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Tools, tricks and techniques |
Tools, tricks, and techniques for great Canyon photos. Things often look taller or deeper if you lop off the top so your viewers have to guess how high it is--this is true for canyon walls, waterfalls, and mountains. You can make rapids look as exciting as they really are by following a few simple guidelines: tilt the camera slightly upriver to give the feeling that the river is really floating downhill--don't overdo it so it looks fake. |
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Shoot from water level. Sit in the river if necessary. Try to get some fast and furious water action in the foreground close to the camera. Have a boat partly hidden behind a wave. When you flash this on the screen at home, your friends will feel the thrill of the whitewater.
Be ready to capture the ever-changing light and moods of the Canyon. Use early or late afternoon sun to bring out shapes and textures. Backlighting your photos adds a dramatic touch. |
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Tilt the camera |
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