‘Personalization’ will make your photos tell better stories

How to make your photos tell better stories using ‘Personalization’ Make your photos tell better stories using ‘Personalization’ If you were on a beach along with fifty other photographers, all photographing the sunset, how would your shot convey something personal to the viewer of your photograph in a way that makes your composition distinct? The answer lies in personalizing the message your image conveys. Personalization is the essence of storytelling. Without personalization, it’s not a story. It is simply an anecdote. You show me a pretty photograph of the sunrise on a generic-looking beach, that’s an anecdote. You show me a pretty photograph of the sunrise on a beach along with a sign that reads Hawaii, and a bikini clad girl carrying a surfboard into the water, that’s a story. Here are some ways to personalize a photograph: - Provide a humorous element - Shock the viewer - Include a mysterious element - Capture human drama - Show a specific point of view - Present a personal opinion A photograph that tells a story is much more impactful to your viewers than one without a story. The next time you are photographing and want to tell a better story through your shot, give the above ideas a try. You can read more about the different aspects of photographic storytelling and how they work in chapter 2 of the [Effective Storytelling guide]( by Kent DuFault. If you’d like to learn the secrets to leveraging storytelling in your photography. And how to make your photos more unique and memorable, we recommend you check it out. Take a look at it here: [( Have a great week! -Brett         [ Want to build your creative confidence? Try our super supportive [Weekly Photography Challenge Group](. It's a great place to share your work, get inspiration, and mingle with fellow photographers. [Join Now →]( (it's free!)]( Thank you for supporting Photzy! We're so glad you're here. Our mission is to help you explore your creative side, through photography. As a small community-led team, email is a crucial way for us to keep in touch. We regularly send out free tutorials, photo tips, inspiration, and store discounts. Never want to hear from us again? Break our lil hearts and [unsubscribe](. Or tell us how we can improve [here](mailto:cservice@photzy.com?subject=Feedback%20on%20your%20email). [Made with ♥ at Level 2 11 York St Sydney Australia]( Copyright © 2012 – 2023 Photzy Pty Ltd.