How to Shoot Glamour Photography

Glamour photography is a bit of a throwback to the 1940s and 1950s when models would be seductively dressed and photographed in alluring poses. Today the market for glamour photography is pretty strong, ranging from aspiring models, looking for images for their portfolio, to brides, wanting to give a special gift for their soon-to-be husbands. Instructions 1 Interview your subject to find out the type of picture she wants or what type of...

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How to Use the Sony Telephoto Handycam Lens

Looking for those tight close-ups, with a shallower depth of field? Then the Sony VCL-HG1737C Telephoto Converter lens is a great addition to all your amateur or professional video needs. This 37-mm High Grade 1.7x Telephoto Lens attaches easily and securely onto your handycam. Bring your subjects 1.7 times closer and with greater detail and resolution with these simple instructions that will guide you on attaching, cleaning and using your telephoto...

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Main Parts of Camera Film

The makeup of film may be more complicated than a camera while a film camera merely allows a controlled light leak to reach the film's surface. Although just a fraction of a millimeter thick, camera film consists of many layers of chemical coatings. Aside from being light-sensitive, film is designed to resist scratches and unwanted printing effects. Topcoat Layer The topcoat of film is the glossy layer facing you as you view the images in...

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How to Test Photography Light Meters

Testing photographic light meters is an essential step to ensure the light meter provides an accurate reading. Light meters allow a photographer to properly expose an image based on the existing light sources and are used as a backup to the light meters present in most cameras. Using a gray card, test shots and an image histogram, you can test the accuracy of your light meter prior to beginning an important photo shoot. Instructions 1 Use...

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