Place

Sometimes it’s important for the audience to recognize where the picture is taken. If your intent is to highlight a particular space or library, then set a stage that is recognizable to the audience. Remember to include people in the shot. An empty space, no matter how beautiful, just isn’t compelling, and it doesn’t support our goal of representing the Library as a busy and vibrant place.

   

Of course, not every space needs to show bustling energy, as in these photos, which perfectly encapsulate the atmosphere of the McGregor Room and the scope of the Ivy Stacks.

   

Background

Before taking shots, remove clutter such as trashcans and empty chairs if you can. If you can’t move an irrelevant or distracting object, reposition your angle or subjects so your shot can be a quality one.

  

Lighting

The original lighting can be modified in a software program, but it’s best to get it right the first time. To achieve a vibrant look, you generally want the light, whether artificial or natural, to be falling on the front of the subject.