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Tips for Taking Sunset Pictures
• Use a Filter: If you own a good SLR camera, having a neutral
density filter on the lens will balance the other colors in the
image and give you the best result.
• Find a Reference Line: Without forgetting the advice in
the first tip, finding a reference line such as a tree line, the lake
or any other physical feature on the landscape gives the image
perspective and another focal point for the viewer.
• Don’t Center Everything: Composition is important to
remember when taking any kind of picture so don’t always
center the sun in the middle of the frame. Remember
the “rule of thirds” and consider putting the sun itself
to the right or left side of the frame and let other elements in
the image flow from there.
Here are a few tips for those who may want to capture our epic
sunsets while visiting:
• Pick Your Spot: Remember that the sun sets over 1/2 an hour
or more so pick the right spot to take full advantage of
opportunity. The colors get better as the sun gets lower so
don’t let the tree line or a big rock get in the way of your best
shots because you are too close to them.
• Safety Comes First: Never look directly at the sun through
the viewfinder of your camera as you could permanently
damage your eyesight. Use the LCD display on the back of your
SLR instead.

• Take Lots of Shots: The nice thing about digital
photography is you have the advantage of taking unlimited
numbers of shots. Compare the shots at the start of the sunset
with those at the end to find the time most appealing to your
tastes.
• Wear Insect Repellant: This is the northern Boreal forest
folks so the bugs can get more active right at dusk when the
sun sets. While you may or may not need it, have repellant with
you so the bugs don’t ruin a great picture.

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