Basic Tips For Beginners on How To Become a Photographer

Photography is the art of making images (graphos) with light (photos). There is a presumption that the hobby towards the art of photography only for certain groups (middle to upper). In the past, the presumption may have a point. This is related to the high price of SLR camera unit (Single Lens Reflect), accessories and the use of film media in its operation. But now that assumption is not entirely true, considering the images are no longer stored in the film, but in the form of storage files. It means, so much cheaper in the process of printing. In addition, nowadays the price of DSLR cameras (Digital Single Lens Reflect) is more affordable.
So, photography is not just for certain group of people, but photography is for all circles.

Tips to Become a Photographer

For that, here are the basic photography tips for beginners who want to start pursuing the art of photography:

1. Choose the Right DSLR Camera for Beginners

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The Camera device is a major weapon in the art of photography. Currently, some companies have issued camera products that are very custom, ranging from packages sold for beginner classes of photographers, such as the Nikon D40 to professional class like the Canon EOS 5D Mark II. So, the range of the prices are becoming wider. But for those of you who are not having the budget to buy a DSLR camera, it can be tricked by borrowing or joint venture. However, you can choose one of the best entry-level DSLR cameras, which is more cheaper than DSLR cameras for Professional. The basic requirements of the existence of this device is intended to facilitate you in knowing and practicing basic photography techniques.

2. The Introduction of Photography Basic Techniques

To become a photographer, you must master the basic techniques of photography as the first step in your photography art. The basic techniques of photography are such as the Deep Of Field (DOF), Silhouette, Backlight, Outdoor Photo (ideally done between 07.00 - 10.00 am), Composition, and Photography Triangle. Read also: Close-up Photo Taking Tips.

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3. Insight

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To further follow the development of those photography techniques, it's good for you to be always updating your insights through magazines, exhibitions, and photography community.

4. Take Practice

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The more you take photography into practice, you are getting used in using your camera. So, the more reliable the photos of your shots. You can do photography practices by hunting different objects, so as not to be boring, like a colonial/traditional (composition), landscape (landscape), market (human interest) or beach (silhouette).