How to take the perfect picture

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Everybody can take photographs. But how to take that one that will stand out? A photo of your family, for example? Below are some tips to ensure the success of all your photos!

When you start photographing people it is important that they feel good. Have them wear clothes they feel comfortable in. Keep in mind though that the colours of the clothes must not clash with each other. Too many colours and prints combined can give a messy impression.

Choose a backdrop that suits the participants and the colours of their clothing well and arrange for sufficient light. There is usually sufficient light at an outdoor location. Ensure that no one is looking straight into the sun. This will prevent people from squinting.

You could opt for a group photo where everyone looks at the camera the minute you

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press the button. However, why not try a less posed photo by grabbing hold of your camera at a random moment?

You could try to vary the viewpoint as well. Opt for a lower or a higher viewpoint instead. There’s also no need for everyone to stand. Some models could sit or squat to add more dynamic to the image.

Ready to take a photograph? Be sure to take plenty of photos. There’s always someone pulling a funny face or has their eyes shut. Taking many photographs substantially increases the chance of a perfect photo. And once the photos are ready? Put the best one in a frame. What’s also great fun is to photograph each family member separately and frame their pictures. Arrange all the frames playfully on a wall and, hey presto, the best collage ever.

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