Did you know there are over 34,000 professional photographers in the US? If so, are you one of them?
Do you often find yourself desperately trying to decide between different photos after a photoshoot? You may even end up staring at photos of yourself or your subjects for hours on end, wondering what the differences are.
Well, luckily, there are steps you can take to help you rule out the duds and pick the perfect photo. Let’s go through how to choose between similar photos.
1. Take Fewer Photos
You don’t actually need to take dozens of photos. Sometimes, less is more. Take breaks when you’re shooting, and see if you need more of the same shot. You may already have the photos you need.
You should also make sure you’re not looking at actually identical photos. You may have accidentally copied a photo over multiple times, or duplicated your images by mistake. There are some apps available out there that can help you out.
2. Check The Background
There could be distractions in the background of some of the shots that you may have missed. Look out for photobombers, whether they be accidental or on purpose. If you were taking photos near a street, watch out for cars that may be driving by. People may be walking past you on the sidewalk.
You should also watch out for other types of photo clutter. Anything that distracts from the problem could be an issue. Avoid shots where it looks like background items may be attached to part of your subject’s body.
3. Get Rid Of Mistakes
No matter how much you like a particular shot, if there are aspects of it that are blurry or out of focus it’s time to rule it out. The same is true if you accidentally put your thumb on the camera lens, or if one of your subjects blinks or yawns.
4. Get a Second Opinion
After you stare at an image for long enough, they all tend to start blurring together. So, ask a photo-loving friend or loved one to help you out with photo reviews. They may notice details you might have otherwise missed.
You may also want to try looking at multiple photos at the same time. This will help you notice little differences that you might not catch if you look at them individually. For example, it can help you see how the light changes between photos.
5. Keep It Straight
Sometimes, your photos will just come out looking crooked. This could be because you’re angling the camera a little off-center. Or, it could be because of what’s in the background of the photo.
If there’s a fence or a wall, the way your subject is angled up against it may end up making the whole photo look crooked. Pay attention to any lines in your photo, and try putting them on a grid. If it doesn’t work, it may be best to choose another photo.
Choosing Between Similar Photos
Once you have these strategies down pat, you’ll have no problem making a choice between similar photos.
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