In this video, National Geographic photographers describe the moments behind their shot. Annie Griffiths explains the concept behind the book, Simply Beautiful Photographs. Anyone who is interested in photography can become more and more visually literate in pursuing beautiful photographs. It's kind of like music, someone who studies music and practices music hears more when they listen to a symphony. Likewise with photography, the more you pay attention to it, look at other peoples photographs, take photographs yourself, get creative, understand your craft, the more successful images you will be able to make.
What Makes A Great Picture?
What makes a photo stand out? Find out how National Geographic editors pick their favourite images.