Sorry if this has been discussed before, and apologies also if this is a stupid newbie question. I like taking photos,but don't consider myself terribly technical.
Thing is, I'd really like to capture my children blowing bubbles. I've tried and failed miserably...any tips?
I have a Nikon D40 with the standard 18-55 lens, nothing fancy here. (I do own a tripod and a remote, just rarely use them.)
it can be done,i managed a fairly respectable effort just the other day using the kit you have,the one thing i will do when i next attempt it is put the shutter burst on and start shooting a bit earlier,i had trouble with the focus mainly,the tripod might help a bit with that as it will keep the camera steady
I'd recommend opening up your depth of field....shoot with an aperature of f/8 or f/11 to get as much of the scene in focus (bubbles tend to move about so randomly) and shoot during early morning or late evening on sunny day when the light isn't to harsh. A sunny day will allow for more contrast than an overcast one, and the softer morning/evening light will help to define the bubbles without blowing out the highlights.
.....my two cents, for whatever that's worth.
@lazyseamstress jeanette, one lesson I learned was that it is easier to take photos of bubbles outdoors rather than inside the house. Outside they seen to 'last' longer and dont explode as quick, giving you that brief one or two seconds more.
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.....my two cents, for whatever that's worth.