Chapter Two

Camera Settings

F-Stop, Shutter Speed & ISO

If you’re struggling with the technical stuff when you’re shooting, you’re not alone. For what’s supposed to be a really artistic pursuit, it’s amazing how many technical things, like aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and thermal velocity all play a critical role in making a simple picture. This is definitely one of those left brain/right brain type of things, and here’s how that translates to photography: If you’re a right brain type of thinker, that generally means you’re more a creative person, and probably have a highly developed emotional intelligence. You’re capable of a wide range of expression, and you most likely have a great imagination, as well. If you’re more of a left brain type ...

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