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The dazzling morning sun and the mysterious glow of the night.
Through the water surface, you can view the world from a slightly different perspective. The reflections and colors created by water should help make beautiful scenery more vivid.
Try expressing works that only you can capture by skillfully utilizing water.
Water Surface as a Reflective Mirror of the World
The reflections of landscapes and buildings on the water surface create another world beneath it.
Especially on calm water surfaces, these reflections create a beautiful mirror-like scene. Capturing the moment when the reflection is clear is key during photography.
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Lines and Patterns Created by Water
Incorporating lines and patterns such as 'ripples' and 'waves' that appear on the water surface into your photos allows for a slightly geometric and modern expression.
It's recommended to spend time observing until the ripples resonate and fade away. Try incorporating the beautiful patterns created by water into your photography.
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The Magic of Space Through the Horizon
When the water surface becomes part of a photo, the position and balance of the horizon become important.
By effectively utilizing the horizon, try expressing the expanse and space of the world. You might be able to make ordinary everyday scenes appear like the end credits of a movie.
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Colors Blending and Expanding by the Waterside
The colors and textures created by the water surface change significantly with the seasons and weather.
The morning and evening sun offer beautiful colors and soft textures. In forests with little sunlight, the nearby greenery can create a calm and lively impression.
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How was it?
Once you get used to shooting by the waterside, the range of your creations should expand. Why not capture the water surfaces around you from a new perspective?
From the vastness of the sea to the tranquility of a lake. The calmness of a pond and the strength of a river's flow. From the reflection in a small puddle to the water in a bucket after the rain. The options for places to focus on are endless.
