Photo question

[1125Pincessbride]

Does anyone have any helpful tips about taking a photo with the full moon as a backdrop?

[RoofingPrincess]

1) Even though the light of the full moon seems bright to you, it probably won't to your camera.

2) You may need a tripod.

3) It's a light source behind your subject(s), therefore silhouetting will probably occur. You'll need fill light to get the detail on your subject.

[SheilaNC]

You might post your photo questions on the Photo Gallery board (first group of boards). Some very expert photographers post and answer questions there. I'm sure you'll get good answers

[ab0si]

Moonlight varies not only by its phases but also its variable distance from the earth, and different atmospheric attenuation based on local conditions. However, a full moon gives of approximately 1/400000 of the light from the sun. Shooting a portrait with nothing but moonlight is well near impossible. It can be done with a samll flash but makign this look "right" is not easy. IMHO, cheating with Photoshop is the best solution. :)

 

Paul

[Krazy Kruizers]

The photo gallery section is excellent!!