Tips for Capturing the Best Outdoor Photo! Celebrate Nature Photography Day Harness the Light Nature photos often look great in the morning or evening light, but the type of lighting you use is often dictated by the scene you are trying to capture. It’s generally accepted that side-lighting, where the sun is coming from either side of the camera, is the most desirable for landscapes because the contrasts between light and shadow can add depth to your photos. However, front- and back-lighting —where you shoot away from or into the sun — can also produce nice photos. Similar to angles, try experimenting until you find something that looks good to you. Crop for Texture Sometimes the difference between an amazing shot and a mediocre one is distance. When photographing nature, try zooming in or moving geographically closer and cropping close on your subject. This could be tree bark, a leaf, the forest floor, or a lizard’s skin. The fine details of your subject can often create stunning images. In your quest to snap the most Instagram-worthy shots, the most important thing to remember is to respect the animals and the environment. Be sure to bring bags with you to take any garbage or other waste with you, and stay on designated trails while exploring. Keep these tips in mind, and you’ll be taking incredible nature photos in no time.
Nature Photography Day is June 15, and it continues
to garner enthusiasm with each passing year. It’s been designated by the North America Nature Photography Association as a day to promote the enjoyment of outdoor photography and to explain how nature photography can advance conservation efforts
locally and worldwide. Almost everyone has access to a sufficient camera with smartphones, but not everyone knows how to best capture a beautiful nature scene. Here are some tips to help!
Find the Angles Landscape photography isn’t about appealing to someone else’s sense of style; it’s about shooting what makes you happy. Take some time to study the work of other nature photographers you enjoy. What angles do they use? What colors do they coordinate within the frame? How close do they get to their subject? Try something different. Go against the grain, use a different angle, shoot a close-up where others would shoot wide angle. Find a good starting place and experiment a little.
Celebrate Father’s Day With These Fun Activities THANKS, DAD!
Set Up Camp June is the perfect time to explore the great outdoors, and
Break out the neckties and dad jokes — Father’s Day is coming up! If you’re not sure how to properly celebrate the man who never fails to be there when you need him, check out these ideas. Host a Roast Does Dad always fret over the thermostat or insist on flipping through the channels during the commercial break? Now’s your chance to poke a little fun at him with some good-natured humor. Gather your siblings and come up with a few jokes about your favorite “dad quirks.” Be sure to finish your set with a few words on why you appreciate the guy so much — quirks and all. Pro tip: Make this even better by working in a few dad jokes. Our personal favorite is, “What time did the man go to the dentist? … Tooth hurty!” Foodie Father Prepare a buffet with all of Dad’s favorite foods! Fire up the grill and load it with teeth-friendly favorites like roasted vegetables or lean meats, or prepare a hearty and healthy breakfast in bed. If your dad loves to try new things, schedule a cooking class you can take together, or compile a tour of all his favorite restaurants. Nothing says “I appreciate you” quite like someone’s favorite food.
Father’s Day provides a perfect excuse to get out there. Take Dad camping this Father’s Day, or arrange for a special hike or fishing trip. Sign the family up for a guided tour of Dad’s favorite historical site, or plan a
beach day. You could even plan a day on the golf course! However you choose to get outside this Father’s Day, make sure it’s the kind of trip Dad would plan for himself. Dancing Dads What could be better than a party full of dads? Invite your family, neighbors, and friends over for a backyard barbecue celebrating all things “dad.” Plan a few games, ask guests to bring a dish or two, and celebrate the many dads in your life. Don’t forget to turn on the tunes to see your favorite dads break out into their greatest dance moves.
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