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How to Start as a Beginner Photographer
Starting off in photography is firstly about finding your inspiration. But don’t think I mean the wishy washy ideas of waiting for good ideas to turn up out of nowhere.
A beginning in photography requires that you put your mind to it, and show yourself that you are determined to make something good out of the new equipment that you have bought.
Most good photographers are open about what they photograph. Variety of topics and subjects in photography is just like in everyday life, we encounter many interesting things to talk about, as a photographer can find that many ideas are fun to photograph. Some of these things are more challenging, and we take up the challenge and discover that a topic is special to us. So we go deep.
It’s always your choice. So be honest with yourself.
Portrait photography is a not only great fun for the person you are photographing, it’s also full of possibilities for a beginner photographer to practice all types of posing situations, compositions, and the use of lighting set ups that will create different effects in the final photograph.
Get a Decent Camera if You are Serious
Many beginner photographers started with a smartphone camera, then realised that they love taking photos. So, the got serious enough to start looking at decent camera equipment to invest in.
I use Canon Cameras, and can recommend them as good, solid tools for anybody who wants to take great photos. Canon is also high quality, professional, and because they make great cameras all round, you can start with a full-frame, or go for a crop-sensor camera and still be highly satisfied with the ongoing results.
