Composing the Shot Stabilize yourself with 3 points of contact prior to aiming and shooting the picture. Try to focus on one canyon detail. To convey your subject's size and vastness, try to include a foreground object such as a tree or person. Since clearing storms can also add drama to your pictures, waiting out a storm is usually worth the time. Besides being unsafe, it's considered poor Canyon etiquette.
Tripods are particularly useful for long exposure shots.
You might also try a polarizing screen to help reduce glare and improve color saturation. Canyon vistas are best shot using a haze or UV filter on your lens. Film 400-speed film is a good selection for taking pictures at sunrise or sunset. You'll also need 400-speed or faster film. If you're going to use just one film speed, try ISO 400 for the greatest versatility.