Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Did you know that in macro photography, the background often matters much more than the subject? In this video, I will guide you through using backgrounds to your advantage, helping you get much more interesting photos. We'll explore photography composition principles and provide photography tips to enhance your macro work, making it easier for you to capture stunning macro photos.
Peter Bredahl Dam is a professional nature photographer with over 10 years of experience in nature photography, corporate photography, and videography.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:31 Gear
00:49 Why I don’t use artificial backgrounds
01:12 Capture the subject from where it is
01:48 Avoid this mistake – get creative instead
02:32 Add background distance
03:16 Add bokeh from drama
03:58 A small change in background – huge chance in the final photo
05:51 Looking for color and tonal contrast
06:23 Backgrounds in the shade vs sun
06:52 Watch out for reflections
07:42 It is all about your position
08:04 Outro
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Nikon Z 24-70 mm f/4 S Lens
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Nikon Z 6II Mirrorless Camera
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Rode VideoMic Pro+ Directional On-Camera Shotgun Microphone
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Did you know that in macro photography, the background often matters much more than the subject? In this video, I will guide you through using backgrounds to your advantage, helping you get much more interesting photos. We'll explore photography composition principles and provide photography tips to enhance your macro work, making it easier for you to capture stunning macro photos.
Peter Bredahl Dam is a professional nature photographer with over 10 years of experience in nature photography, corporate photography, and videography.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:31 Gear
00:49 Why I don’t use artificial backgrounds
01:12 Capture the subject from where it is
01:48 Avoid this mistake – get creative instead
02:32 Add background distance
03:16 Add bokeh from drama
03:58 A small change in background – huge chance in the final photo
05:51 Looking for color and tonal contrast
06:23 Backgrounds in the shade vs sun
06:52 Watch out for reflections
07:42 It is all about your position
08:04 Outro
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✘ GEAR USED:
Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S Lens
adorama.com/nikon-nikkor-z-mc-105-mm-f-2-8-vr-s-lens/p/nkz10528
Nikon SB-700 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight Flash - USA Warranty
adorama.com/nikon-sb-700-ttl-af-speedlight-shoe-mount-flash/p/nksb700afu
Nikon Z 24-70 mm f/4 S Lens
adorama.com/nikon-nikkor-z-24-70-mm-f-4-s-lens/p/nkz2470
Nikon Z 6II Mirrorless Camera
adorama.com/nikon-z-6ii-mirrorless-camera/p/nkz6m2
Rode VideoMic Pro+ Directional On-Camera Shotgun Microphone
adorama.com/rode-videomic-pro-plus-directional-on-camera-shotgun-microphone/p/rdvidmicpp
#macrophotography #animalphotography #adorama
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❐ LET'S GET SOCIAL ❏
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➥ Facebook facebook.com/adorama
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YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@peterbredahldam
Website: peterbredahldam.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/peterbredahldam.com
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THANKS SO MUCH FOR WATCHING!
