A good Still Photographer should be able:-
- view subject, set and plan composition, camera position and camerca angle to produce desired output.
- Estimate or measure light level, using light meter or create artificial lighting with flash unis, lights and lighting equipment.
- Adjust len's opening to limit the amount of light that can enter and shutter speed based on lighting, depth of field, subject motion and film speed.
- Decide subject-to-lens distance, using tape measure, range finder, ground glass, or reflex viewing system to adjust focus.
- Design, build, arranage, or secure properties and settings to be used as background for subject material.
- Specialize in particular type of photography, such as illustrative, fashion, architectural, or portrait.
- Mix chemicals, process flm and photographic paper, and make contact and enlarged prints.
- Spot and re-touch prints and negatives.