ASSIGNMENT 45
Low Angle
ASSIGNMENT
Shooting everything at eye level makes for very static images. A low-angle vantage point will make for some really interesting compositions because it will distort reality. Don’t be afraid to get dirty for this assignment. Find an interesting spot, sit on the ground, and learn to see differently!
TECHNIQUE
Don’t hesitate to set your camera on the ground. If you have a tilt screen, now is the time to make good use of it. Don’t be afraid to get a lot of out-of-focus foreground; it will lead the eye of your viewer to the subject, as we naturally look for the sharpest element in the frame. Think about using lines on the ground to enhance your composition. You can also use this technique with a more creative approach, ...
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