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What is shutter speed?

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Shutter speed is how quickly the shutter opens and closes. Higher speeds can be used to capture movement with less motion blur, but will also require more light. Lower speeds require less light but will also blur any movement.

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How can I blur the background of my photo?

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Most editing software provides the option to blur what you choose in your photo, and you can control exactly how much of the effect you want.

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Can I use my iPhone 6s for the photo shoot?

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Yes. However, use the back camera for better looking pictures. The front camera (selfie mode) cannot give the same effect.

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What aperture and shutter settings should I use for an inside photo shoot?

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It depends on the lighting and camera. If you are shooting on a DSLR (most point and shoot cameras will not have manual controls), pay attention to your light meter, which estimates how well exposed a photo will be. Also consider shooting in aperture priority or shutter priority instead of manual. To take a well exposed photo, you need to balance shutter speed and aperture, and these modes let you control one while letting the camera choose the other.

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Can I get professional looking photos with a Polaroid camera?

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Yes. You can get great photos with a Polaroid camera. Make sure the photographer has a strong knowledge of what they are doing. Also, make sure the camera is on the correct setting, especially if you are outside.

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Can I do this kind of photo shoot with a Samsung Galaxy?

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Yes. You will not get the quality or manual control that a DSLR gives you, but good lighting is important no matter what camera you use. Some Android phones have the option to shoot in RAW as well, which gives you a lot more control when editing your photos after in a program like Adobe Lightroom.

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What do I wear to a snowy photoshoot?

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Outdoor clothes, such as a winter coat and outdoor gear normally worn in winter would be good. You could even incorporate cold-weather outdoor activity gear like skis, snowboards, etc.

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How can I get darker legs in a week?

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Go out in the sun or use a tanning bed.

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