30 Min Foto

30 Min Foto Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from 30 Min Foto, Photographer, 5834 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA.

Watch the light Next to the subject, the most important part of every picture is the light. It affects the appearance of...
05/06/2015

Watch the light


Next to the subject, the most important part of every picture is the light. It affects the appearance of everything you photograph. On a great-grandmother, bright sunlight from the side can enhance wrinkles. But the soft light of a cloudy day can subdue those same wrinkles.

Don't like the light on your subject? Then move yourself or your subject. For landscapes, try to take pictures early or late in the day when the light is orangish and rakes across the land.

Super Cat.
04/06/2015

Super Cat.

Photography Tip: Use Flash outdoorsOn cloudy days, use the camera's fill-flash mode if it has one. The flash will bright...
04/05/2015

Photography Tip: Use Flash outdoors

On cloudy days, use the camera's fill-flash mode if it has one. The flash will brighten up people's faces and make them stand out. Also take a picture without the flash, because the soft light of overcast days sometimes gives quite pleasing results by itself.

Have you tried this technique?

Extended exposure photography is special, it is unlike many forms of photography that have little required planning or s...
04/03/2015

Extended exposure photography is special, it is unlike many forms of photography that have little required planning or special gear. There are no snapshots in extended exposure photography. It takes careful planning in order to take a photograph of this type that is more than just a blurry mess. The fun is found in the meticulous study of light and the experimental tinkering required to do it well. Here is the gear you need and some tips to make your forays into extended exposure photography successful.

Lock the focus If your subject is not in the center of the picture, you need to lock the focus to create a sharp picture...
04/03/2015

Lock the focus

If your subject is not in the center of the picture, you need to lock the focus to create a sharp picture. Most auto-focus cameras focus on whatever is in the center of the picture. But to improve pictures, you will often want to move the subject away from the center of the picture. If you don't want a blurred picture, you'll need to first lock the focus with the subject in the middle and then recompose the picture so the subject is away from the middle.

Usually you can lock the focus in three steps. First, center the subject and press and hold the shutter button halfway down. Second, reposition your camera (while still holding the shutter button) so the subject is away from the center. And third, finish by pressing the shutter button all the way down to take the picture.

July 16, 2000 total lunar eclipse, Maui, HI. Nikon 8008 SLR and 35mm NIKKOR lens in multiple exposure mode to capture th...
04/02/2015

July 16, 2000 total lunar eclipse, Maui, HI. Nikon 8008 SLR and 35mm NIKKOR lens in multiple exposure mode to capture the entire eclipse on one frame of Kodak Royal Gold 100 film. Basic exposure of 1/125 sec. at f/5.6 was increased to 1/8 sec. within 15 min. of totality, then set to 4 sec. throughout totality. A second metered exposure captures morning twilight and silhouetted palm trees.

Technical ExcellenceThe printing, sharpness, exposure, retouching, correct color and mounting are some points that shows...
03/30/2015

Technical Excellence
The printing, sharpness, exposure, retouching, correct color and mounting are some points that shows the quality of the physical print.

Print PresentationA high-quality print starts with a good negative or digital file. It must be correctly exposed prior t...
03/29/2015

Print Presentation
A high-quality print starts with a good negative or digital file. It must be correctly exposed prior to printing it. Glossy photo prints are shiny and vibrant in colors but hard to view when reflected by intense light. Matte finish is best suited for black & white images but the texture can make a photo look grainy.

Move in closeIf your subject is smaller than a car, take a step or two closer before taking the picture and zoom in on y...
03/29/2015

Move in close

If your subject is smaller than a car, take a step or two closer before taking the picture and zoom in on your subject. Your goal is to fill the picture area with the subject you are photographing. Up close you can reveal telling details, like a sprinkle of freckles or an arched eyebrow.

But don't get too close or your pictures will be blurry. The closest focusing distance for most cameras is about three feet, or about one step away from your camera. If you get closer than the closest focusing distance of your camera (see your manual to be sure), your pictures will be blurry.

Use flash outdoorsBright sun can create unattractive deep facial shadows. Eliminate the shadows by using your flash to l...
03/27/2015

Use flash outdoors

Bright sun can create unattractive deep facial shadows. Eliminate the shadows by using your flash to lighten the face. When taking people pictures on sunny days, turn your flash on. You may have a choice of fill-flash mode or full-flash mode. If the person is within five feet, use the fill-flash mode; beyond five feet, the full-power mode may be required. With a digital camera, use the picture display panel to review the results.

On cloudy days, use the camera's fill-flash mode if it has one. The flash will brighten up people's faces and make them stand out. Also take a picture without the flash, because the soft light of overcast days sometimes gives quite pleasing results by itself.

StyleVarious fields of photography require a different style and perspective. The techniques used may vary based on the ...
03/24/2015

Style
Various fields of photography require a different style and perspective. The techniques used may vary based on the subject, the situation and the theme of the contest.

Use a plain background A plain background shows off the subject you are photographing. When you look through the camera ...
03/23/2015

Use a plain background

A plain background shows off the subject you are photographing. When you look through the camera viewfinder, force yourself to study the area surrounding your subject. Make sure no poles grow from the head of your favorite niece and that no cars seem to dangle from her ears.

Address

5834 Santa Monica Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA
90038

Telephone

(323) 463-1678

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when 30 Min Foto posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category