The Digital Photography Companion

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SHOOT IN MUSEUMS

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If your camera has an image stabilizer, check its settings for a panning mode. By using

this mode, the camera will try to minimize up and down, but will not interfere with

your horizontal panning motion. Once you’ve finished the shoot, be sure to return your

camera to its regular settings.

Shoot in Museums

Museums, aquariums, and natural-habitat parks provide opportunities for unusual

shots. ey also present some difficult challenges for the digital photographer, but

nothing that can’t be overcome with a little ingenuity.

Before you get too excited at the prospect of shooting beautiful works of art in a mu-

seum, be sure to ask whether it’s OK. Often, you’ll discover that photography is allowed

in some areas, but not in others. To avoid embarrassing confrontations, ask when you

first enter the facility.

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Sometimes it pays to look like an amateur. Museums and other public places tend to

be more concerned about pros. If you pack an amateur camera and act like a tourist,

you will probably draw less attention from security officials.

Even when you’re granted permission, you’ll probably be told that you can’t use a flash

or set up a tripod. So, here are a few tips to help you work around those constraints:

Check your white balance Chances are your images are displaying a noticeable

reddish hue on your LCD monitor. Try using ...