Alright, let’s dive into that “shooting in anderson in” thing I was messing around with. It was kinda fun, actually. So, grab a coffee (or whatever), and let me tell you how it went down.
First off, I needed a target, something that wouldn’t get me arrested. I decided to photograph some of the older buildings around Anderson, Indiana. There are some seriously cool architectural details if you look close enough. Not talking about like…major landmarks, just regular old buildings downtown.
Getting Started: I grabbed my camera (a trusty old DSLR, nothing fancy), a couple of lenses (a wide-angle and a zoom), and headed out. Didn’t bother with a tripod ’cause I wanted to be quick and nimble, ya know? Street photography style.
So, I started walking around downtown Anderson. The main street has some brick buildings that are interesting, then there’s a courthouse, etc. Just looked for spots where the light was hitting right or where there was some interesting texture or detail.
The Process: Here’s where it gets a little more detailed. I’d spot a building, then I’d kinda circle it, looking at it from different angles. Then I would adjust my settings and focus, and snap. I didn’t want to overthink it. I did not want to get so caught up in the technicalities that I would miss the shot.
Things I Learned:
- Pay attention to the light. Golden hour (that time right after sunrise and before sunset) is your friend. Everything just looks better in that light.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment. Try different angles, different lenses, different settings. See what works.
- Composition is key. Think about how you’re framing the shot. Are you leading the eye to a certain point? Are you creating a sense of depth?
Post-Processing: Back home, I loaded the photos into my computer and did some basic editing. I adjusted the exposure, contrast, and colors a little bit. Nothing too crazy. Just wanted to make the photos look their best. Snapseed app is what I usually use because I don’t know the other softwares. I like keeping it easy.
Final Thoughts: It was a fun little project. I rediscovered some cool things about my hometown, and I got to practice my photography skills. Next time, I might try shooting at night. That could be interesting.