I've spent the better portion of an afternoon critiquing student work and several key ideas kept surfacing. Its interesting to me that although these concepts are relatively easy to implement , they seem very hard to remember to use.
So.... let's look at these ideas. Try to keep in mind that any one of these or, all of these can only add to the quality of your images.
When you are shooting your images, slow down and think through all the possible options.
FOCUS IS CRITICAL! Check it and then recheck it.
Correct white balance can add color, clarity , and impact to your images.
Use a tripod whenever possible.
Is my exposure correct?
Have I used the correct combination of aperture and shutter speed to give the effect I am after?
Is my composition in the correct format for my intended use?
Are there any elements in the photograph that are too busy or tend to clutter my composition?
Does my photograph tell a story?
This process of thinking through all of your options may take a few minutes but in time it will become second nature and you won't even slow down as you work through the answers in your mind. Your subconscious will take over and you will find that your work steadily improves. It's just a mental checklist but to some degree it will ensure that your photography is the best you can make it.
the comment about slowing down should be gospel. My best pix came when I was not in a hurry and had time to mull it over in my noggin before I put the camera to my eye.
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