07-31-2013, 05:02 PM
Grip and Grin: Some Tips on Taking Photos with Your Prized Catch
Posted on July 27, 2013
Photos keep the memories of a great trip alive forever, especially when you landed that fish of a lifetime. Nowadays with digital cameras and computer programs that let even those with novice level skills make great looking photos, you still need to get a great shot to start with. When its time for the “grip and grin” on one of my trips, guys get a little frustrated with me and how particular I am about how they hold their fish.
“Its not about deception or trying to make the fish look bigger, its about balance and composition.” I tell them. ”Wash the blood off the deck and the fish, and turn it the other way so we don’t see the gaff mark.” After saying these things I get dirty looks and heavy sighs. Amazing when a few days after the trip I send them that one photo that came out just right they admit its as important as I make it sound. Take the time, and you just might get that wall hanger or magazine cover shot you always wanted. You will forget what a pain it was to take the time and get the perfect shot in the end.
Try to take the photo right after the fish was caught to preserve the vibrant colors and true emotions of the angler, and get an interesting background. While is admirable to try and hide your secret spot, the fish won’t be there in a week so go ahead and get it in the photo. Don’t be afraid to have two or more people in the photo, as faces make a picture more interesting. Be aware of things that create shadows like the boat or hats and vizors, but even some of those things can be tweaked when editing. Try to hide your hands and arms, as they are not interesting and might make a big fish look smaller than it really is. Remember: Right hand/right gill……..Left hand/left gill. This will keep your hands from either being twisted backwards or in front of the fish. Experiment with angles and depth, as a straight up and down fish looks flat and lifeless.
CLICK HERE TO SEE PHOTOS
Posted on July 27, 2013
Photos keep the memories of a great trip alive forever, especially when you landed that fish of a lifetime. Nowadays with digital cameras and computer programs that let even those with novice level skills make great looking photos, you still need to get a great shot to start with. When its time for the “grip and grin” on one of my trips, guys get a little frustrated with me and how particular I am about how they hold their fish.
“Its not about deception or trying to make the fish look bigger, its about balance and composition.” I tell them. ”Wash the blood off the deck and the fish, and turn it the other way so we don’t see the gaff mark.” After saying these things I get dirty looks and heavy sighs. Amazing when a few days after the trip I send them that one photo that came out just right they admit its as important as I make it sound. Take the time, and you just might get that wall hanger or magazine cover shot you always wanted. You will forget what a pain it was to take the time and get the perfect shot in the end.
Try to take the photo right after the fish was caught to preserve the vibrant colors and true emotions of the angler, and get an interesting background. While is admirable to try and hide your secret spot, the fish won’t be there in a week so go ahead and get it in the photo. Don’t be afraid to have two or more people in the photo, as faces make a picture more interesting. Be aware of things that create shadows like the boat or hats and vizors, but even some of those things can be tweaked when editing. Try to hide your hands and arms, as they are not interesting and might make a big fish look smaller than it really is. Remember: Right hand/right gill……..Left hand/left gill. This will keep your hands from either being twisted backwards or in front of the fish. Experiment with angles and depth, as a straight up and down fish looks flat and lifeless.
CLICK HERE TO SEE PHOTOS
Let God lead the way!
Give a man a fish he eats for one day, teach him to fish he eats forever!
Give a man a fish he eats for one day, teach him to fish he eats forever!
