.Keep it simple
Keeping photography simple will resonate with the viewer
The world is full canvas and you as a photographer it is up to you how to make it into a composition.
The image could contain many elements but it must follow a general theme. A bright light off to the side will distract from the image and draw the viewer away from the main theme.
By using subject isolation with
• contrasting colours ,
• zooming in on the subject
• Blurr th backgrou or forground
It is the photographers goal to impose order in this crazy world and to tell a story

                                          .Pet Photography
Start with your family pet- you know how it will behave and it knows you
Pet photography is very up predicable as you never know what the animal is going to do
The animal must be comfortable and happy, they must also be in a calm environment. What motives them?
Animals move quickly therefore a fast shutter speed is required.. focus on the eye closest to the camera
Work with a long telephoto lens to ease the anxiety of the animal Get down to the animals level

          Shooting Animals at the Zoo

Make note of special events and feeding times
Overcast days are the best as there are no backlight images or distracting shadows
All animal have a personality Use the longest Telephone lens you have to capyure the finest detail.
Try to focus on the animals eyes
When shooting through glass Get as close to the glass as possible And use aPolizing filter to eliminate reflections
Avoid flash at all costs

                                        Wildlife on water

Many unique creatures live in or near water
Choose a destination islands usually inhabit unique wildlife that are not easily found on the shores of urban settings found in the rock formations of the island –
Give the wild life space an you will get some excellent posed shots Protect your camera with a water or ran sleeve.

                                                             Animals
To take a successful wildlife image you must be prepared to put in a considerable bit of time and energy then you have to get close enough to capture the intimate moment without frighting the subject or being attacked.
Try to capture a natural activity
Get down and dirtySince most of the wild life is on the ground. The tendency is to take pictures from the standing position but you will get better shots from lying on the ground and capturing eye to eye contact and it eliminate a lot of useless background.

.                                           The nature photographer
How to become a great nature photographer
You must produce exceptional shots.
Know you Equipment
What gives your photo the impact?
What is perceived in the image? .
Understand your subject
The more you know about your subject the better your photo will be
Use the published guide books to know the animals habits, and routines environmental conditions they like, behaviour in different weather conditions and seasons..
Don’t disturb their natural routine.
Understand Light You must be aware of all Lighting details as to how it affects the overall scene. As the ambient light changes it produces different shadows and can either enhance the photo or completely destroy it.

                                 Steps to Great Fireworks Photos

 Here are some tips to help you get great shots.
Where and When
Know where you are going, .
1. Arrive at least two hours early to find your vantage point. and best viewpoint. :
a. Look for locations that are higher than the launch point, like a hill or mound, or even the highest level of a park
b. Look for a place that will have some interesting foreground. Fireworks are bright and long exposures will illuminate the foreground. You want it to be interesting,.
c. Big event fireworks are big, you do not want to be right underneath them. you want to capture the device going up before it explodes.
Photo Gear for Fireworks
1. a camera that can be set to Manual mode and has a B or bulb setting.
2. A versatile lens like an 18-300mm .
3. a good tripod,
4. a simple remote release to trigger the shutter. .
5. a fully charged main battery and a fully charged spare.
6. a fresh memory card in the camera, and a spare just in case.
Practical Prep
1. Dress comfortably, don’t forget the bug spray, and wear closed-toe shoes . The ground will get slippery as well. Wear a baseball cap. You will need it.
2. Take a white towel to put underneath your tripod. It will help you find it, and anything that you drop in the dark.
3. Get a little head mounted flashlights
4. You will need this to play with your camera settings.
5. . Consider something to kneel or sit on..
Camera Settings for Fireworks
1. Put the camera in manual mode
2. Set your ISO to 200
3. Set your aperture to f/11
4. Set your shutter speed to Bulb
5. Aim the camera mounted on the tripod to where the fireworks will go up, using a relatively wide focal length.
Photographing Fireworks1. When you see the arc of the fireworks going up, press and hold the release button on your remote release, and hold it until the burst is finished.2. For multiple bursts on a single frame get your hat ready. Keep the shutter open between bursts, and cover the front of the lens with the hat. .3. Shoot a lot. No two bursts are going to be alike..

                      Nature reflection
The conditions of the spring make it easy to capture wildlife and to get sharp images of flowers and vegetationThe calm waters make for a perfect reflective surfaceThe reflection allows you to capture some of the intricate details or your subjectGet the right angle even if it means getting down dirty and wet

                                                    Taking Photos At The Fair
The most common thing to photograph at the fair is the food.
Getting great food shots
Avoid direct sunlight.
block or defuse the harsh sunlight .
The second most photographed subject are the rides.
Rides can be photographed using two different methods.
First is freezing the action, capture the moment.
• Have a minimum shutter speed of approximately 1/250 and higher. .
• Making it ideal to capture images of facial expressions on a ride,
The second approach is to slow things down.
• Using a slower shutter speed can give multiple different, perpectives .
• Blur the background of an image to show the person or object is moving at a fast rate of speed.
• This can also be used to capture the lights at night, or capture the motion of a ride to give a slightly abstract look to the image.

