Great night photo

Hi, I think that you only need to use flash to take night photos. Try to capture every details of the place you are taking photos at night. If you capture very detailed night photos, then you can edit in computer to make it better.

Are you taking digital photos? There is usually a night setting on them. If you are using film, you need a higher film speed, have the appature let in more light and have the shutter be open longer. A tripod is really helpful so you don't move the camera and blur the photo. (Unless that's the look you're going for.) Have fun!

If you are trying to take a photo of something that is within 10 feet of you you can use your flash. Further than that and you picture will look dark. If you want to take a picture further away you have to take a timed exposier and that will require a tripod. You will have to be able to make the manual settings on your camera, setting the time and speed. Then you will need to practice and try different settings on your camera and how you set it up.

I am an amateur photographer when it comes to nighttime photography, and as some of the others have already mentioned, tripod, tripod, tripod. Are you using a digital camera? If so, are using the flash that came with the camera, the one that is attached to the camera? It is a great investment to get another flash, and not use the flash that is attached to the camera. If you aren't using a flash your camera is trying to capture light from all areas possible. Yet, sometimes a flash is too much. It takes so much practice and doesn't come overnight, even to the seasoned photographer. Reading your manual that came with your camera and focusing on one subject at a time and getting as close to mastering it is your best bet. The more you practice it and test different settings, the better you will become. Then write down on a small notepad what works best in certain settings. Carry this notepad with you in your camera bag. To surmise, practice my friend. Practice, practice and more practice. Good Luck!