If you’re a photographer who’s just starting out, You should try different styles, techniques, compositions, and styles. It is the New York Institute of Photography (NYIP) has identified five trends which are shaping the dynamic world of contemporary photography. If you’re just beginning to dip your toes in photography or already immersed in the vibrant environment, the trends provide fresh perspectives to consider and learn. Let’s explore what these trends mean and how to incorporate them in your photography, and how you can enhance the quality of your work by editing.
Neon light bulbs on street scenes of photography
One of the most notable 2023 trend in photography will be the use of neon lighting in street photography. The lights provide depth, vibrancy, and a futuristic look to ordinary scenes that makes your photographs look like a film.
For this style make sure you shoot at night in areas of urban life that have neon signs aplenty, such as bars, restaurants, storefronts and even alleyways. Make sure you use a camera that has a excellent low-light performance and make sure you have an lens that has a large aperture to let in the maximum amount of light. Explore angles, reflections, silhouettes, and angles to improve the look.
When you post-process the image, you can increase the luminosity and the colors of neon lights by using Lightroom’s HSL sliders available in Lightroom. Adjusting the hue, saturation and luminance will create neon-colored highlights and keep the overall look even.
Slow shutter speeds for subjects with blurred motion
The blurred effect of motion photos, created by using slow shutter speeds, can add a lively aspect to your photos by showcasing movement on an image that is static.
To get this effect, it is necessary to adjust your camera to a slow shutter speed that is less than 1/5th of a second. It is often beneficial using a tripod to keep from accidental blurring caused by camera shake. Streets in busy cities, sports events, and natural scenes that feature moving elements such as leaves or water are ideal locations for shooting.
When editing, you can use the Sharpness and clarity tools to enhance the clarity of areas of focus and then use the graduated or radial filters to increase or decrease the effect according to your needs.
Unposed, raw candid and raw moments
The authenticity of photography is now a fashion in 2023 because it shows the authenticity of a subject’s character emotions, narrative, and emotion. This is a departure from the sloppy, overly-photoshopped, and processed photos we’ve seen on social media and in advertisements over the last few years.
Photograph using the natural lighting and concentrate on candid moments instead of pose-based shots. Be patient and allow time to establish trust and trust with the subject. Utilize the zoom lens for a narrow depth of field, which will help your subject stand out from the background.
When editing, minimalism is the key. Utilize Lightroom to subtly increase the color and light; however, avoid overly editing. This will help preserve the rawness and authenticity of the photo.
Documentary-style storytelling
Documentary-style storytelling has become a popular trend of the year, allowing photographers to tell a story through a series of photographs.
To do this, consider an idea or story you would like to tell. It could be about a particular social problem, an event or even a person’s personal life. Photograph different aspects of the story. And keep in mind that each shot must be a part of the overall story.
When editing, it is essential to maintain consistency. Be sure that your collection of photos has the same design and color. Additionally, arranging your photos carefully can increase the impact of your story.
Experimentation photos using a hybrid combination of lightroom editing and techniques for using the camera
This trend inspires photographers to push the boundaries and play around with camera tricks as well as post-processing editing.
Begin by playing using different camera techniques such as several exposures, intentional camera movement, or playing with shadows and light. Don’t be afraid of unconventional angles or angles.
When the editing, Lightroom provides a variety of tools to enrich your work. Modify the color grading of your images and play around with split tone or use different filters. The idea is to be imaginative and stand out.
Moving on to the next step: improve your photography using NYIP
With these new trends, 2023 will be an amazing year for photographers to explore create, express, and experiment. If you’re a professional or a newbie, adopting these trends could bring your photography to a new level.
