Tip Tuesday – Keeping It Steady

Marilyn B wanted to know how to “keep a steady hand and stop shaking the camera so the picture  does not come out blurry every time”.

When I first started taking pictures with a SLR I had a hard time keeping my hand steady and  was so frustrated that my images would come out blurry and unclear.

Then Carey of Barefoot Memories helped me out by telling me to change the way I held my camera. She suggested I keep one hand steady under the lens (which was HEAVY and the bulk of my unsteady issues). That helped out quite a bit, BUT because I had bad carpal tunnel the hand not under the lens was still shaky.

Doing the following also helped me out (they are helpful for both SLR or Point and Shoot cameras):

1. Hold your breath when you snap the shot – even the steady movement of breathing can jostle your camera
2. Tuck your elbows close to your body to steady your arms
3. If a wall or something sturdy is available, lean against it to support your body
4. If all else fails and you still find yourself unsteady, prop your camera on to a level surface then snap your picture

Now get shooting…