10 Tips for Beginning Photographers

1. You don't need most expensive equipment when you start.

It’s possible to get very nice photos with an inexpensive point and shoot.

2. Keep your camera with you all the time.

Photo ops often come when you least expect it. If you can keep your equipment relatively simple – just a small camera bag and a tripod – you might be able to take advantage of some of those unexpected opportunities. Or, if your phone has a camera, use it to take “notes” on scenes you’d like to return to with your regular camera.

3. Make a list of shots you’d like to get.

For those times you can’t carry your camera around, keep a small notebook to jot down places you’d like to come back and photograph.

4. Everyday subjects can make for some great photography.

You might not see anything interesting to photograph in your living room or your backyard.

5. Learn and Enjoy.

The best part of having a hobby like photography is never running out of things to learn.

6. Free resources to learn....Use them.

Browse the web, google images for subjects, youtube has get videos to see and learn by.

7. Learn the basic rules.

Read, watch, ask! Be open to what more experienced photographers have to say about technique. You have to know the rules before you can break them.

8. Take photos all the time!

Try to photograph something every day.  Show then off.... ask for feedback!

9. Don’t be afraid to experiment.

If you’re using a digital camera, the cost of errors is free. Shoot away!

 
10. Have fun! 

Photography by Lloydlee Heite