‘You cannot become a professional photographer without a talent”.
Just like the painter cannot create his masterpiece without paints, brushes, and canvas, same way the photographer cannot create his work of art without his camera. There’s no doubt, in photography, talent is an important element, but the truth is, there’s more to photography than having an eye for detail. The camera you choose and the rest of the camera tools and accessories are the key elements that can either make or break your shots. Do your homework and learn as much as there is to know about them and make sure to know what you’re looking for before spending a small fortune on these necessities.
“Don’t take shots if the light is bad’”.
Even if there is the smallest amount of daylight, you still have a chance to make a different kind of photos. Some of the most beautiful pictures are made during the most adverse weather conditions, so use your camera and lenses wisely to take some awesome shots. However, there are cases when you really need good and strong light; in such cases use a flashlight to achieve your goal.
”Always carry with you all the lenses you have”.
You can do this if you want, but carrying all the camera tools and accessories you have with you can be really inconvenient. Before heading out the door, think about what you are planning to shoot. Limiting yourself to using just one lens a day could help you improve your skills as a photographer. Also, by carrying just one lens with you, you won’t miss capturing the moment while trying to switch lenses.
”You need to go on some super exotic place to take creative shots”.
We all get stuck in routine every now and then, there’s no denying. But that does not mean that the world is not full of beautiful things that we cannot seem to perceive in their full splendour because we are around them every day. Try to see the extraordinary in the ordinary. Try to find beauty even in the most simple things that come your way. Giving your camera to a child could help you see the world through his eyes which could really wake up your imagination.
”I am making money with my camera, which means I learned everything there is about photography”.
We all know the popular saying ”You are never too old to learn”. The world of photography is so exciting and changing that it is simply impossible to know everything about it. Once you stop learning you basically stop growing as a photographer, which is the definition for doom. Make sure you always keep up to date with the latest trends in technology and do not hesitate to embrace some of them if you find them interesting and beneficial enough.