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This document provides an overview of night photography, including the tools, techniques, and considerations for taking photos at night. It discusses camera settings like ISO, shutter speed, and f-stops. It recommends using a tripod, remote shutter release, and proper time management. The document also covers composition, determining the camera position, checking the weather, and safety precautions. Students are assigned to take a night photo within two weeks and share it with the class.

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Night Photography
Night Photography
In This Lesson You Will Learn.......
What camera should I use?What kind of accessories do I need?Where do I buy this stuff?Camera settings.
The do’s and don'ts of night photography.Time management.A basic understanding of ISOA basic understanding of shutter speeds and f-stops.
Missed OpportunitiesWhen the sun sets what do you do with your camera?Most go home and miss out on opportunities of a lifetime.Night photography can net you the most stunning and visually exciting images to be had.
FrustrationsLets take a few minutes to talk about what frustrates you when taking a picture during evening hours or low light conditions.
Tools You May NeedWhat kind of camera do you have?Digital?Film?Medium Format?Others?
Tools You May Need...cont’dA tripod will provide you a crisp and clear image most of the time if used properly.Get something sturdy and stay away from cheap.
Tools You May Need...cont’dRemote Shutter ReleaseNot all cameras can support this cool tool. This switch allows for a hands off approach to ensure clear images.
Tools You May Need...cont’dRemote Shutter ReleaseSo this tool or accessory if we may call it that can be used in conjunction with a tripod.This will increase your chances of that amazing image that you will take.Research all options such as corded and cordless.
Tools You May Need...cont’dTimeTime is something you will need since each exposure can take up to forty seconds.Set aside a few hours.Don’t rush!
Other ConsiderationsCheck your local weather station. Pack warm clothing and water.Keep your work area organized and free of clutter. Always travel in groups of two to four people for safety reasons.
Other Considerations...cont’dBringa flashlight or a glow stick.Be careful of condensation that builds up on and inside your camera going from cool to warm environments. Look out for local law enforcement and be nice if they ask you questions. Make a shot list of what you want before you go out.
Getting Started!!Set up your tripod properly. Make sure legs are extended to their full length and properly locked.
TripodConsider a good tripod with a locking plate that screws into the bottom of your camera. This will give you piece of mind.Tripod.....cont’dWhen your tripod is set up securely, attach your camera but be sure to keep your camera strap wrapped around your wrist.Why do you think this is?
Determine the position.
ComposeThis is personal. Do what you like best.In the end it’s your choice. Over time, experience will show in your frames.
Hang On.....What About ISO?ISO sensitivity expresses the speed of photographic negative materials (formerly expressed as ASA).Since digital cameras do not use film but use image sensors instead, the ISO equivalent is usually given.
Hang On.....What About ISO?What ISO denotes is how sensitive the image sensor is to the amount of light present. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the image sensor and, therefore, the possibility to take pictures in low-light situations.And in the past, where you would have needed to physically change to a different roll of film if you wanted a different ISO speed, digital technology allows you to simply dial one in. In this way, you can record images taken at different ISO speeds on the same memory card.
What About ISO.....cont’dIf you want the image to be rich and the pixels compact and tight choose a low ISO. Keep in mind the lower the number the longer the exposure will have to be.
STOP and ShutterThe shutter speed regulates how long the film is exposed to light coming through the lens. The f/stop regulates how much light is allowed through the lens by varying the area of the hole the light comes through.For most pictures you can meter from the light or dark areas but there is an easier way.
STOP and Shutter....con’tSet your camera to BULB if you have this feature and set your Stop to a high number. This will work most of the time.
Stop and Shutter....Cont’dHere is a picture of a standard dial for most cameras. Here the Av and Tv are clearly marked on the dial.These features can be used when BULB is not available.I will talk about this more in my next instalment.
Coming to a theatre near you.....ZOOM Burst – Wow your friends with your new camera abilities!!Av or Tv - That is the question.Stop and Shutter- An in depth look at exposing exposure!Painting with flash!
Your AssignmentYou have two weeks to take your camera and take a night shot. I do check homework.You will be sharing with the class.
James Eagen1368 Ouellette, Unit 314,Windsor, OntarioN8X 1J9P – 519.915.8518C – 519.818.1424secondsightphoto@gmail.comwww.secondsightphoto.com
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  • 3. In This Lesson You Will Learn.......
