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Beginning Photography Tips

"Welcome to the wonderful world of photography!"

Here are some beginning photography tips that are meant to introduce new photographers to the basic concepts of photography.

This section will also describe certain abilities photographers should acquire to help develop their style.

How to Take Good Pictures - This article explains the fundamentals of good photography. It focuses on composition, portraiture, and landscapes.

How to Hold a Camera - For the times when a tripod is just not practical, camera stability will depend solely on how the camera is held. This article describes how to properly hold a camera.

Basic Photography Equipment - This will explain the different pieces of equipment that is commonly used by, and usually thought necessary for, a beginning or hobbyist photographer.

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Photography Lighting Techniques - This beginning photography tips article covers flash or strobe lighting, soft-box effects, light tents, and controlled natural lighting.

Choosing a Subject - Usually our subject is chosen for us, but for those times when we get to choose our own, we must make sure that the viewer does not have to guess what the main subject is.

Black and White Photography Techniques - These black and white photography techniques show the importance in contrasting tones, effects of colored filters, selective coloring and more.

Seeing the Picture - Unless there is enough time and film to take an unlimited amount of pictures, the artist must be able to frame the shot and see the photo before it is taken.

Studying Images - If a scene is stationary but movable, think of what can be created with what you have. Create the shadows and patterns that you want.

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Do you have a photograph that you want reviewed by other photographers? If so, you have come to the right place.

The form below will allow you to upload a photograph and create your own webpage for it.

Other photographers will be able to leave comments (reviews and/or advice) on your page. They can even rate your photograph.

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I prefer to let the picture tell the story rather than the artist.

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