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Tips to get you started.
31. If you are using flash ensure you fingers and thumb are well
away from the flash. It is so easy for a stray digit to block off
light and underexpose the picture.
32. Take care when loading the film. Make sure you follow the loading
instructions carefully. It’s a very big disappointment to have
your holiday pictures returned from the developers blank.
33. Its not just children that manage to behead subjects when taking
a picture. Ensure that you check the viewfinder, including the parallax
marks on a compact, carefully before taking the picture.
34. Camera shake. If you images are consistently suffering from
a slight blur and you don't want to buy a tripod, then use a faster
film.
35. Camera shake. Make sure you are standing comfortably. Legs
slightly apart, back straight and cup the lens in your left hand.
Your body should take on a shape a bit like a tripod.
36. If your images are often underexposed (too dark) again a faster
film could be the answer. ISO 400 is a versatile film that can be
used in most conditions and is ideal for you if you are just starting
out.
37. Concentrate on keeping the horizon level in any photograph.
38. Shoot lots of pictures. Experiment with different camera settings,
different lighting, different camera angles. Try to find what works
for you.
39. Make sure there are no unwanted images in your shot. Check
the viewfinder carefully to make sure your main subject will not
be overshadowed by an unwanted secondary image.
40. Carry a notebook with you are write down the details of each
photograph that you take, especially the expected result. If the
final print is exactly how you intended then great, if not learn
from the photograph and think how you can succeed next time. Use
this tip and you should soon see an improvement in your photographs.
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