SUMMARY
William Patino demonstrates how to overcome the tendency for wide angle lenses to make distant subjects appear small by placing foreground elements very close to the camera. He explains that camera position is more critical than focal length for establishing the perceived distance ratio between near and far elements. This technique is applicable to both static landscapes and wildlife within a scene, and Patino notes that focus stacking is often necessary to achieve sharpness throughout the extended depth of field.
TAKEAWAYS
Place foreground elements very close to the lens to create a sense of depth with wide angle shots.
Camera positioning is more impactful than focal length for controlling perceived distance.
The near-far distance ratio is key to making subjects appear larger and more impactful.
Focus stacking is often required to maintain sharpness across the scene's depth.