There's a lot of really great ideas at this blog post:
225 Tips to Inspire You
Do these photographers' ideas apply to the kinds of photo you'd like to do?
What tips did you find that seemed helpful to you?
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My favorite tips were that if doing wildlife photography, it helps to study the life and habits of the creatures you photograph (great way to learn about your subjects!), and for landscape, try dawn or dusk lighting (often called 'magic hour' due to the colors).
One of the comments I think is very important to me is; never think that the camera is the most important thing, simply find a camera that you enjoy using and stick to that. Use the camera as a tool. In this context I have been trying to learn about what works with the equipment that I currently own, hoping that I will be able to get to the next helpful hint -
think about light all the time! Photography is about light, and it can come from any source – the sun, a candle, a computer. - trying to master light is a difficult thing for me - what I see with my eye and what actually translates to the camera are almost always different.
I really liked David Doubilet's photos. From a young age i always wanted to be a Marine Biologist, so taking photo's underwater might be one of their hobbies. Even though i no longer want to study Marine life i still think it would be cool to do some underwater photography. There is a tip that he gives about laying on the bottom of a pool and looking at how the light gets manipulated, and i've definitely tried this many times. I guess the next step i should take before taking photos under water besides getting a water proof camera or case is learn how to scuba-dive.
Barbara -- cool -- and which direction is the light coming from right now?
Aly -- I wonder what is the most affordable way to make a camera waterproof or get a waterproof camera?
I like how it says always keeps a camera with you. I always do that. If I do not have my SLR with me I most likely have my point and shoot one. I also really like how I believe Mark Edward's said do not think or act like a photographer. I liked that because its true, if you only think about what would make a good shot, you will miss out on some amazing photos.
it was actually Alex Majoliv who said it
I always have a camera on me, for sure, whether it's my cell phone, my point-and-shoot Kodak, or my Casio.
I like that they have a variety of tips on learning to understand and use light. It's so important. I also like the tip "Try everything".
I also loved the advertising photographer tips, as they really apply to my graphic design major. You really do have to keep up with changing trends and stay relevant.
Many of these tips were very consistent...light is IMPORTANT and have passion with photography and your subject matter. I like the idea of pushing your boundaries. Be experimental and explore. Eric Meola stated that you must explore your subject, which I find very true. Looking at something only in one view limits you. By exploring you can find other perspectives and become creative with your composition. I personally love to take photographs of my dog and others. I love the work by Amanda Jones. I find that you really have to be creative and spontaneous when working with an animal since staging can be a difficult process.
Agreed w/all. It's just really nice to pick up useful ideas from so many professionals!
I think that after reading through this one of my favorite tips is this:
17. Ask permission to get in close. It’s much better than trying to shoot people farther away.
The reason I like this one so much is that it really is that simple. A lot of people would typically be cool with posing for a shot, as a nice thing, or even sometimes thinking that they could maybe end up involved in something famous.
Either way, I think its a cool tip because its a good reminder that you shouldn't be afraid of people , you are an artist.
@Alex -- and it's a good reminder too that one need not purchase a super-expensive tele-zoom lens to get a great portrait!
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