macq23 wrote::thumbup: wow utterly stunning photos....how do you produce photos like that...or is that a trade secret?
Thanks mac, and no secrets
1 - If your camera has the option to shoot in RAW instead of jpeg then do that.
2 - Post process the RAW files - I use Adobe Lightroom but there are many alternatives
(RAW files contain more dynamic range than jpegs so it's easier to recover shadows etc than it is with a jpeg. They also allow non-destructive editing as opposed to editing a jpeg which is pixel manipulation. If you shoot in jpeg the camera is doing the post processing for you with a pre-defined preset. Doing it yourself afterwards gives you more control. RAW or jpeg they are both post processed)
3 - When post processing a simple tweak of the contrast, clarity and saturation is all it can take to make an average shot a great shot. Some people hear post processing and think you are going nuts with it (which you can if you want) but often the subtle tweaks give the best outcomes
4 - Spend an unhealthy amount of time reading up stuff on a photography forum such as POTN (optional
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5 - if shooting landscapes try shooting at or around sunset or sunrise for best results. Obviously this isn't always possible if taking shots whilst walking munros. Harsh midday sun is probably the worst time.
Hope that helps a bit
Eddie