We really envy people who can take good photos of their homes. We used to be pretty good with our dearly departed 35mm camera, but we've noticed that a digital camera makes us rushed and lazy. Since our photos leave a lot to be desired, we've been experimenting, and we also asked other people for their tips (theirs are below the jump). Check 'em out -- they might come in handy if you're taking pics this weekend for the Smallest, Coolest Contest -- and please share your own tips.
• Take as many photos as possible
• Pay attention to lighting
• Try getting down on the floor and up on a chair, experiment with different angles
• Don't rush
• Don't be afraid of cropping
• Standing back at different angles gives a room depth and dimension
• I think photographing rooms in natural light helps
• Cleaning up clutter really helps keep the focus on the room
• Compose objects so that there is breathing room
• Find a time of day when lighting looks the best for the subject
• Take multiple shots, then pick out the ones you like. Sometimes, it just isn't perfect the first time around
• When I take photos, I usually take them from every possible angle and use elements like doorways and furniture to frame the view. Sometimes the least likely angle creates the best shot
• It's ok to cheat and move things around a little for the shot
• I suspect most people take photographs dead-on and focus on one thing (the couch, a table, etc). Sometimes you can find a good shot by looking through the viewfinder and moving around the room
Alicia has a tutorial here.
(This was actually written before Jill's tips appeared on AT:NY. Don't miss hers!)
Thanks, Alicia, Tom, Uyen, and Victoria!
Image: Jason & Janet's Layered, Complex Color - Fall Colors Contest
On a complete different topic - I love the desk in the picture - does anyone have the manufacturer or purchase info?
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thanks for the tip. :)
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