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Photographs as Trophies 



Any angler who carries a camera during fishing trips can build 

 a fine collection of fish pictures. Notice, I did not say fishing 

 pictures. I have viewed thousands of photographs taken by all 

 types of anglers whose results ranged from the ridiculous to 

 photos which indicated professional ability. Almost without 

 exception the photos are either beautiful scenes of the outdoors 

 with the angler as the secondary point of interest, or else the 

 proud angler is standing stiffly, holding the fish in one hand and 

 the rod awkwardly in the other. Most anglers, when posing 

 for a photo, stand against brick buildings, clapboard, fences, 

 and other uncomplimentary backgrounds with dominating hori- 

 zontal lines. However, with a bit of coaching— and some com- 

 mon sense— any angler can produce excellent photo trophies. 



Composition and Hints 



All fishermen love to be photographed with their catch. 

 I'm included. I am not ashamed to say that I have a great 

 many photos of myself with fish of all kinds. However, I at- 

 tempt to set up the composition so that the photo will have 

 as little appearance as possible of being posed. For example, 

 if you catch a big trout, don't pose stiffly. Try something like 

 this: sit on a rock at the edge of the stream, put the open creel 

 beside you, and hold the fish in your hands as though you are 



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