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5 Mistakes ALL Beginner Photographers Make You Must Avoid

by | Aug 16, 2017 | educational, How To

 Are you new to photography? In this video, I will show you the top 5 mistakes all beginner photographers make that you need to avoid. Do not worry, I used to do the same thing when I started out as a photographer. 

Here are 5 mistakes ALL beginner photographers make. Trust me I used to make them too and you must avoid them at all cost. I hope this helps you out a bit and you can start taking better photos right away. 

1.  Crooked horizon. This is the most common of them all. Always make sure your horizon is straight. 

2.  Overexpose your highlights. Once you blow out your highlights you can never get them back. It is better to underexpose an image then overexpose. This will guarantee you will never lose your sky. 

3.  Shaky photos. When the light is dim use a tripod. If you do not have one raise your ISO and use a faster shutter speed. This will prevent any camera shake and guarantee a sharp image. 

4.  Overpack. As a new photographer, you have loads of new gear. Understandably you want to use it all. You Won’t. Overpacking will only slow you down and confuse you keeping you from getting the perfect shot. 

5.  Showing up late. Show up early, scout the area and be ready for the shot when the light is just right. 

Always remember to have fun out there and enjoy the scenery.  

Check out the video to see examples of exactly what I mean. 

5 Mistakes All Beginner Photographers Must Avoid

THE GEAR 

The gear I use for all my photos: Nikon D800 with a Nikon 14-24mm a Nikon 24-85mm a Nikon 70-200 and a Tamron 150-600mm.  A MeFOTO tripod is a must. I edit all my images with my Lightroom Presets download them and give them a try.

5 Mistakes ALL Beginner Photographers Make You Must Avoid

Follow this tips and with a bit of practice, your photography game will improve. By practicing and experimenting you will be making beautiful images in no time at all. 

5 tips to Improve your photography right now without buying new gear

by | Jun 9, 2017 | Tips and Tricks, Tutorials, Video

Do you want to improve your photography? One of the questions I get the most is how can I improve my photography?

Thre are many whats to improve your photography. I created this video in efforts to answer this common question and also to share with you what I do on a daily basis to improve my skills. It is not really rocketing science, all it takes its a bit of effort, and a desire to learn and master the craft. 

In order to improve your photography, you need to understand one thing. Photography is about telling a compelling story, nothing more. If you think about it, all the great photos ever taken from the past, have been created with a camera that is older and not as technologically advanced as yours. Do you think Amsel Addams had a Nikon D850? Do not focus too much on the gear, focus on your story and how to tell it well. 

My favorite is number one. Just leave the house. Go outside and get inspired. It is a lot harder to find inspiration inside your house. As soon as you step outside your house and get that breath of fresh air, everything changes. 

5 tips to Improve your photography right now

Tips and Tricks to Improve Your Photography Right Now

THE GEAR 

The gear I use for all my photos: Nikon D800 with a Nikon 14-24mm a Nikon 24-85mm a Nikon 70-200 and a Tamron 150-600mm.  A MeFOTO tripod is a must. I edit all my images with my Lightroom Presets download them and give them a try.

Conclusion: Anyone can become a photographer, buy new gear and post photos online. However, in order to really hone your craft, you need to put a bit of effort into it. Passion, practice, and patience can go a long way. Keep this 5 tips in mind everytime you are looking for inspiration or for ways to become a better photographer. 

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