How to take car photos, per Matt Watkinson

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Here's an excerpt from an excellent article/tutorial written by photographer Matt Watkinson:


When i started trying to learn car photography, I was amazed by how little resource there is out there to help the beginner on their way. I learnt everything by analysing photos that I liked and trying to figure out what worked: I shot a load of crap but learnt a lot on the way.

I frequently get emails asking me for advice on how to take better car photos, or asking to critique peoples shots, and I've always felt that I should try to put together a piece to answer the most frequently asked questions, so this is my attempt at that. Its primarily aimed at beginners, but some photographers who are looking to improve or get to the next level might find some food for thought here.
Check out the rest of the tutorial here: Car Photography Tutorial (http://www.mattwatkinson.com/tutorial/)

Here are a couple of example shots that show how good this guy is, and why you should listen to him:
http://www.mattwatkinson.com/portfolio/photos/aston_mountain.jpg

http://www.mattwatkinson.com/portfolio/photos/aston_quarry.jpg

http://www.mattwatkinson.com/portfolio/photos/murcielago.jpg

http://www.mattwatkinson.com/portfolio/photos/corvette1.jpg

Hopefully this helps someone out... I know it's helped me quite a bit.

[DC Dave]

great info man thanks

[DareDevil]

I checked out the site, and hes amazing. Good info man :thumbup:

If you want, put that page up in the sticky: Photography Techniques.

[znismo]

Great info thankas,... Repped 4 it too.

[kairojya]

Cool link, the Aston is sweeeet. rep

[Got boost??]

badass photographer