This photo is proof that you don't have to HAVE a pretty background to make it look like you do. It depends on your camera angle. You must learn to point the lens in the direction that shows the most pleasing little piece of a background.

In this case, the photographer has an alleyway full of weeds, and he makes it work. I want you to experiment with angles in your macro shots, and if you have to include the background, make sure it is pleasing. We don't want to see things like fire hydrants, bathrooms, trash cans, cars, etc.

Take at least 3 different angles of each photo. Then you will have more options when you return to the classroom!



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