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Many portraits work because they have an
informal look that most people would call ‘natural’. But even pictures
like these need thought to make them successful. For instance, it is
pointless to take lots of pictures in a casual manner if the exposure
or focus is incorrect or the shot is badly composed. With a little
forethought all these problems can be avoided, but at the same time
there is no need to be so preoccupied with the mechanics of photography
that it causes inhibition and the pictures become rigid and
un-spontaneous.
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As with all aspects of photography, the
most important thing is being so familiar with the equipment that all
the controls become second nature. Once these mastered it is possible
to concentrate on technique and become more adventurous.
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A zoom lens, especially when combined
with an autofocus mechanism, makes for faster work since focal length
can be changed without the need to swap lenses.
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Ultimately, of course, it is the
photographer’s eye that seize upon that good shot, however much
advanced equipment may be available!
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