08-10-2009, 03:30 PM
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Cameras can only deliver a limited range of light and shade. The trick to avoiding washed out backgrounds is to find a position where your subjects are at least as bright as what is behind them. Some locations will work best at particular times of the day or in particular lighting conditions, especially if there is a particular view you want to feature as the backdrop.
Don't give up though - much of the skill of photography is becoming more aware of lighting conditions and how to use them to your advantage.
Wulf
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Wulf Forrester-Barker << Sites: blog / flickr >>
Gear: Nikon D40, Nikon AFS 18-55mm f/3.5 - 5.6G, Nikon Series E 50mm f/1.8, Nikon AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6G, Vivitar 90mm f/2.5 macro, Raynox DCR-250, Lensbaby 2.0k, SB600
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