Subject - The Centre Of Every Picture

Simply point your camera quickly and take a snapshot to capture the desired motif forever. That's how easy snapshots are in everyday life. However, the subject in photography is actually much more complex - especially when it comes to people who are perfectly staged. But what exactly is it? How do you find a subject? And what are good subjects for beginners?

What is a motif?

A motif (subject) in art is the essential component of a picture. This applies to painting as well as photography. Typically, it comprises one or more centrally depicted objects against a backdrop . It is up to the photographer whether the subject in focus is an object, a landscape, a person performing a certain action or a section of a situation. In photography in particular, the concept of the motif is somewhat complex. It refers to the message that the photographer wants to express with his or her image motif. Here we are talking about a motif behind the visible motif in the form of emotions or certain circumstances.

Differences in the choice of motif

The world is full of motifs. In photography, which one ultimately makes it onto "film" depends primarily on the photographer and his or her background or assignment. A clear distinction can be made in the choice of subject between purely artistic photography and commissioned work with a primarily commercial background. In the artistic environment in particular, emotions and mood play just as big a role in the choice of subject as the pure desire to create contrasts, harmonies and other interesting features in a photo for the viewer. The choice of motif for numerous commissioned works, on the other hand, is strongly characterised by the client's specifications. After all, in advertising photography, for example, the images should convey a certain impression and emphasise a company and its products. Understandably, the product often stands out from the backdrop, with the model often serving as a decorative accessory.

Tips for choosing a subject

Do you want to make a big splash with your own pictures? Then the choice of subject is crucial. With the help of the following tips, you can arm yourself with your camera and start hunting for interesting backdrops and exciting subjects:
- True to the motto "four eyes see more than two", always go photographing with another person to discover interesting subjects.
- Look for an exciting subject with your eyes and not through the camera's viewfinder.
- Always take a camera with you (e.g. smartphone) to capture exciting subjects and, if necessary, take another photo later with the large camera.
- Set yourself small challenges and tasks every day for your photo expeditions to sharpen your sense for motifs.

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