sun can create shadows over faces and images. Pros know that using flash outdoors can counteract the effects of the sun on your photos.

Get Close

It’s a common mistake in amateur photography to take pictures of people from a far distance. The normal result is a picture with people so small they aren’t identifiable. For better pictures, get up close, so you can see the person’s face well. This way you can clearly see the person or people in the picture.

Photography is a combination of creative art and science. The more creative you become, the more interest you’ll find in your pictures. The more you know about the science of photography, the more control you’ll have over the outcome. Read articles (there are hundreds, even thousands on the Internet), practice and experiment. Soon, you’ll be taking expert-quality photos just like the pros!

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2. Successful Home Exchanging – Setting Up Your Listing
3. Home Exchange Photographs Are Important