Monday, November 26, 2012

The Glamorous And Exciting World Of Nautical Photography

By Earnestine Raber


Jobs are becoming harder and harder to find. Many people are turning to creative, new ways of working. The field of nautical photography is perfect for someone with an eye for a good image, a bit of technical expertise, and a love of the sea. You will need a bit of training and some decent equipment for positive images photography. It is not necessary to get a four-year degree. There are hours and hours of quality instruction available on the Internet. On the equipment side, you will need a good waterproof camera at the very least.

Whether you are an artistic purist or have an entrepreneurial spirit or the best of both, the opportunities are infinite. A large cruise ship, for example, could keep one or more photographers occupied on a full-time basis. There, you will find hundreds of passengers eager to capture their pleasant memories. This is the very essence of positive photography.

While underway, capture images of passing ships, wildlife and scenery from various positions on the ship. Chronicle each night's sunset. Nautical photography need not be confined to cruise liners. Deep sea fishing enthusiasts on a chartered excursion would welcome the chance be photographed with their catch-of-the-day. Tourists on day cruises to view dolphins, whales, whatever the local area has to offer.

According to the dictionary, the term, 'nautical', means pertaining to ships, sailors, or navigation. There is a lot more to it than sunsets and rocky cliffs teeming with wildlife. A coil of rope on deck can provide an artistic shot. Masts, sails and rigging lines also make for interesting angles worth capturing and framing.

All types of businesses from large corporations to local restaurants are potential customers for the fruits of positive images photography. Cityscapes taken from the point of view of the ocean or photos of the local marina are just two examples. Find out if there is a favorite character, plant, or animal in the neighborhood.

Turn your work into posters, postcards, place mats, anything that can bear a photographic image. Market your work online. Small businesses are always looking for artwork and images for their websites so here is a chance to sell your images electronically.

Once you have your images captured safely in your camera, you can use darkroom techniques or special editing software to modify or enhance them. Sepia tones can make your images look old and historical. Use some imagination with special effects or manipulate the colors. Nautical photography is a creative and potentially lucrative way of making a living and combining the joys of sailing with putting bread and fish on your dinner table.




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