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Well, first of all. Congrats on actually looking for an answer. We’d all like to take photos like a pro by natural talent, however most of in reality need to work a little harder. I’m here to help you skip the hours of research (I’ve already done it for you) and give you the best 5 steps to learn photography. What are you waiting for start now! All you need is 5 mins and a cuppa.
Step 1: Decide what type of photographer you want to be.
Step 2: Decide what gear you have/need.
Step 3: Take a bad photo.
Step 4: Learn how to make it better
Step 5: (The most important lesson) Go do it again.
Step 1: Decide what type of photographer you want to be.
This is actually a nice one. Pop over to Instagram and just have a look around.
- Which Photography’s did you click on?
- Why?
- What type of photography was it? (Landscape, Portrait, Night, Long Exposure)If you need more help with one check out: Different types of Photography
- What did you like about it?
- Would you like to be able to do create your own photos like this?
Step 2: Decide what gear you have or need.
Realistically, my view is that most of you have a budget of £0 to £100. If you’re lucky enough to have more than great. I recommend Cannon’s Rebel range.
However, if you’re like me and all your money goes on the family. Then, I’m here to say all is not lost
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Now that we have the camera sorted. Let talk accessory must haves.
- Some kind of stabilisation; i.e. A Tripod like the:
That’s it. That is literally all you need.
You might want to look at lens, battery, shutter remote, or a mic if you want to do video.
Step 3: Take a photo today and share it.
No, I don’t mean don’t you have to be perfect or that it you should just snap a quick photo on your phone. What I mean is give yourself permission to not be perfect but still share it. I know it’s hard at first but you really should be sharing your photos. Whether, that’s with family, facebook, Instagram. Print it and put it on your wall. Just share it.