Pictures of famous buildings, beautifully prepared meals and “Hey, look everyone’s having a blast” bar scenes are nice and everything. But they’re not exactly, how shall we say, the most riveting photos for your friends to see on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Harness perspective, reflection and timing (often with a big slice of luck) in your photography however, and you’ll be well on your way to grabbing your friends’ attentions.
Smoast (boast on social media) about your adventures with these classic optical illusions.
FORCED PERSPECTIVE…
Get to grips with landmarks
Keep things on a level on a salt flat
Don’t let the sun go down on you
Play with props
With a little help from your friends
Bring statues to life
Blend into 3D street art worlds
REFLECTION…
Capture a reflection, chop out the real subject, and then rotate for good measure
In the eye of the beholder – sights mirrored in sunglasses lenses
TIMING…
Suspend animation … freeze frame
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