Nature Photography for Beginners

Whether you are a beginner to photography or an expert, photographing nature is a fun way to spend the day. Over the years, I have learned a few things about capturing some of nature's beauties. Here are just a few tips that I have gathered in my time as a photographer.

1. Look for the light: As you probably know, good lighting is essential for any photo. While out in the wilderness, keep an eye out for any bit of light you can find, especially if light is already scarce. You should also keep contrast of light and shadows in mind as this can create some pretty dramatic effects. If you happen to find something that you really want to photograph but which doesn't have ideal lighting, you can always use a tripod to make up for the less-than-perfect lighting. 

2. Get up close: Personally, I love macrophotography because it allows others to see a perspective that they might not have noticed otherwise. So, try out different cropping techniques using your camera's viewfinder and be sure to get up real close to you subject whether it be a raindrop on the petal of a flower or the glowing veins of a leaf close-up. 

3. Experiment!: Bring a friend and take photos of them in a beautiful nature setting. Try out the different settings on you camera to make cool effects. Feel free to use these techniques in other, more urbanized settings such as in the city park or in your own yard. Whatever you do, enjoy it!

The first two photos were taken by myself and the third is compliments of Sean.

-Yin