A photograph is a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional scene, and as such, part of the challenge for the photographer is to recreate a sense of depth in the image. This is especially important for capturing the viewer’s attention when photographing landscapes, and one of the most effective ways to do this is by using layers. This great video tutorial will show you how to utilize them to create more effective photos.
Coming to you from Photo Tom, this great video tutorial discusses the use of layers in landscape photography. Wide-angle lenses are the most common tool of choice in landscape photography, but without the right foreground element, they can create a rather empty-looking frame, with a two-dimensional background that looks almost like as wallpaper. On the other hand, adding a foreground element (or a series of larger layers) gives a sense of that dimension and gives the viewer’s eye a natural entry point into the image, encouraging them to explore the frame. Watch the video above for the full summary.
And if you really want to dive into landscape photography, check out “World photography 1: Landscape photography and post-processing with Elia Locardi. ”
