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Posts tagged “nostalgia”
  • New Place
    by Thomas Bertson
    Always look for new places for inspiration. Keep a list of the interesting spots you encounter so you can later visit them for an extensive observation, and when a good vibe kicks in, stay in that place for a while… Read more: New Place
  • Define Photography
    by Thomas Bertson
    Have your very own definition about photography, It is your understanding on what a good photograph is! It does not necessarily have to be complex, it can be one word, simple idea, or even an imaginary story. That is your… Read more: Define Photography
  • Look at Photos
    by Thomas Bertson
    Looking at photographs made by other photographers can be demanding, especially the photographs that make us look behind our own experiences and allow us to find new venues of thought. Wīsleoht Cards are Wisdom Photography Cards. Combining two old English… Read more: Look at Photos
  • Composition Rules
    by Thomas Bertson
    When creating a photograph, keep the rules of composition in the back of your mind. Do not force them ahead! Just let the rules flow instinctively, not domineeringly. Wīsleoht Cards are Wisdom Photography Cards. Combining two old English words; “Wīs”… Read more: Composition Rules
  • Buildings at the Horizon
    by Thomas Bertson
    There’s something attractive about those buildings at the horizon. Every morning I used to wake up early and stare at them for a minute or two. They were sort of connecting the present to the unknown future. The sound of… Read more: Buildings at the Horizon
  • Fears of Photographing Strangers
    by Thomas Bertson
    Many of my students are concerned about how to overcome fears of photographing strangers? In which it turns to be their main problem. And instead of developing their skills or improving their artistic vision, they focus on their fears. Eventually… Read more: Fears of Photographing Strangers
  • Sunny 16 Rule
    by Thomas Bertson
    The sunny 16 rule is a method of estimating correct exposures during the daytime without a light meter by setting the shutter speed to the same value of the ISO then setting the aperture according to the table below. For… Read more: Sunny 16 Rule
  • Elements of Composition
    by Thomas Bertson
    Graphic The relationship between the lines, shapes and forms produces an aesthetically pleasing visual presentation that attracts the reader to the picture. Static subjects gain strength when an attractive graphic composition is used to capture the attention of the viewer.… Read more: Elements of Composition
  • Flash Photography
    by Thomas Bertson
    Flash is an extremely bright light of exceptionally short duration. It is important to note that there are only three main kinds of flash although there are many different makes and sizes. Manual Flash A manual flash will give out… Read more: Flash Photography
  • Sacred Numbers
    by Thomas Bertson
    Many people ask how could numbers affect composition? It is strange. Yeah, the numbers 3, 4 and 7 are considered the best. If used properly they can raise the picture content from trivial to the superlative. The numbers alone are… Read more: Sacred Numbers
  • Photo-assignment Suggestions by Henri Cartier-Bresson
    by Thomas Bertson
    From the Images of Man Audiovisual Series, The Decisive Moment: Henri Cartier-Bresson 1973 The most difficult thing for me is a portrait. It’s a question mark you put on somebody. Trying to say, “Who is it? What does it amount… Read more: Photo-assignment Suggestions by Henri Cartier-Bresson
  • The Quality of Light
    by Thomas Bertson
    The use of natural or artificial light enhances the subject and contributes to the storytelling capabilities of the image. Photographers prefer to make outdoor pictures early in the morning or late in afternoon to take advantage of the setting or… Read more: The Quality of Light

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