{"id":99429,"date":"2017-01-21T14:00:46","date_gmt":"2017-01-21T14:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/amateurphotographer.co.uk\/?p=99429"},"modified":"2017-01-19T13:48:20","modified_gmt":"2017-01-19T13:48:20","slug":"quick-tips-indoor-light-trails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/other.kelsey.host\/amateurphotographer\/technique\/expert_advice\/quick-tips-indoor-light-trails\/","title":{"rendered":"Quick tips: Indoor light trails"},"content":{"rendered":"

Most of us associate light trails with shooting long exposures of traffic and fairground rides outdoors after dark; however, you can achieve creative results indoors as well. With a torch and a piece of string you can capture a variety of geometric light trails known as physiograms. These are created by a single, long exposure of a light source simply spun from a piece of string attached to the ceiling.<\/p>\n

To make your own, all you need to do is set a long exposure on your camera and then let gravity work its magic. This is a fantastic technique to try when you don\u2019t feel inclined to venture outside into the cold. You will need a room that is dark \u2013 some heavy-duty curtains will block out any ambient light \u2013 or simply wait until the evening.<\/p>\n

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  1. Hang a light source, such as a torch, from the ceiling using a piece of string (approximately a metre long) and a drawing pin or some strong adhesive tape. Ensure the light source is pointing towards the floor and that it can swing freely.<\/li>\n
  2. Put your camera on a tripod, set it in a low position and place beneath the torch with the lens pointing towards the ceiling. Make sure you can access the viewfinder to compose and focus on the stationary torch.<\/li>\n
  3. Set your lens to a wide focal length and switch to Bulb mode. Select a narrow aperture, of, say, f\/18. Not only will this reduce any ambient light, it will also ensure the light trail stays in focus for the duration of the spin.<\/li>\n
  4. Spin the torch and take a test shot. The shutter speed will depend on the ambient light, try a 30-40sec exposure to start. Keep the ISO low. If it\u2019s too dark, increase ISO or aperture value and vice versa if it\u2019s too light.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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