Photography is a marvelous profession to work in. It is as highly entertaining and interesting as the graphic design field. Capturing the precious moments is the essence of taking photographs. The most challenging part is to capture objects travelling at a fast pace.

I have featured many types of photography in the past, including day and night photography and wave photography. But today, I would like to share a unique style of photography, known as “panning”. It refers to capturing of an object in motion, while the rest of the background is rendered blur. The essence is to keep the subject crisp and clear while leaving other parts of the picture blur and fuzzy.

The Technique of Panning Photos:

Before we go further, let us learn this wonderful technique and how it is actually executed.

• Applying the panning techniques requires a relatively slow shutter speed depending upon the speed of your subject.
• Make sure your subject stays in the position of the frame during the entire exposure ensuring a smooth and sharp photo.
• Remember that the faster your subject is moving the more hard it will be to pan.
• Above all points, keep a cool mind, steady hand and a lot of patience.

Below are some exhilarating examples of panning photos captured by talented photographers.

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