One of the most important things, if we’re talking about, photography is light.
Wave your hands who remember the faded picture trend? Don’t get me wrong – sometimes it still looks really nice. However, thank god, everything has changed since that time.
For now, natural pictures is the trend. But how many times have you realized that colors, in reality, are much brighter and it seems that saturation is much higher? That’s why you have to know how to set up lighting.
First of all, remember that pictures which were taken in the daylight are much better and it’s easier to edit if something went wrong.
Second, if you’ve read my previous post, then you should know that if you screw up and the picture seems too dark, then it’s fine. In comparison to the exposed picture, which you can’t „rescue“ easily.
Third, don’t hesitate and don’t be ashamed, but check basic settings of your mobile device – you have to check basic camera application, I swear it will make the taking picture moment much happier.
Forth, all the time pay attention to light around. Daylight is good, isn’t it? However, an ordinary lamp can yellow picture (for sure, you can easily edit it, but I hate it myself).
Fifth, (again, an obvious thing for most people, but not for everyone) do not take the picture against the light. If the idea of your shot implies a shot against sunlight, then you are welcome – on the other hand – never.
What should I say about light editing?
I have already posted TOP 5 applications (if you haven’t seen that one, you have to check it – very useful). Anyway, the best app to set up/edit light is Lightroom; the most important settings are exposure, contrast, whites, and blacks. If we’re talking about color, then the most important settings would be saturation and temperature. But, of course, everything is optional – some people still create “fade” pictures in purpose, so? It’s up to you.
Just one little advice (actually, I’m begging you). If you’re not a commercial or REALLY creative account or you can professionally edit light/colors (what’re you doing here by the way), then don’t create surrealism. P.s. The grass is green, mostly the sky is blue.
If you have any questions or things you want to know about, don’t hesitate and comment below. Create, observe, enjoy and follow me on Instagram @morethanfilter – where I’m going to post IGTV video tutorials.
