The Many Ways To Frame A Photograph

Framing a picture can be done in a variety of ways. It can be done before the picture is taken or after it's been taken and developed. The processes, obviously, are very different. This article is going to deal with the first type of framing. A photographic frame is actually something within the picture that acts as a frame or a border for the main subject of your photograph. One that happens when you're out there, camera bag in hand, searching for those perfect shots.

Framing a picture will change it dramatically. It will take a pretty photograph and turn it into a spectacular one. Frames can give creativity and depth to an otherwise ordinary image. So many things can serve as a frame. Look for well placed tree branches, a fence, a door frame, or tall buildings. When taking your pictures, look through the viewfinder of your camera and see what natural frames appear. Be creative, you'll be surprised at what you'll find to frame your beautiful shots. If you can look through it and see the subject you want to photograph, consider it a viable frame.

Your frame may completely surround your subject, such as a door or window or it may be a partial frame, like a fence would be or a single wall. Besides bringing depth and focus to your photograph, the frame can also serve to cover-up unwanted objects on the outside border of the shot you're going to take. Sometimes, you'll find a frame that's so dramatic, it will become as primary to the photograph as the subject itself.

In each photograph you have both a foreground object and a background object. The foreground object would be the frame. For the most part, the picture frame should be sharp and clear. But, there are times when, in order to strongly emphasize the subject a barely blurred, or softened frame is called for. When taking the shot, try taking it both ways and see which one makes the subject pop.

Generally, it's best if the frame of a photograph is darker than the subject. It makes for a much more impressive image, in most cases. And, if there are other objects within the picture that at to it, keep them in. Don't zoom in so close that you remove features that compliment the primary focus of your photograph. Leave in want adds interest and depth. Carry extra lenses in your camera bag, in case you need to change them for the right frame effect.

So, the next time you take your camera bag loaded with all the right equipment, remember these tips. Don't just turn the camera on and take the picture. Take some time to set up the shot. Look all around the viewfinder, make sure you like what you see. Good angle, crisp subject, no clutter. Then take a couple pictures of the shot. You'll be surprised how much more professional your pictures start turning out.

By: Suzanne VanDeGrift

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