Happy New Year! I hope you had a great holiday and took a lot of pictures.
This is the time of the year when I love to photograph sunrises and sunsets. The main reason is because the sun rises later and sets earlier in the winter than in the summer months. Allowing me not to have to wake up too early or go to bed too late.
This is one photograph that is easy to do and brings a lot of pleasure. In most cases I would say put your
camera in Auto and shoot away. Be sure to photograph the different stages of the sunrise or sunset for the light changes quickly. Also try to add some interesting component to the photo (a boat, bird, surfer, etc.) That is the easiest way - no big tip other than to get out there and click.
Now if you want to add your own personal touch try the following technique:
1) Set your camera in Aperture Mode (this mode allows you to control the f stops on your camera - if you are not sure what that means you can still proceed). Set your aperture to f 5.6
2) Take a picture
3) Review the photo you just took and observe what the shutter speed was in that photo. In Aperture Mode you control the aperture setting and the camera sets the shutter speed. You can find this information by reviewing your photo
4) Now set your camera in Manual Mode -- don't panic! Set your Aperture to f 5.6 and take the shutter speed from the last photo and double it (if it was 125 set it now at 250). Set your ISO to no higher than 400.
5) Take another picture! Your photo should have a lot more richness of color. By doubling the shutter speed we let in less light making the photo more dramatic.
6) Use this technique with different Aperture settings and remember to have fun.
Go out and take a Picture!
Happy Shooting.
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