Photos for background images part 1
You’ve probably wondered “why would I need a background image?� As a stock photographer I create a lot of background images for the stock photo sites, as a graphic designer I need those background images for the web sites I design. Even if you do not create websites or stock photography background images come in handy. Writers, Scrapers, even Crafters need background images to make their crafts pop! If you have a myspace, Flicker, Youtube, or other online community account background images reflect your personality. There is always a need for background images. Even if you are just hanging a family photo on the wall, a background image will make a beautiful framing option.
I’ve talked a lot about composition, editing and lighting. These are key elements to making the background image come alive. I never stop taking photos; any photo I take can be turned into a background image with just a little photo editing in the digital dark room. Some items to consider taking photos of
• Flowers
• A pattern off your favorite shirt, scarf, hat.
• Marbles
• Buttons
• Drinking glasses.
Anything that has contrast and a design can be used for a background images, do not wait for a specific need to take the photo, create your own library of stock background images then when the occasion rises you might already have the one you need.
References
diynetwork.com
photomemes.org
background, digital photography, photo editing
