Photography Quote by Dan Eitreim
““You can often get this effect by setting your lens to its smallest aperture - usually f22 or greater. You can shoot your landscapes - showing the sun as a star burst. This can add some visual interest to a sun that is just sitting there. Give it a try!””
About This Quote
Source Guide: Landscape Photography Tips, 2021
Using a very small aperture creates a starburst effect around bright light sources, adding visual interest to otherwise flat skies.
In simple terms: Small aperture makes sun look like a star.
Try f22 or higher for starbursts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- landscape shoots
- sunrise photography
- creative experiments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does starburst affect mood of a photo?
- When to use this effect versus soft light?
Requires steady tripod and good lighting; may cause diffraction softness.