When photographing mountains, it is important to choose conspicuous trees or rocks as the focal point. These conspicuous targets can help us focus and compose the image quickly, while also adding depth and visual impact to the image.
When we photograph a part of a mountain peak with a telephoto, it is usually because of a feature of the peak that attracts us: such as a golden birch on a grassy slope in autumn, or a raised rock. These features could be a part of the mountain peak or an object around the mountain peak.
Choosing these obvious features as the focus not only allows us to focus quickly, but also helps us think about the composition. For example, if we focus on a golden birch, the tree will be highlighted and will make the picture more interesting. And if we choose a raised rock as the focus, then the characteristics of this rock will be highlighted in the picture, making the picture more three-dimensional and layered.
In addition to choosing a conspicuous feature as the focal point, different parts of the mountain can also be photographed by changing the angle and distance. For example, we can choose to shoot from the side of the mountain, or we can choose to shoot from the top of the mountain. At the same time, we can also control the size and proportion of the image by changing the shooting distance.
During the shooting process, you also need to pay attention to the use of light. Different light directions and light intensities will have different effects on the picture. For example, photographing a mountain peak in backlit conditions can highlight the contours and texture of the peaks; Shooting mountains in favorable lighting conditions can make the picture brighter and clearer.
In conclusion, it is very important to choose a conspicuous tree or rock as the focal point when photographing mountains. These conspicuous targets can help us focus and compose the image quickly, while also adding depth and visual impact to the image. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the use of light and the selection of angle and distance, so that you can shoot.