Three Steps To Start Your Beginner Photography
Just a quick hello: I am Muji and so glad you stopped by! I am a passionate writer, photographer, and filmmaker living in beautiful Cape Town, South Africa.
If I were a beginner, I would keep it simple and only do the following three things, which I also focus on in depth in my Beginner Photography Course.
1 - The choice of Camera and Lens
I would only purchase a mirrorless camera that allows for interchangeable lenses. My preferred lens would be a 24-70mm lens. The 24mm focal length is sufficiently wide for capturing landscapes, while the 70mm range provides a decent zoom and reaches into telephoto territory.
A mirrorless camera, unlike a DSLR, doesn’t have a mirror which makes it lightweight and compact. Mirrorless cameras are what big companies like Sony, Cannon and Nikon invest in now.
2 - Which Camera Settings to Practice
I would enhance my skills by setting my camera to Aperture Priority Mode, indicated as A or Av on the camera dial. The aperture functions like the pupil of a human eye, expanding and constricting within your camera's lens. Using an aperture setting of f1.4, f2.8, or f4 will create a shallow depth of field, resulting in a beautifully blurred background ideal for capturing impressive portraits. In contrast, using an aperture value of f8, f9, or f11 will provide a great depth of field, making it suitable for landscape photography.
Lens’ Aperture
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
3- Practice Composition in Photography
For my third priority, I would enhance my photography skills by focusing on composition techniques. This includes mastering concepts such as the rule of thirds, utilising leading lines, and effectively centering subjects, etc. Additionally, I would experiment with breaking these established guidelines to develop a unique style of composition that reflects my creative vision.
If you have a passion for photography, explore my blogs to ignite your creativity, or take the leap with my Beginner Photography Course to transform into the confident photographer you aspire to be. You can also book a personalised in-person or online photography coaching lesson, meticulously crafted to meet your unique needs.
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Kind regards
Muji
