Day Nine: “A Pop of Color” — Incorporate Color
The colors in our photographs are evocative and rouse emotions within us. Color can elevate a mundane image into something beautiful and intriguing, and can tell a tale within the frame.
In this image of a door in Malta, the two shades of blue brighten an otherwise nondescript scene, and also add layers of story and perspective: Who lives in this building? What’s behind that door?
Today, pay attention to how color affects your image. Let color be the star!
Today’s Tip: Keep it simple: experiment with only one color.
Day Nine: “A Pop of Color” — Incorporate Color
In today’s featured image, the color blue is whimsical yet strong. Sometimes, blue looks and feels soothing and serene, but it can also look and feel cold and apathetic. While other shades are eye-catching in their own ways, here, the blue works well. A red door might change the mood of the picture, for example, and signal excitement or danger.
As you look through your viewfinder today, think about how a color makes you feel. Calm? Agitated? Energetic? Somber? As you focus on one color, consider these tips:
- Choose a bold shade against a neutral background, instead of several colors competing for attention in a scene.
- Look for a strong color within a basic composition of uncomplicated lines — your pop of color will stand out more.
- Continue to experiment with POV as you shoot your color-as-subject — the color may transform as you move.
- Don’t ignore soft, pastel shades — colors like mint and pink can make statements, too.
- Juxtapose pastels with black and darker shades.
- When in doubt, pair an accent color with white — you’ll see its impact immediately.
Want to learn how to enhance your colors in your photography without having to go to Photoshop or Lightroom? A special course on using circular polarizing filter (click on it), to help reduce reflections, and adding color on your scenery and other things. Look for it next week. circular polarizing filter
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