HOT photo tip of the day – Try squinting!

Would you like to know how the camera sees a scene before pressing the shutter? Try squinting! By closing one eye completely and squinting with the other, you will be able to assess the contrast levels in a scene. When we view a subject with our eyes wide-open, we take in all the mid-tones in a scene, as well as the highlights and shadows. By squinting, we are able to see just the highlights and shadows, the way the camera sees it. This tip is especially helpful when shooting during the worst time of the day - midday on a sunny day.  The next time you are out on a photo shoot, put this to the test. You will be amazed at how helpful it is.