Abstract Photography Essentials
Creating abstract images is a lot of fun especially if you have a few photographic techniques you can use
. With that in mind, this article will cover four techniques: selective focus, light and shadows, curves, and texture. Each one of these simple techniques may be used with many different types of subject matter. The aim is to learn the techniques and then apply them to whatever subject matter is found that will create impressive abstract images.
Focusing the Attention with Selective Focus
If you are looking for an easy but effective abstract photography technique, selective focus is the technique for you. When used well, the selective focus technique is very powerful and can lead to images that can really seize a viewer's attention. To apply this technique, a large aperture is used to produce a very narrow depth of field. The most important part of the image is then identified and set as the focus point of the lens.
There are two things that can be done to make your images even more impressive when utilizing this technique. When the color of the sharp portion of the image is different than the rest of the image, the sharp part will stand out much more. The color contrast will enhance the difference between the center of interest and the blurred areas. The end result is that the center of interest will become stronger. Second, curves may be used to help direct the viewer's attention to the center of interest.
The Interplay of Light and Shadows
Using the interplay of light and shadows can create drama in an image. Now, many photographers tend to think only in terms of light. This is a mistake -- for light is nothing without shadows. Shadows function as much more than dim areas that encompass areas of light. Instead, shadows function to make the light come to life. This is particularly true with abstract images.
When utilizing this technique, the main purpose of the shadows is to enhance the forms in an image. As a result, it is important that forms that seize ones' attention be used in abstract images. Then, the shadows are used in a way that makes the forms stand out.
As an example, the shadows may surround the center of interest so that the viewer's attention is naturally drawn to that point.
The Power of Curves
When it comes to abstract photography, curves can be utilized with powerful effect. The more dominant the curves are in an abstract image, the greater the impact the curves will have. In some images, the curves end up being the most important part of the image.
Graceful curves or curves that are dynamic work best with this technique. Furthermore, all of the curves must work in harmony. When curves appear to run around an image aimlessly, the image will be degraded rather than enhanced.
Adding Interest with Texture
A technique that is much like the use of curves is the use of texture. In many cases, texture and curves are used simultaneously. When used to create impact in an abstract image, the texture must be a very strong characteristic of the main subject in the image.
Summary
With these four techniques, you have a good start on producing some fascinating abstract images. On the other hand, there are many more abstract photography techniques.
by: Dave Trent
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