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Creative Photography
Survival Guide : Episode FLSUR-109

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Nick Kelsh talks about how better group photos involves getting above your subjects, Philadelphia, Pa.

  • There's no need to invest in heavy equipment or complicated gadgets for more creative photos — just give yourself license to play around.
  • Look for creative angles with photographic portraits.
  • Shoot multiple images of the same subject and put them together as a mosaic portrait. It's an inventive way to capture a person or place.
  • Create texture and interesting patterns by using a slide projector to project an image on to a portrait subject.
  • Black and white film can make an impact by simplifying — stripping the color from your image can help you say what you want to say.
  • Build on techniques you've seen elsewhere. You probably won't be able to precisely copy someone else, but trying may yield a completely new angle that's your own.

Silvia Otte Photography
New York City
212-254-2043
www.silviaotte.com


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