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22nd October 2005, 01:28 AM
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There's something about a walk in the rain. It nourishes the soul and makes you feel like dancing in the puddles. Capture that feeling with some rainy-day snapshots. There's no need to leave your camera at home just because the sun hasn't come out. Rain can be a photographer's friend, intensifying colors and adding glistening interest to just about any subject.
Take the plunge
Bad weather doesn't mean bad photographs. It just changes your options and sets the stage for some unique photo opportunities. Fog, for example, can subdue colors and soften objects in the background, making a lake or your neighborhood park look ethereal and mysterious.
Even overcast skies can be used to your advantage. Color contrasts are muted on a gray day, and colors seem richer, creating the perfect setting for photos of trees and plants. Foggy, overcast days can also be the perfect opportunity to shoot in black and white.
After the storm
Storms and heavy rain add power and drama to an image. A particularly good time for dramatic landscape pictures is right after a storm. The sun is beginning to break through and dark storm clouds can still be seen in the distance. The combination of bright sun and dark skies creates an extraordinary backdrop. Everything looks clean and shiny, colors seem deeper, and objects glisten under the emerging rays of the sun.
Quick Tip: Rainbows make great pictures. They are formed by the refraction of light by raindrops, and you'll usually find these conditions before or after a storm. So, act fast when you see a rainbow. A storm can recede quickly, and the reflective surface moisture can vanish in an instant.
Portrait of a puddle
And what about the often-overlooked puddle? Think of all the interesting reflections you can capture in one of these tiny bodies of water: the trees, the clouds above, or the reflections of city lights. And puddles attract kids like a magnet, providing great opportunities for candid shots. Yet another reason to keep a digital camera handy!
Quick Tip: During a downpour, always keep your camera inside your jacket or sweater. And, for added protection, use a plastic bag to waterproof it. Just cut a hole for your lens to poke through and voila! You have an instant rain slicker for your camera. Be sure to carry a clean cloth or facial tissues to wipe off any water droplets.
Rainy-day photo projects
Drizzly days are not only a great time to head outside with your camera; they're also a wonderful opportunity to start a photo project. Enlarge a particularly beautiful rainy-day picture to provide a contemplative piece for your home office or for the baby's room. Gather snapshots for a picture book or scrapbook. Or send a few photos in a letter to someone far away, and share the joy of playing in the rain.
Provided By: HP, © 2004
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There's something about a walk in the rain. It nourishes the soul and makes you feel like dancing in the puddles. Capture that feeling with some rainy-day snapshots. There's no need to leave your camera at home just because the sun hasn't come out. Rain can be a photographer's friend, intensifying colors and adding glistening interest to just about any subject.
Take the plunge
Bad weather doesn't mean bad photographs. It just changes your options and sets the stage for some unique photo opportunities. Fog, for example, can subdue colors and soften objects in the background, making a lake or your neighborhood park look ethereal and mysterious.
Even overcast skies can be used to your advantage. Color contrasts are muted on a gray day, and colors seem richer, creating the perfect setting for photos of trees and plants. Foggy, overcast days can also be the perfect opportunity to shoot in black and white.
After the storm
Storms and heavy rain add power and drama to an image. A particularly good time for dramatic landscape pictures is right after a storm. The sun is beginning to break through and dark storm clouds can still be seen in the distance. The combination of bright sun and dark skies creates an extraordinary backdrop. Everything looks clean and shiny, colors seem deeper, and objects glisten under the emerging rays of the sun.
Quick Tip: Rainbows make great pictures. They are formed by the refraction of light by raindrops, and you'll usually find these conditions before or after a storm. So, act fast when you see a rainbow. A storm can recede quickly, and the reflective surface moisture can vanish in an instant.
Portrait of a puddle
And what about the often-overlooked puddle? Think of all the interesting reflections you can capture in one of these tiny bodies of water: the trees, the clouds above, or the reflections of city lights. And puddles attract kids like a magnet, providing great opportunities for candid shots. Yet another reason to keep a digital camera handy!
Quick Tip: During a downpour, always keep your camera inside your jacket or sweater. And, for added protection, use a plastic bag to waterproof it. Just cut a hole for your lens to poke through and voila! You have an instant rain slicker for your camera. Be sure to carry a clean cloth or facial tissues to wipe off any water droplets.
Rainy-day photo projects
Drizzly days are not only a great time to head outside with your camera; they're also a wonderful opportunity to start a photo project. Enlarge a particularly beautiful rainy-day picture to provide a contemplative piece for your home office or for the baby's room. Gather snapshots for a picture book or scrapbook. Or send a few photos in a letter to someone far away, and share the joy of playing in the rain.
Provided By: HP, © 2004