Out of Focus: Helpful Hints
Almost all of us feel frustrated when the picture is out of focus, but there are photographers who shoot this way on purpose. These blurry shots are dangerous. The more you do them, the better you feel. Oh, and by the way, be careful: it's addictive. Such a frame is easy to shoot, but hard to perceive and explain.
Here are some examples and recommendations.
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How do they do it?
1. Shooting in this style requires creativity and skill that only comes with practice.
2. Sometimes blurring can cause the viewer to have additional interest in viewing the frame. By the way, the nature of the out-of-focus lens pattern is called bokeh.
3. The lack of focus makes the viewer think about the frame and build associations, mentally complement what is not clearly distinguishable.
4. Professionals say that a beautiful out-of-focus pattern is given by light sources.
Here are two top questions about out-of-focus frames and the answers to them.
What to shoot?
5. Always choose objects with clear shapes and well-defined parts - they will look better when out of focus.
6. Do not try to fill the frame with too much detail, although this sometimes helps to create surreal pictures.
7. Unusual posture or movement that can catch the eye makes an out-of-focus shot interesting.
8. Film everything. Never stop taking pictures and you will definitely find your own approach.
How to shoot?
9. It is not at all difficult, as they say, not quantum mechanics. Just try moving in or out while holding manual focus.
10. Aperture should be as open as possible.
11. If you're shooting with a DSLR, remember that what you see in the viewfinder or on the screen may not be exactly what you end up with.
12. Try black and white shots: it can completely change their mood.