Mario's Note: Today Iaio Atamián brings us an inspiring article full of tips and ideas to photograph this winter. Put yourself in the cold before continuing reading Winter has arrived! Are you ready to capture those stunning photos that only winter allows you to capture? Winter is a special season for all photography lovers, as it brings endless visual possibilities that you can take advantage of with your camera. In today's article I bring you a small review guide so that this winter (or the next one, if you are in the southern hemisphere of the planet) you can put into practice all the knowledge that you have been acquiring in the Photographer's Blog and do Excellent winter photos. Note: This article reads and is best enjoyed with a good cup of hot coffee, tea, or infusion. Happy reading
TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOUR TEAM
The cold, the snow and the water can be mortal enemies for your photographic equipment if you do not have the proper care. You will find everything you need for the care of your equipment in the following article: Tips for cleaning SLR cameras .BEWARE OF FALLS
Throwing pictures in the snow without getting ready enough can be a mistake. Not only do you have to take care of your equipment, remember that the most important thing in photography is you, let's take care of the photographer Try to wear comfortable and warm clothes and the right shoes to avoid slips and falls. If you want some tips to prepare everything for your trip, read the following article: Tips for travel photography.NOT EVERYTHING IS NATURE
It is not necessary to go deep into the forest or on top of a snowy mountain to take excellent photos in winter, cities are also an excellent framework for winter photography. Training your photographic eye you will be able to take excellent photos without leaving your city.BE CAREFUL WITH THE FLASH
Be careful when using the flash as it is not recommended to use it in all situations. If it is snowing and you shoot with flash, it is very likely that you will get results like the one in the example photograph. Since the snow reflects the light in a very intense way, the shadows are very hard and marked, so if you shoot a fill flash, you will compensate for all the dark areas. If you have any questions, you can consult the following article: Everything you need to know about the flash .APPROACH THE SUBJECT
As much as possible, try to approach the subjects to improve your photographs, look for the best angles and try to ensure that all the elements of the photography are in harmony. You can agree to follow the photographic rules or not , but I advise you to take a look at the following article if you want to get the best results: 7 basic rules to get good photos .TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE MOVEMENT
It is shocking when a photograph manages to freeze an instant, but at the same time, transmit all the speed and movement in the scene. Winter offers endless possibilities for you to go out and capture their movements. With this guide you can freeze the movement, and not thanks to the cold: tips to capture and transmit the movement .PAY ATTENTION TO THE DETAILS
Keep your eyes wide open and the camera always ready because at any time and place you can find something worthy to photograph. The details of the scenes can generate excellent photographs, just be careful to find them. If you want some examples of detail photography, you can consult the following weekly challenge: detail photography .NOT EVERYTHING IS SNOW
In winter, not everything is photographing snow-covered landscapes, you can also try to photograph the incredible flora and fauna of these. You can portray endless species that make winter your ideal place. You can read the following article if, like me, you love to portray birds and birds: Tips and tricks for photographing birds .PLAY WITH THE SHADOWS
The shadows add strength, rhythm and expression to the photographs, reinforce the message and add contrast: without them the photos would lose presence. Try to get the most out of the shadows and how they are drawn in the snow. It is only a matter of practice, do not be afraid to make "mistakes" since some of them do nothing but beautify the photographs .MAKE THE MOST OF THE LANDSCAPES
Winter loads of expressiveness almost everything it touches, especially landscapes. If you are a lover of these, do not hesitate to go out in your search. If you want a successful photographic trip, do not wait to get lucky and find that virgin landscape waiting for you, start planning, take advantage of the power of the Internet and investigate the best places. If you don't know where to start, don't worry, here are 7 tips for your next photo trip .TAKE PHOTOS AT ALL HOURS
When the afternoon starts to fall and the sun goes down on the horizon, the photographer's worst enemy appears , the darkness , but don't fear, it won't ruin your photos if you know how to face it. The light situations of sunrise and sunset in winter will emotionally load your photographs if you know how to take advantage of them. Read the following article if you want to learn how to master them: Recommended settings for a correct photograph of sunsets and sunrises .IN BAD WEATHER .. GOOD PORTRAITS
Do not believe that the only thing that changes in winter is the environment, you also do it: you warm up more, change your expression, the color of your skin, etc. Take advantage of all these changes and turn them into stunning portraits. Don't worry, here are two excellent articles for you to make portraits like a pro: 11 Tricks and tips for some Awesome portraits and 26 Easy tips and tricks for professional portraits.BEWARE OF THE CONTRAST
The snow acts as a mirror of sunlight and its clarity is overshadowed by the hardness of the shadows that surround it. In winter, the lights and shadows can make you have a hard time if you do not know how to do so that both live peacefully within your photographs. A correct measurement and exposure will solve almost all your problems. What? Don't you know what light measurement is? Here is an article so you can do it like a professional: Examples of light measurement modes in photography .AS WHITE AS THE SNOW
Surely you will have heard the saying "snow white" , but when you see your photographs you end up noticing that more than white, the snow has a bluish or grayish tone. To make the snow come out as white as you see it in your photographs, you will need to adjust the white balance. Do not be scared, just by reading the following article you will know how to configure it: White balance .BLACK AND WHITE, WHY NOT?
I dare to quote Mario about black and white photography:“Nothing in the world resembles Black and White photography. There are black and white photos that take your breath away, that upset you, in a good way. ”Combining the photographs in the winter with black and white is very effective, but remember that if a photo says nothing, it is unlikely that just turning it to black and white will reverse that situation. Here is an article where you will learn how to make those black and white photos that Mario was talking about: Tips for a better black and white photograph.
THE UNSPOKEN WINTER
The photographs are more for what they transmit and tell than for what they explicitly show. You can try to give a winter season feeling using unconventional elements. It is not a simple challenge, but I invite you to seek to portray the winter outside from another place. Everyday elements can take you to new directions in search of new perspectives, only if you take a sip of creativity . Now all you have to do is prepare your equipment, look for a good coat and throw yourself into stunning photos taking advantage of this winter. I hope you liked today's article, and do not hesitate to make your contribution in the comments. Oh, and don't stop supporting me with your recommendations on Facebook, Twitter and Google+. Thanks in advance.