Learn from other photographers mistakes so you can avoid making them
in the future. These are actual photos that were posted to a photo
sharing website. We then made the necessary corrections.
1.
Illuminating Dark Photo
Friends
Camera's flash didn't work properly.
Friends_2
Use auto or fill flash setting to remedy the situation.
2.
Faded Photo Restoration
Couple
Photo from the late1960's or 70's that has faded.
Couple_2
Keep photos in cool, dry environment and limit
exposure to direct sunlight
3.
Repairing Exposure
Wedding
Camera's sensor exposed for the bright background.
.
Wedding_2
Make certain the camera exposes for the subject matter
by having less background included in the viewfinder.
Use camera's backlight compensator
4.
Underexposure Corrected
White Dresses
Not enough light in the deep shade.
White Dresses_2
A fill flash would have been useful to provide the
needed light or move subjects to open shade.
5.
Exposure Correction
Young Maiden
Here the exposure has set for the bright background.
Young Maiden_2
Get close to subject to take an exposure reading, lock
it in the camera, and then move back to take the photo.
Use backlight compensation if available on camera.
6.
Restoring Faded Photo
Outdoor Fun
Photo has faded due to age or exposure to sunlight.
Outdoor Fun_2
Keep photos in cool, dry environment and out of direct
sunlight or in a frame with glass which helps filter out the
harmful effects of light.
7.
Photo Rejuvenation
Blonde Woman
Camera's flash did not work or was not turned on.
Blonde Woman_2
Use fill flash to provide more light in dim environments.
8.
Photo Tinting, Colorizing
Green Eyes
Overexposed black and white photo.
Green Eyes_2
Color adds dimension to a photo
of a beautiful young woman.