Even the most casual of photographers make the most of their cameras during vacation. The sad thing is, not many of them have anything new to look at, which can really take its toll on those forced to view your photographs. Let’s examine some dos and don’ts of vacation photography.
A Different Look At The Same Subject
The front shot of the Taj Mahal has been done so many times that even those who have never visited it can vividly describe the front lawns.
Photo by betta design
Instead, shoot from a different angle, say, lying on the ground, looking up at the main archway.
Take a silhouette shot of the Taj Mahal—just don’t shoot the kind that you see on postcards. This extra effort will make your gallery unique enough for people to notice and remember.
Photo by ~faiz
Interact With Your Surroundings
If you are shooting a family member or friend with the backdrop of a monument, the one thing you don’t want to do is make your subject stand impassively in front of the monument staring at the camera. Shots like that are sure to elicit yawns from those who view your album. Instead, you should make the subject interact with his or her surroundings. Bring out the emotion that the subject is going through about being there, be it happiness or even gloom or boredom. Even negative feelings will make a better shot than just standing there with luggage and staring at the camera. Be careful of the type of interaction though, as some of those shots can be overdone. For instance, the illusionary shot of a person pushing the Qutub Minar to make it tilt has been done to death.
Shoot The Journey
You probably don’t need us telling you this, but it’s a good idea to take pictures of your journey too, not just your destination. Get a picture of you driving your car, getting up a train or just trekking with your backpack. Once again remember, the picture is not just about you, but about what you are doing. You driving the car will always make a better and more interesting shot than you standing in front of it and waving your hand.
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