Tip of the Month #1

Seeing as I am a Professional*, I decided that it was in the best interest of everyone to share some of the awesome tips that I found on the web through google learned in all my years of work. The above photo is an example of bounce photography.

“Bounce is a great alternative to direct flash, especially for people pictures made under low ceilings or near white walls. As its name implies, you bounce the flash off a nearby surface rather than blasting it directly at your subjects. Bounce creates much softer light for highlights and shadows that better convey the shaping of a person’s face.

Also, when shooting groups two or three people deep, a ceiling bounce can provide much more even lighting front-to-back than direct. Further good news: bounce is an effective way to prevent redeye.”

One of the most useful tips out there that can make any simple photograph dramatic, sharp, or just plain "wow that really sucks" is the use of a flash. Although these tips work better for those with DSLR cameras used with an external flash, some affects may be achieved with Digital point-and-shoots by contacting McGiver.

Click through to view the entire rant on flash photography.

* This in ono way means iI am an expert or professional.