Tips/Tricks thread

[jjeling]

Now many of you are aware that you can move the position of the camera during a long exposure to get a desired effect. Sometimes you can control it others you cannot. I took a recreational photography class my last semester of college. Could have taught the class myself, but that's not important. Over time, I have learned, always listen to someone with experience, no matter how much they have. There is always something to learn from someone. After a while, I developed a relationship with the instructor and aided in the class instruction. The last week he said I didn't have to show up to class for my efforts and would still receive an A in the class. Thank God because on the final day he was giving different tips as to how and take different pictures. Like anything, it has a limited use and shouldnt be overused. But during a long exposure instead of moving the camera, if you have an adjustable focal length lens, it can be moved during the exposure. The change in the focal length will give an effect that is impossible to duplicate in any software program. Its fun sometimes but, does not work to much. Just thought I would share it. Here is the only half way decent result Ive received. Have fun.