1. Just
because someone has an expensive camera doesn’t mean that they’re a good
photographer.
2. Always
shoot in RAW. Always.
3. Prime
lenses help you learn to be a better photographer.
4. Photo
editing is an art in itself
5. The rule
of thirds works 99% of the time.
6. Macro
photography isn’t for everybody.
7. UV
filters work just as well as lens caps.
8. Go
outside and shoot photos rather than spending hours a day on photography
forums.
9. Capture
the beauty in the mundane and you have a winning photograph.
10. Film
isn’t better than digital
11. Digital
isn’t better than film.
12. There is
no “magic” camera or lens.
13. Better
lenses don’t give you better photos.
14. Spend
less time looking at other people’s work and more time shooting your own.
15. Don’t
take your DSLR to parties.
16. Being a
photographer is sexy.
17. Making
your photos b/w doesn’t automatically make them “artsy”
18. People
will always discredit your work if you tell them you “photoshop” your images.
Rather, tell them that you process them in the “digital darkroom”.
19. You
don’t need to take a photo of everything.
20. Have at
least 2 backups of all your images. Like they say in war, two is one, one is
none.
21. Ditch
the neck strap and get a handstrap.
22. Get
closer when taking your photos, they often turn out better.
23. Be a
part of a scene while taking a photo; not a voyeur.
24. Taking a
photo crouched often make your photos look more interesting.
25. Worry
less about technical aspects and focus more on compositional aspects of
photography.
26. Tape up
any logos on your camera with black gaffers tape- it brings a lot less
attention to you.
27. Always
underexposed by 2/3rd of a stop when shooting in broad daylight.
28. The more
photos you take, the better you get.
29. Don’t be
afraid to take several photos of the same scene at different exposures, angles,
or apertures.
30. Only
show your best photos.
31. A
point-and-shoot is still a camera.
32. Join an
online photography forum.
33. Critique
the works of others.
34. Think
before you shoot.
35. A good
photo shouldn’t require explanation (although background information often adds
to an image). *
36. Alcohol
and photography do not mix well.
37. Draw
inspiration from other photographers but never worship them.
38. Grain is
beautiful.
39. Ditch
the photo backpack and get a messenger bag. It makes getting your lenses and
camera a whole lot easier.
40. Simplicity
is key.
41. The
definition of photography is: “painting with light.” Use light in your favor.
42. Find
your style of photography and stick with it.
43. Having a
second monitor is the best thing ever for photo processing.
44. Silver
EFEX pro is the best b/w converter.
45. Carry
your camera with you everywhere. Everywhere.
46. Never
let photography get in the way of enjoying life.
47. Don’t
pamper your camera. Use and abuse it.
48. Take
straight photos.
49. Shoot
with confidence.
50.
Photography and juxtaposition are best friends.
51. Print
out your photos big. They will make you happy.
52. Give
your photos to friends.
53. Give
them to strangers.
54. Don’t
forget to frame them.
55. Costco
prints are cheap and look great.
56. Go out
and take photos with (a) friend(s).
57. Join a
photo club or start one for yourself.
58. Photos
make great presents.
59. Taking
photos of strangers is thrilling.
60.
Candid>Posed.
61. Natural
light is the best light.
62. 35mm (on
full frame) is the best “walk-around” focal length.
63. Don’t be
afraid to bump up your ISO when necessary.
64. You
don’t need to always bring a tripod with you everywhere you go (hell, I don’t
even own one).
65. It is
always better to underexpose than overexpose.
66. Shooting
photos of homeless people in an attempt to be “artsy” is exploitation.
67. You will
find the best photo opportunities in the least likely situations.
68. Photos
are always more interesting with the human element included.
69. You
can’t “photoshop” bad images into good ones.
70. Nowadays
everybody is a photographer.
71. You
don’t need to fly to Paris to get good photos; the best photo opportunities are
in your backyard.
72. People
with DSLRS who shoot portraits with their grip pointed downwards look like
morons.
73. Cameras
as tools, not toys.
74. In terms
of composition, photography and painting aren’t much different.
75.
Photography isn’t a hobby it’s a lifestyle.
76. Make
photos, not excuses.
77. Be
original in your photography. Don’t try to copy the style of others.
78. The best
photographs tell stories that begs the viewer for more.
79. Any
cameras but black ones draw too much attention.
80. The more
gear you carry around with you the less you will enjoy photography.
81. Good
self-portraits are harder to take than they seem.
82. Laughter
always draws out peoples’ true character in a photograph.
83. Don’t
look suspicious when taking photos- blend in with the environment.
84.
Landscape photography can become dull after a while.
85. Have fun
while taking photos.
86. Never
delete any of your photos.
87. Be
respectful when taking photos of people or places.
88. When
taking candid photos of people in the street, it is easier to use a wide-angle
than a telephoto lens.
89. Travel
and photography are the perfect pair.
90. Learn
how to read a histogram.
91. A noisy
photo is better than a blurry one.
92. Don’t be
afraid to take photos in the rain.
93. Learn
how to enjoy the moment, rather than relentlessly trying to capture the perfect
picture of it.
94. Never
take photos on an empty stomach.
95. You will
discover a lot about yourself through your photography.
96. Never
hoard your photographic insight- share it with the world.
97. Never
stop taking photos
98.
Photography is more than simply taking photos, it is a philosophy of life
99. Capture
the decisive moment
