{"id":27399,"date":"2022-07-07T10:00:24","date_gmt":"2022-07-07T17:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/community.nrs.com\/?p=27399"},"modified":"2022-07-06T14:57:46","modified_gmt":"2022-07-06T21:57:46","slug":"a-boaters-guide-to-better-photos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/community.nrs.com\/duct-tape\/2022\/07\/07\/a-boaters-guide-to-better-photos\/","title":{"rendered":"A Boater\u2019s Guide to Better Photos"},"content":{"rendered":"

River trips are full of special moments. Exciting rapids, stunning landscapes, cherished time spent with loved ones. Scenes can be magical, but what you see in front of you doesn\u2019t always translate to a photo. Have you ever gotten home from a trip and been disappointed in your images? You aren\u2019t alone.<\/p>\n

It can be easy to blame bad images on gear, but there’s more to it than that. A little bit of knowledge can go a long way. Learning what to look for can help you get good photos in any condition.<\/p>\n

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How to Shoot at Noon | <\/strong>One of the biggest problems with taking photos on the water is the lighting. Many people boat during the middle of the day when the sun is brightest. This leads to harsh light with bright highlights and dark shadows. It\u2019s harder to get good photos in full sun, but not impossible. Here are some strategies to help.<\/p>\n

1. Utilize the Shade
\n<\/strong>One of the easiest ways to avoid shooting in the harsh sun is to find shade. Keep an eye out for whatever shade you can find. It could be a canyon wall, tall trees, or even a passing cloud in the sky.<\/p>\n

2. Shoot Landscapes with the Sun Behind You
\n<\/strong>Taking a picture of the landscape is one of the hardest things to do in the middle of the day. With so much in the photo, it\u2019s hard to avoid harsh shadows. One strategy is to shoot with the sun behind you\u2014aka front lighting. This will produce the most even lighting possible.<\/p>\n