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Understanding Exposure
Many a vacationer has relied on the Auto Mode; and many a professional has relied on the light meter of their camera. One must understand that light tends to be moody, and can deceive the photographer’s equipment. Just like a navigator needs to know how much, how long and how fast to navigate his or her ship in order to safely reach their destination, a good photographer also needs to know how to guide the available light through the aperture and shutter of their camera before letting it reach the film or digital sensor.
Understanding exposure is not rocket-science. Too much light passing through the lens will give your picture a flat look. On the other hand, less light will give you dark pictures. If you don’t believe it let’s see how easy it is.