Entry #1: Silhouettes

Taking a successful backlit photograph requires going against some basic rules that are normally used to take well-lit pictures. First, it is important that the subject has a well-defined shape that will be easily recognizable against a bright background. An ideal background would be something like a sunset or floodlight. This lights the back of the subject while leaving the front darkened. Use the light meter on the background and adjust the shutter speed and aperture accordingly. This will make the background bright and well-exposed while the subject is dark. Finally, make sure that the subject is in focus. The clear, well-defined shape of the subject adds to the intensity of silhouette photographs. Here are some examples of silhouette photography.

http://www.slrphotographyguide.com/tree-silhouette.shtml 

http://danfingerman.com/wedding/ 

http://www.flickr.com/photos/angeliquephotography/946008469/