Photography is known as the art of replicating pictures of people, objects or places in their exact likeness. These images can be transferred onto any photosensitive material.

The source of photography is unquestionably the camera - the instrument or device that works on the principle of optics. Since the time the first camera was made, photography techniques have undergone extraordinary changes. The first models did not contain the film, but instead, consisted of a small light-shield box with lens and translucent screen on either side. The image that traveled through the lens was stored on the screen known as ‘camera obscura’. The beginning of photogram came about when scientists discovered the quality of silver nitrate that changes its color when exposed to light. This would become a method to store images more permanently.

This gave a start to placing objects on the paper dipped in silver nitrate and expose it to the sunlight. After a while the area covered under the object stayed white while the rest of the space turned black. The outcome of this meant that the image formed was temporary.

As time went by, the principles, methods and the material used in photography went through several changes. After some experimenting with various methods like Daguerre and calotype, they decided on collodion.

Modern day photography has made it possible to capture and preserve special moments, like birthday parties and weddings, to name but a few. History became more authentic with pictures, and photographs served as evidence in many cases. With the unbelievable technological advances in the art of photography, it is no more just fun and frolic but has taken on the dimensions of a full-time profession.

There are many types of photography:

Aerial photography is the advanced type of photography by taking photo’s out of the air from a moving aircraft.

Art photography is the profession/hobby of taking photo’s for the sake of beauty.

Studio photography is the part of photography that is dedicated to the making of advertisements.

Photojournalism is what you see on the news and current affairs everyday, journalists travel all over the country to cover events that will be broadcasted on TV.

Outdoor photography mostly focuses on taking pictures of nature and landscapes.

Sports photography is dedicated to the sports arenas of the world and this helps to stay updated with results and forthcoming attractions.

Macro and scientific, also known as close-ups are restricted to specific fields and are not widely known. The process of taking pictures should be just as the satisfying as having the end result which is developed and printed on photo paper, especially when we find ourselves browsing through our photo albums.

Beach vacation photos aren’t a specific type, but almost everybody has tried to make some at least once. And if you failed to make a good photo, perhaps you have not used the tips shared in the quoted publication.