Conceptual Photography Tips

Conceptual photography is a very challenging art. Usually requires photography skills, a cool concept, and mastery of the techniques used. How do you do it?

1. Concept

You need to create a concept first, what you want to convey through your photo. Ideas can come from current hot issues, or from various events.

Canon EOS 7D, EF28mm f/1.8 USM, f/16.0, 1/80 sec, ISO 160

Photo by :Tamara Alvarez

2. Symbols and tools

Symbols and tools are an important element. Ideas for using symbols and props can come from objects around you, the important thing is to remain original so that your photos really stand out.

Canon EOS 1000D, EF50mm f/1.8, f/2.5, 1/320 sec, ISO 100

Photo by : Nathan Magee

Canon EOS 7D, EF28mm f/1.8 USM, f/1.8, 1/80 sec, ISO 320

Photo by : Tamara Alvarez

3. Composition

There must also be a touch of style from the photographer, of course... Usually in the composition section the photographer can give their personal touch. Adapt it to the theme you choose, you can just use a ksoong background, or a crowd full of people, or also various other objects.

Canon EOS 5D Mark II, EF50mm f/1.4 USM, f/2.0, 1/8000 sec, ISO 400

Photo by : Jairo Murillo

4. Master the technicalities

Even though the focus in this type of photography is on the concept, of course you also need to master the techniques used to photograph. Don't let the concept be cool, you don't know when taking photos the technicalities will fall apart... Especially you need to master lighting techniques because it is one of the most important elements.

Canon EOS 5D Mark II, EF50mm f/1.4 USM, f/2.0, 1/2000 sec, ISO 100

Photo by : Jairo Murillo

5. Aesthetics

It cannot be denied that beautiful photos will attract more attention, so you also need to pay attention to the beauty of your photos. But just being beautiful is not enough, of course without being accompanied by a mature concept.

Canon EOS 5D Mark II, EF50mm f/1.4 USM, f/1.4, 1/1600 sec, ISO 100

Photo by : Jairo Murillo