General News
22 February, 2025
Photography tips from your local newspaper
What's the best photo you've taken?
Focus on faces
Photos with faces looking at the camera are more engaging. Encourage your subjects to avoid blinking and flash their best smiles!
Backdrop Basics
Pay attention to the background. A cluttered or distracting background can detract from the subject of the photo. Simple, clean backgrounds work best.
Keep group shots simple
While large group photos can be great, smaller groups of three to four people are more visually appealing when printed. Position everyone centrally for a balanced look.
Steady hands, clear shots
Blurry photos can’t be fixed! Hold your camera steady or use a tripod to ensure sharp images.
Check your camera settings
Make sure your camera is set to take photos at the highest quality available. If your photo looks too bright (overexposed) or too dark (underexposed), adjust your camera settings, use the flash, or tweak the brightness.
Mind your lighting
Lighting makes or breaks a photo! Always position light sources (like windows) in front of your subject, not behind. Avoid harsh shadows caused by hats or sunglasses.
How to send your images to The Gilgandra Weekly:
Send the best quality Image
When submitting photos, always email the original file at its highest resolution. Avoid sending images via text, as this reduces their quality and send at original size if prompted.
Provide names and context
Include the names of everyone in the photo and any extra details we should know.
