Sweeping landscapes can make beautiful images. But how do you make them the best they can be?
Here are several tips to help you make better landscape images:
1. Look for a center of interest. In this image it is the mountain which is large and fairly centrally positioned.
2. Use complementary colors. The blue-whites in the mountains complement the warm yellows and oranges of the trees and ground cover. Cool against warm colors can make for strong images.
3. Compose the image so that it has a base. In this image the base is the ground cover.
4. Use a medium to small aperture to maximize depth of field. In traditional scenics it is best to keep all elements relatively sharp.
5. Use an ISO of 400 or 200 whenever possible. Higher ISO's create noise, especially in the dark areas.
6. Choose the best time of day with the best light whenever possible. Early morning and late afternoon are generally best.
7. Take your time. Consider camera angles and camera height. Look for the different and the eye-catching.
If you keep these few things in mind, your landscape work will improve quickly. Try to find your own vision and chart your own path. It is OK to use other images as inspiration, but try to create unique images of your own.
TECHNICAL DATA
Shutter Speed 1/800 sec. Aperture f/7.1. ISO 400. Lens: Canon 70-200mm f/4L IS, set at 200mm. Camera: Canon 5D Mark II. Handheld.
TODAY'S QUOTE: "People travel to wonder at the height of mountains, of the huge waves of the sea, at the circular motion of the stars; but they pass by themselves without wondering. " -St. Augustine
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