{"id":1076,"date":"2018-09-20T17:02:17","date_gmt":"2018-09-20T15:02:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ownetic.com\/magazine\/?p=1076"},"modified":"2020-09-29T11:32:43","modified_gmt":"2020-09-29T09:32:43","slug":"avoid-common-photography-mistakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ownetic.com\/magazine\/avoid-common-photography-mistakes","title":{"rendered":"How to avoid the most common photography mistakes"},"content":{"rendered":"

We share a few tips on how to overcome the most popular challenges when photographing your artwork and collectible items.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sharpness<\/h2>\n

1. Use a single-point autofocus<\/h3>\n

Especially when shooting small objects or close-ups with an extremely shallow depth of field.<\/p>\n

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2. Use a tripod<\/h3>\n

Due to insufficient lighting conditions, your shutter speed probably gets too slow for shooting without it.<\/p>\n

3. Make sure your lens is clean<\/h3>\n

Especially if you\u2019re using your mobile.<\/p>\n

Brightness \/exposure<\/h2>\n

1. Get as much natural light as you can.<\/h3>\n

Shoot near a window or outside. Avoid photographing items in direct sunlight, it\u2019s better to shoot on a cloudy day or in the shade. See the difference in the photos below.<\/p>\n

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2. Use a reflecting panel<\/h3>\n

It can be any sort of white surface put against the main light source, on the other side of the object. It will lighten the whole scene and illuminate shadows.<\/p>\n

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3. Add light<\/h3>\n

The more the light is bright and diffused \u2013 the better. It\u2019s best to use two sources of light for getting less deep shadows and contrast. Remember about using proper white-balance mode to preserve accurate colors.<\/p>\n

4. Shoot at a high ISO<\/h3>\n

An increase in ISO makes the camera sensor more sensitive to light so it can even the low-light conditions. – But be careful of an increased noise and getting your photos blurry.<\/p>\n

5. Turn off the built-in flashlight<\/h3>\n

So you don\u2019t get bright glare spots or the whole image overexposed. Especially at close range, the built-in flash is too bright. Unless there is no other way of getting better light conditions.<\/p>\n

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Contrast \/colors<\/h2>\n

1. Set your camera\u2019s white balance mode correctly.<\/h3>\n

Choose depending on the sort of light you\u2019re using. Strong tint (you get yellowish or bluish images) is difficult or impossible to fix in post-edition.<\/p>\n

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2. Adjust color and levels.<\/h3>\n

This is an optional step that requires additional software, but usually worth the effort. Use it carefully so your photos still look natural and not over-processed.<\/p>\n

Composition \/backgrounds<\/h2>\n

1. Get as close as possible to your object<\/h3>\n

Get as close as possible to your object to fill the frame, especially if your item is small.<\/p>\n

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2. Use zoom close-up<\/h3>\n

To avoid a perspective distortion and a deformation of the object, use zoom close-up.<\/p>\n

3. Use a macro mode<\/h3>\n

It can get you as close as you need. Otherwise, being too close may make you unable to have your object in focus.<\/p>\n

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4. Concentrate on getting the lines straight in the viewfinder<\/h3>\n

For example, when photographing book covers from above.<\/p>\n

5. Eliminate unwanted elements<\/h3>\n

Try to remove all unwanted elements that appear on your background within the frame (including dust).<\/p>\n

6. Choose a contrasting but neutral background<\/h3>\n

If your item is rather dark, pick a light background to make it more visible. Otherwise \u2013 choose analogically. Don\u2019t use a color background, if you photograph a colorful object. You\u2019ll get the best results by picking a neutral one \u2013 white, grey or black.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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