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How to not take underwhelming landscape photography? (alien.top)
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So I'm not a photographer, I'm someone who likes travelling and really enjoys taking photos at the different places I go with my phone. I'm usually really happy with my city photography. Food is ok. But landscapes are terrible.

The mountains look small and not steep. Depth and distance does not come through at all. It just seems flat and underwhelming on camera, when the view I'm seeing with my eyes is the most inspiring thing of all time. I wish I could capture half of that.

Is there any advice you have for me taking photos with my phone (google pixel 7). Is there some type of camera or lens I could look into hiring and learning how to use (2bh I'm pretty clueless on that stuff but would be down to learn). Thanks!

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[โ€“] ConsequenceProof783@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Hey!

Here are three concise tips for you:

Optimize Lighting

  • Capture landscapes during the golden hours, around sunrise or sunset, for soft, warm light.
  • Experiment with angles to avoid harsh shadows and enhance the overall mood of your shots.

Composition Matters

  • Apply the rule of thirds by placing key elements along the grid lines or at their intersections for a balanced composition.
  • Utilize leading lines to guide the viewer's eye through the image, creating depth and interest.

Focus and Depth

  • Tap on the main subject on your phone screen to ensure it's in focus. This helps in creating sharp and detailed images.
  • Experiment with the depth of field by using the portrait mode or adjusting the aperture settings if available. This can add a dimension to your landscape shots.

Give these a try and let me know how you get on!

Mike

[โ€“] Sharlinator@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

This reads suspiciously like ChatGPT.