1 Master your photo gear Its use must become second nature. Be aware that you do not need lots of equipment and accessories to achieve good results. The important thing is to know how to use what you have well.
2 Understand aperture Study the possibilities you can achieve using all stops of your aperture. Depth of field is not only a mere ‘wall’ of sharpness, it is also a powerful compositional tool, and contrary to what many believe, using wide apertures can help you take fantastic macro pictures.
3 Concentrate on composition It’s the number one characteristic to take excellent photos. Be prepared to not take a picture if you think the situation isn’t favourable. Being able to judge when it’s not a good moment to shoot will make…
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