Lucy And The Lens

Tag: #advice

  • 7 Common Mistakes New Photographers Make

    1. Believing that having the latest gear will improve skills. You don’t need an expensive camera to take great images. I’ve taken some of my best images on an Iphone.
    2. Ignoring the importance of basic lighting and composition techniques and starting to do advanced techniques without learning the basics.
    3. Not asking others for feedback. Without feedback its difficult to know where you can improve so ask other photographers or mentors whar they think.
    4. Underestimating the importance of practicing and honing down your skills as you won’t learn how to take the best photos overnight. Perseverance is the key to improving.
    5. Refusing to take the camera off automatic mode. This limits your creative control and understanding of camera settings.
    6. Not paying attention to the lighting conditions and ruining your images as a result.
    7. Not Editing your work. Results in dull or unfinished images. This is only acceptable for an event where you need a quick turnaround.

    Let me know in the comments if you’ve made any of these mistakes or what you would add to this list.

  • What advice would you give to someone starting their first job as a Photographer?

    The most important thing when starting your first job as a photographer is to just be yourself. People buy from personality so show them what they will get when they choose you and the right people will keep coming back.

    Secondly be professional. This means being punctual, providing the client with what they asked for, being easy to work with, and respecting their wishes. Then make sure you deliver the images in the agreed time frame.

    Thirdly don’t be afraid to ask questions. If you’re unsure about something, ask the client. It’s better to ask and get it right than to try to wing it and risk making a mistake.

    Next, find a mentor or go to workshops and learn from more experienced photographers. A good mentor/ workshop leader will be able to teach you the ropes, answer your questions, and point you in the right direction when it comes to both the technical and creative aspects of photography. My favourite workshops are photography session days.

    Never be afraid to experiment. Photography is all about trial and error. The more you experiment, the more you’ll learn about what works for you and what doesn’t. So go out there and start shooting!

    Take some time to do your research before the day of the job. Look up tips and tricks online, talk to other photographers, and get as much information as you can do you can do the shoot to the best of your ability.

    Finally, be patient. Learning photography takes time, so don’t be discouraged if you don’t see results right away. Stick with it, and eventually you’ll start to see your skills improve.

    And that’s it! These are just a few tips to get you started on your photography journey. The most important thing is to have fun and keep on snapping.

    Like or comment if you’re excited to start your photography journey!