Take Pictures of Children with a Digital Camera
If you have had a child in the last handful of years, it is likely that you have a digital camera. Digital cameras are especially wonderful for ease of use, versatility and ability to see, share and delete photos without having to have a whole roll of film developed. This makes it ideal for shooting photos of children since they move, blink, cry and seldom sit still.
Instructions
1. Familiarize yourself with the camera if it is new or someone else's. Typically there is an on/off switch, a zoom toggle (or two buttons to zoom in and out), a setting guide (use Auto if in doubt) and a shutter button, which takes the photo. Many digital cameras display the framed view on a LCD display on the back of the camera so you do not have to peer through a small hole but some do not.
2. Take a practice shot. The beauty of a digital camera is that you can immediately erase any photos you do not like or want. Taking a practice shot allows you to gauge if you are using the correct setting, if a flash is needed and if the subject is correctly framed. It also allows you to check how quickly the shutter button actually "snaps" after you press it. On digital cameras, there can be quite a delay.
3. Choose an automated setting if necessary. If you are trying to get a shot during a soccer game, the action function might improve your photo. The nighttime automatic setting can also be useful at times.
4. Get down on their level. When you are shooting small children, sit or lay on the floor so you are at their eye level.
5. Move in for a close up. Bad photos are almost always too far away and contain clutter and useless scenery around the subject. Move in close for a better photo. Some of the sweetest photos of children are extreme close-ups of their hands, eyes, mouths or even chubby baby thighs.
6. Take lots of pictures. Since you can delete at will, take more than enough photos in order to capture at least one spectacular one. There is no drawback to taking too many photos. Just keep clicking and you will be sure to have a wonderful photo in the mix.
7. Candids are better than posed shots, which are practically impossible for children to sit still for anyway. Take photos of kids sleeping, crying, exploring, walking away or throwing a temper tantrum. These are the photos you will cherish in years to come.
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