A long rant about absolutely nothing
... 15 tips, techniques and philosophies. Some are objective; some are subjective. All have been useful to myself and to my students. I am especially interested in gaining control over the technical side so it becomes second nature; then the photographer's vision and emotions can come forth within the photograph. Consider this quote: Human beings tend to attribute their own successes to personal intelligence, knowledge and artistry, but they explain away their failures as the result of situations beyond their control. Note the word control; in this article, I show ways to gain control. Control brings freedom and freedom yields stronger photographs. This article could be called, stuff I wish l'd known 10 years sooner! It presents 15 tips, techniques and philosophies. Some are objective; some are subjective. All have been useful to myself and to my students. I am especially interested in gaining control over the techn...