under identical conditions. This is useful to get
the best expressions on the faces of the subjects
(nobody with eyes closed, for example), as well
as allowing exposure bracketing and/or white
balance bracketing. In such situations, the value
of digital photography is obvious—you can be
sure that you have a good shot before permitting
the group to disperse.
Some yearbooks make use of a form of
street photography, featuring candid shots of
students, faculty members, and administrators
taken in hallways, classrooms, or other settings.
Sometimes, parents or members of the public
attending school events might be candid
photography subjects.
Covering school sports is usually an
important part of student photojournalism,
Figure 9-31. Although a good sports photo
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Figure 9-30. A variety of shot types will help tell
the story of an event, such as a school band concert.
A—This wide shot shows the overall activity, including
the conductor and band members. B—Smaller group
shots capture performance by one section of the band.
C—Solo performers can be featured in medium close-up
or close-up shots.
Figure 9-31. School sports are a staple subject for school
newspaper and yearbook photographers. Whenever
possible, feature players from your school.
A
B
C