  • 4. What camera should I use?What kind of accessories do I need?Where do I buy this stuff?Camera settings.
  • 5. The do’s and don'ts of night photography.Time management.A basic understanding of ISOA basic understanding of shutter speeds and f-stops.
  • 6. Missed OpportunitiesWhen the sun sets what do you do with your camera?Most go home and miss out on opportunities of a lifetime.Night photography can net you the most stunning and visually exciting images to be had.
  • 7. FrustrationsLets take a few minutes to talk about what frustrates you when taking a picture during evening hours or low light conditions.
  • 8. Tools You May NeedWhat kind of camera do you have?Digital?Film?Medium Format?Others?
  • 9. Tools You May Need...cont’dA tripod will provide you a crisp and clear image most of the time if used properly.Get something sturdy and stay away from cheap.
  • 10. Tools You May Need...cont’dRemote Shutter ReleaseNot all cameras can support this cool tool. This switch allows for a hands off approach to ensure clear images.
  • 11. Tools You May Need...cont’dRemote Shutter ReleaseSo this tool or accessory if we may call it that can be used in conjunction with a tripod.This will increase your chances of that amazing image that you will take.Research all options such as corded and cordless.
  • 12. Tools You May Need...cont’dTimeTime is something you will need since each exposure can take up to forty seconds.Set aside a few hours.Don’t rush!
  • 13. Other ConsiderationsCheck your local weather station. Pack warm clothing and water.Keep your work area organized and free of clutter. Always travel in groups of two to four people for safety reasons.
  • 14. Other Considerations...cont’dBringa flashlight or a glow stick.Be careful of condensation that builds up on and inside your camera going from cool to warm environments. Look out for local law enforcement and be nice if they ask you questions. Make a shot list of what you want before you go out.
  • 15. Getting Started!!Set up your tripod properly. Make sure legs are extended to their full length and properly locked.
  • 16. TripodConsider a good tripod with a locking plate that screws into the bottom of your camera. This will give you piece of mind.Tripod.....cont’dWhen your tripod is set up securely, attach your camera but be sure to keep your camera strap wrapped around your wrist.Why do you think this is?
  • 18. ComposeThis is personal. Do what you like best.In the end it’s your choice. Over time, experience will show in your frames.
  • 19. Hang On.....What About ISO?ISO sensitivity expresses the speed of photographic negative materials (formerly expressed as ASA).Since digital cameras do not use film but use image sensors instead, the ISO equivalent is usually given.
  • 20. Hang On.....What About ISO?What ISO denotes is how sensitive the image sensor is to the amount of light present. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the image sensor and, therefore, the possibility to take pictures in low-light situations.And in the past, where you would have needed to physically change to a different roll of film if you wanted a different ISO speed, digital technology allows you to simply dial one in. In this way, you can record images taken at different ISO speeds on the same memory card.
  • 21. What About ISO.....cont’dIf you want the image to be rich and the pixels compact and tight choose a low ISO. Keep in mind the lower the number the longer the exposure will have to be.
  • 22. STOP and ShutterThe shutter speed regulates how long the film is exposed to light coming through the lens. The f/stop regulates how much light is allowed through the lens by varying the area of the hole the light comes through.For most pictures you can meter from the light or dark areas but there is an easier way.
  • 23. STOP and Shutter....con’tSet your camera to BULB if you have this feature and set your Stop to a high number. This will work most of the time.
  • 24. Stop and Shutter....Cont’dHere is a picture of a standard dial for most cameras. Here the Av and Tv are clearly marked on the dial.These features can be used when BULB is not available.I will talk about this more in my next instalment.
  • 25. Coming to a theatre near you.....ZOOM Burst – Wow your friends with your new camera abilities!!Av or Tv - That is the question.Stop and Shutter- An in depth look at exposing exposure!Painting with flash!
  • 26. Your AssignmentYou have two weeks to take your camera and take a night shot. I do check homework.You will be sharing with the class.
  • 27. James Eagen1368 Ouellette, Unit 314,Windsor, OntarioN8X 1J9P – 519.915.8518C – 519.818.1424secondsightphoto@gmail.comwww.secondsightphoto.com

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