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How to *actually* take good pics at teamLab Phenomena
ICYMI teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi in Saadiyat Cultural District is the latest exhibition taking over the capital.
Irshowcases groundbreaking artworks by the international art collective teamLab, all of which are inspired by the balance between nature, the manufactured world and the environment.
It's got to be seen and if you do go you will 100% be wanting to get some shots for the 'gram, which may be a little overwhelming due to the lighting and everything to see.
Dw though as we've been sent tips on shooting content on Apple iPhone at the spot. Keep reading if you are heading to AD's teamLab soon.
Tips for shooting content at teamLab Phenomena by Peter Jay
Shot by Peter Jay
1. Turn on the level and grid.
The first two immersive experiences don't have a clear horizon line, which can make it tricky to get a straight shot. Enabling the level and grid helps ensure your framing is perfectly aligned. It's a simple trick, but it can save a lot of time and effort in post-processing.
2. Dealing with screen flicker in video mode.
If you notice flickering while recording video, it's likely because the lighting frequency in the room doesn't match your camera's frame rate. To fix this, head into your video settings and adjust the frame rate until the flicker disappears. Alternatively, in video mode, just tap the frame rate digits on the top right of your screen and select a better-suited value.
3. Shooting in low light with Night Mode.
In darker areas, your device may suggest a longer exposure time—sometimes 5 seconds or more. You can control the exposure length by swiping left or right to adjust it. Since much of the experience features moving light art, I recommend shortening the exposure time to avoid motion blur—unless, of course, you're going for a more abstract, artistic effect.
Tips for shooting content at teamLab Phenomena by Jerome Rafael
Shot by Jerome Rafael
1. If you're using an iPhone Pro model and shooting with a third-party app (like ProCamera), enable RAW to retain maximum detail and dynamic range.
2. Lock Focus and Exposure (AE/AF Lock) is crucial. Tap and hold your focus point until the yellow box appears. Then adjust the exposure by sliding up or down.
Tips for shooting content at teamLab Phenomena by Debbie Fortes
Shot by Debbie Fortes
1. Using the feature 'clean up' for post-processing your images, helps a lot especially if you would like to remove clutter or people in your photo.
2. Ensure it's in Live Mode – if you want the long exposure effect on your photo.
3. Preserve settings on your camera mode are also useful – making sure you are always using the last mode rather than switching to different modes or different settings of your camera. You want to make sure that you are always ready to shoot away and not worry about adjusting the settings from time to time.
