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Cor Delissen (Groeiend Best): " Make sure you are in the right place at the right time "
Cor Delissen (Groeiend Best): " Make sure you are in the right place at the right time "
Groeiend Best is a local newspaper. Editors at a local paper have to provide texts and pictures and prepare them in order to make everything 'newspaper ready'. The aim is giving a good broad reflection of what happened in the area that specific week. A local newspaper mostly appears weekly and of course it is important that the news appeals to a broad public. (Below there is an interview with Cor Denissen, editor for Groeiend Best)
Groeiend Best is a local newspaper. Editors at a local paper have to provide texts and pictures and prepare them in order to make everything 'newspaper ready'. The aim is giving a good broad reflection of what happened in the area that specific week. A local newspaper mostly appears weekly and of course it is important that the news appeals to a broad public. (Below there is an interview with Cor Denissen, editor for Groeiend Best)
How do you, as a press photographer, prepare for a piece in the paper?
How do you, as a press photographer, prepare for a piece in the paper?
It is very important to know as much as possible about your subject.
Every subject asks for a different approach. Making a picture of a seventh grade class is different from photographing a golden bridal couple. The photo of the class should be colourful and spontaneous as the golden couple should reflect happiness and romance. A director of a large company should perhaps be given a certain 'allure' in a photo.
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How do you get the right exposure/light, in your photo? Do you have any tips for our students to take into account?
How do you get the right exposure/light, in your photo? Do you have any tips for our students to take into account?
You must know your camera well. The right exposure is a balancing act. Overexposure leads to washed-out, faded images. Underexposed images are dark and hard to see.
Can you tell us which camera angles work well in press photography?
Can you tell us which camera angles work well in press photography?
It depends highly on the subject. Sometimes a 'frog's perspective' can be powerful. For example when you make a picture of Sequoia trees and you want to make them look even taller. If on the other hand you want to show an overview of a city or area 'bird view perspective' is the best option. To make a good portrait picture you should be eye to eye, so at the same hight.
How do you make people feel comfortable in the photo?
How do you make people feel comfortable in the photo?
As a photographer it is important to talk a little to the people first, just to break the ice and to make them feel at ease. Stay in touch with your 'model'. A joke made at the right time often causes a spontaneous reaction, with as a result alovely picture.
How do you ensure that you capture the story in an image?
How do you ensure that you capture the story in an image?
A photo should support the story or even better make it more powerful. Do not forget; a picture often says more than a thousand words. When you flip a newspaper page, the first thing you notice is the photo! If it stands out, in terms of color and composition and immediately draws your attention, the photographer did a good job.
Are there different photography styles in photo reports?
Are there different photography styles in photo reports?
Be creative! Use elements in the foreground effectively, for instance to create depth in your picture. Make sure there are no disturbing background elements. Try not to include too much in the picture. Zooming in usually gives a stronger photo!
Also read practical tips numbers 3 and 4.
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