Photography Guide

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Here are some ideas to get you started on your photography journey.

Viewpoints

Different points of view can make a really interesting photo, try experimenting with these viewpoints below.

o A worm’s eye view; images taken from the ground looking upwards

o Looking through something such as, a fence or hole

Photography Guide

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Texture

Texture refers to the visual quality of the surface of an object, use the Marco setting on your camera or phone to get a close up.

Can you find different types of textures? Some might be soft or hard, natural or manmade.

Photography Guide

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Shadows and Reflections

Capturing shadows and reflection is a great starting point for understanding how light responses when it meets different surfaces, and how it can

enhance or change your photograph.

Try experimenting with different reflective surfaces.

Have a go at capturing different shadows or try creating your own.