.                               Nature Photography in the spring
As the birds and animas shed their winter coats it provides a tremendous opportunity for all nature and wild life photographers.
Protect your camera equipment from the wet conditions of the spring, like rain dirt mud and pollen
When the flowers start to bloom the smaller nectar eating birds like the Humming bird arrive
Always approach your subject quietly and very carefully.
Late spring is the perfect time to capture Great images of small subjects using macro photography use insect repellent to prevent the insect from biting you

                                                Sports Photography

One of the difficulties with sports is that with so much happening it can be hard to concentrate on the specific action

Knowledge of the sport the better you know a sport the better you will be to anticipate the action.
You need to anticipate the action a few seconds prior to the actual happening. . Pre focus on the spot and let the action come to you

Great sports photography is not just about showing the game. You must generate a sense of motion and activity by using your photographic Techniques and create a blurring effect. You want the main subject to remain in focus but the background slightly blurred.

The strategy for sports photography is a constant vigilance to make sure you are in the right place at the right time.

Always keep safety in mind with vantage points close to the action. Do not put yourself at risk Follow the official’s instruction

When doing winter sports protect your equipment as much as possible and keep the extra batteries in your pocket. The cold is extremely hard on the battery.
Do not constantly go In and out of buildings as condensation will form on the equipment.
Flash Photography does not work in sports photography use available light and a high ISO setting
set your white balance as the high powered lights in the sports arena have different colour temperatures .

get the proper authorization as most team logos are copyright protected And security at the sporting event is very tight

                                                   Tips for Photographing Air Shows
There are many opportunities to photograph aircraft over the course of the summer from big air shows to smaller, local events.
• keep your ISO as low as possible for the best colour and dynamic range.
• For aircraft on the ground , a medium wide-angle lens is great as cockpits are more cramped than you might expect.
• watch for clutter in your background;
• a macro or close shot with a telephoto zoom can help you isolate particular parts of the aircraft t
• Consider mechanical parts, insignia, or aircraft names
• If you are going to be on the ground for some time, don’t forget your sunscreen as that concrete apron is much more reflective than you might think.
• A travel tripod or Platypod is a useful tool to have and if you are going to do a lot of low shots, a padded knee pad is a huge asset.
• First, determine if the sky is a lot brighter than the aircraft.
• add some exposure compensation
• Second, bring as long a lens as you can handle.
• Filling the frame is really important you will need long lenses 400mm
• s get your shutter speed to 1/60 of a second and use good panning technique.
• Always use a polarizer,
• Keep your elbows tight against your body and make a lens cradle with your left hand,
• If you are not using a polarizer, a protective filter is a good idea because there’s a lot of debris being kicked up at an air show.
• Be sure to clean your camera at the end of the day as there is exhaust debris falling out of the sky all day long. Always use a lens hood; both for front end protection and also to control glare across the front element of the lens.Tips for Photographing Air Shows
There are many opportunities to photograph aircraft over the course of the summer from big air shows to smaller, local events.
• keep your ISO as low as possible for the best colour and dynamic range.
• For aircraft on the ground , a medium wide-angle lens is great as cockpits are more cramped than you might expect.
• watch for clutter in your background;
• a macro or close shot with a telephoto zoom can help you isolate particular parts of the aircraft t
• Consider mechanical parts, insignia, or aircraft names
• If you are going to be on the ground for some time, don’t forget your sunscreen as that concrete apron is much more reflective than you might think.
• A travel tripod or Platypod is a useful tool to have and if you are going to do a lot of low shots, a padded knee pad is a huge asset.
• First, determine if the sky is a lot brighter than the aircraft.
• add some exposure compensation
• Second, bring as long a lens as you can handle.
• Filling the frame is really important you will need long lenses 400mm
• s get your shutter speed to 1/60 of a second and use good panning technique.
• Always use a polarizer,
• Keep your elbows tight against your body and make a lens cradle with your left hand,
• If you are not using a polarizer, a protective filter is a good idea because there’s a lot of debris being kicked up at an air show.
• Be sure to clean your camera at the end of the day as there is exhaust debris falling out of the sky all day long. Always use a lens hood; both for front end protection and also to control glare across the front element of the lens.Tips for Photographing Air Shows
There are many opportunities to photograph aircraft over the course of the summer from big air shows to smaller, local events.
• keep your ISO as low as possible for the best colour and dynamic range.
• For aircraft on the ground , a medium wide-angle lens is great as cockpits are more cramped than you might expect.
• watch for clutter in your background;
• a macro or close shot with a telephoto zoom can help you isolate particular parts of the aircraft t
• Consider mechanical parts, insignia, or aircraft names
• If you are going to be on the ground for some time, don’t forget your sunscreen as that concrete apron is much more reflective than you might think.
• A travel tripod or Platypod is a useful tool to have and if you are going to do a lot of low shots, a padded knee pad is a huge asset.
• First, determine if the sky is a lot brighter than the aircraft.
• add some exposure compensation
• Second, bring as long a lens as you can handle.
• Filling the frame is really important you will need long lenses 400mm
• s get your shutter speed to 1/60 of a second and use good panning technique.
• Always use a polarizer,
• Keep your elbows tight against your body and make a lens cradle with your left hand,
• If you are not using a polarizer, a protective filter is a good idea because there’s a lot of debris being kicked up at an air show. • Be sure to clean your camera at the end of the day as there is exhaust debris falling out of the sky all day long. Always use a lens hood; both for front end protection and also to control glare across the front element of the lens.