An analysis of National geographic's photo of the day.
February 14th 2008 06:47
I am not going to repeat what you'll find out by reading the information provided with the link.
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link to nat geo's photo of the day with description - click here
But what I am going to do is point out some distinguishing features and give you some ideas about what makes this photo special.
You really do need to use the link for an enlarged shot and for the description.
To quote from the photographer and do remember he is a professional and well prepared to take his shots and of course had the right equipment.
"I was in a panic to make sure I caught it"
So, even the best have difficulties and it is only very rarely that you'll get that fantastic shot by accident.
You may take it too that he had positioned himself well for his photograph.
Now, the first thing that makes this photo special is the fact is that is was of a seasonal event and one that is well known and famous, even poor shots of such events can sometimes be acceptable, rather than no shot at all.
This photo follows the rule of thirds quite well and you'll probably find this is second nature to a professional photographer who scarcely needs to give it a thought, it is programmed so assuredly into his brain, thus his capturing of such effects is almost automatic.
The colours and the sweeping width of the rose coloured sky occupied by the lights in contrast with the normal night sky and the black stark silhouette of the tree with its barren branches enhances the beauty of the special colouring of the night sky.
To fully appreciat this your emotions need to be engaged and I don't think anyone would deny its natural beauty and artistry and such things do pluck at our heart strings.
Emotion in photography is a very powerful force in its appreciation.
Here we don't have a line but a curve which emphasises the sweep of light spread artistically across the sky. But notice it is displaced laterally rather than the central focus which allows a better photograph.
The blending of colours in the final image, and there are barely 3 or 4 adds to the harmony.
It is a simple photo but a breathtaking one, and one which most people would appreciate.
See how you can adapt some of these principles into your photographs with just a tip or two.
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