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Landscape photography,the ultimate expression of artistry

Landscape photography brings forth art that is highly appreciated.

In Summary
  • This genre is widely admired by photographers and their audiences since artistry is captured and expressed in a snap. 
  • Editing brings out the beauty and charm in a landscape photo.
A view of Mount Longonot from the famous view point. Friday 31/3/2023
A view of Mount Longonot from the famous view point. Friday 31/3/2023
Image: ANDREW BYRON SAFARI

Landscape photography is a genre of photography that focuses on capturing images of natural or man-made landscapes.

This genre is widely admired by photographers and their audiences since artistry is captured and expressed in a snap. 

A stunning view of Mount Longonot. Friday 31/3/2023
A stunning view of Mount Longonot. Friday 31/3/2023
Image: ANDREW BYRON SAFARI

It involves capturing the beauty of the outdoors, including mountains, forests, beaches, and other natural features. An exceptional landscape photographer should possess the following qualities.

A good landscape photographer should have a creative and artistic eye to capture the beauty and essence of a landscape.

They should have a good understanding of composition, light, and color to create visually striking images.

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Most times images go through post-processing. This means that a landscape photographer should have knowledge of image editing apps such as adobe lightroom classic, photoshop among others.

Editing brings out the beauty and charm in a landscape photo.

A phenomenal landscape photographer should have a strong understanding of the technical aspects of photography, such as exposure, aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and depth of field.

They should also be skilled in using different lenses, filters, and other equipment to capture the best possible images.

This genre of photography requires patience and persistence, as the right lighting conditions or weather conditions may take time to arrive.

A good landscape photographer should be willing to wait for the right moment and willing to revisit a location multiple times to get the perfect shot.

Lastly, a landscape photographer should have a passion for the art of photography and for the landscapes they capture. This passion will help drive their creativity and inspire them to continue honing their skills over time.

Landscape photography is a really good venture when it comes to income. One can earn by, 

Selling prints of their work to collectors, art enthusiasts, and anyone interested in owning a physical copy of their photographs as well as selling them as digital copies.

As one continues honing their skills and garnering experience they can teach workshops and share their knowledge and techniques with others. People pay to attend these workshops in exchange for knowledge. 

Landscape photographers can leverage their social media following to partner with brands and promote their products. They can also work with travel companies and tourist boards to create content and promote destinations.

In conclusion, landscape photography brings forth art that is highly appreciated. It is an open canvas never limited in creativity. 

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