To answer this question, first we have to look at the end product: the photographs. Photos are a set of data points called pixels. If a photograph is low resolution, it has fewer pixels, or data points. In printing terms, these are also called dots per inch (dpi). So, while a low-resolution photo (such asContinue reading “What type of camera does a scientist need?”
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Filing your photos so you can find them!
You’ve spent time taking great photos of your work. You’ve followed the tips on what type of photos to take. That’s hard enough – but don’t just leave those photos on your camera card. Your photos are part of your crucial research data – and you back up your data, right? Following these next stepsContinue reading “Filing your photos so you can find them!”
Do I need permission to photograph someone?
In today’s image-intense world, I’m careful with using photographs of people. I always verbally ask their permission first if I’m in an informal public setting. If I know I’ll be using their photo for my work, I have them sign a photo release (sample below). On private property, I always get permission. In reality, it’s aContinue reading “Do I need permission to photograph someone?”
What type of photos should I take?
You already know that photos are an important way to communicate about your science. They not only document your work (as part of your data) but they can be used to explain your scientific work to complement your words. So, what type of photos are best to collect? Here are a few ideas, and someContinue reading “What type of photos should I take?”
Why should I take photos of my scientific work?
Content, in the form of words, is important in communication. It’s especially important to present that content in an audience-appropriate and relatable way. But, most types of communications work better if there are both words (written or oral) and visual content. This is because there are many different learning styles: verbal, written and experiential asContinue reading “Why should I take photos of my scientific work?”
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