5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Photography

Key takeaways

  • Forget about megapixels. Focus on getting better photos (from 1:00).
  • Photography is king, editing is God. Great editing raises your photography to a new level (from 1:00).
  • Communication is key. Something I learned from portrait work with models (from 1:00).
  • No gear excuses. Even your smartphone has an amazing camera (from 2:00).
  • Have fun. Enjoy the small moments (from 3:00).

Yes, I have a banner of myself...... What I don't have is time-traveling power, but if I do, I would have given these advices to myself.

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FAQ

Do megapixels matter for beginners?

Not really. Forget about megapixels and focus on getting better photos.

How important is photo editing?

Very. Photography is king, but editing is God. Great editing skill raises your photography to a whole new level.

Do I need expensive gear to start photography?

No. Even your smartphone has an amazing camera, and with some mobile editing you can still get great shots.

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Questions? Ask me in the comments on the video on YouTube.