spray and pray

spray and pray
 v. phr.— «You want to be able to make a great photo from the moment you flip the shutter, you shouldn’t have to rely on “spray and pray” photography. Try to get an excellent shot of your subject in less shots and your photography will improve, be it digital or film.» —“Re: Digital vs. FIlm!” by ally465  BellaOnline Forums Dec. 8, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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