Let’s face it, most of us would’ve had faced this problem one time or the other on a trek. Chances are we’d all end up with similar photos. This situation can be avoided with some thinking on the lines of composition, but there is something more that one can do to create some unique images.

Here’s how.

1. Move around, there is infinite space all around you

Well if you don’t want photos like everyone else, don’t do what everyone does. Don’t stand where the crowd is and try to click. The trick is it to find interesting perspectives. Move around to get a different view. For example, reflections in lakes change as you move further or towards the water. From the other side maybe a nice lonely tree is adding to the composition. You’ll never know if you never move. Scout the location thoroughly. Chances are similar photos from same point of views are already shot by many photographers earlier. If you want a unique photo, the only option is to find a unique perspective.

2. Shoot from either a high angle or find a low angle

A photograph can express different things based on your composition. For instance, shooting a subject from a high angle can imply the surroundings are overpowering the subject. Whereas the same photograph when shot from a low angle gives a feeling that the subject overpowers the surroundings. Try a low angle when shooting landscapes as it lends more depth to the image. Try a high angle shot when you want to show the setting of the subject or show the environment around it. If not these, two try all sorts of angles that come to your mind. All of them might not be good but you might hit jackpot with some angle!

 
Using a low angle let me include the grass which complements the clouds and fills an otherwise empty frame. This was shot near Hassan.

3. Bad weather is no excuse to not shoot