Travel Tips for Photographers

Traveling is the best thing a photographer can do. But you always need to be alert as you may be carrying a bag full of expensive photography equipments.

An overseas travel is often the choice every photographer has in mind, but you need to ensure that you are aware of local laws. Some people have spent enough time in prison for taking photographs of buildings or subjects which raised security concerns.

Myths about batteries

These are some of the myths about batteries which needs some attention.

The type of AA-sized battery chosen does not make a difference
If you're planning to buy rechargeable batteries, always go for NiMH(nickel metal hydride). These batteries last longer than NiCd(nickel cadmium) ones, and unlike NiCd, they do not harm the environment.

Waiting for the Perfect Moment - Action photography

Perfect moments are often difficult to capture as they appear for a fraction of a second, you miss it and they disappear. So its important to anticipate that perfect moment while you are waiting.

Nature of Action
If you are photographing a national sport or just a street sport, be prepared by learning its rules and the expected flow of events. Researching that sport is the key, as you can anticipate the moment easily.

Tools and Accessories for Action Photography

There are several other accessories you may require apart from the camera, while shooting any fast moving subject i.e, action photography. This is a list of essential tools and accessories you should have while out on a shoot.

15 Ways to sell your Photos and Make Money

If you have some good photos, you can earn a decent amount money from it. You just need to know how to sell them.

Here are 15 ways to sell your photos and make money:

Amateur to Professional Photographer in 4 Steps

Everyone who picks up their first dslr camera feels like a professional photographer. Although they don't desire to be professional, its somehow natural to have that feeling. The first thing that comes to mind, is seeing yourself working for National Geographic taking those wildlife photos on a beautiful island or hanging out of a helicopter with your camera. Imaginations tend to be seem less with your first dslr camera.

How to Improve Photography

Imagination certainly improves your photography skills, as photography is not just about pointing the camera and capturing images,  but an art of making pictures, which actually begins before you pick the camera. It totally depends on your imagination, the way you interpret your surrounding environment. Your vision will never be similar to someone else.

Increase digital camera battery life

A digital camera's battery life depends on its capacity, the number of shots, usage of flash and live view. How many times has this happened when you are out, waiting from a long time for a particular moment to happen - could be a lightening, a man about to dive in a pool, a bird about to take flight or that magical goal by Christiano Ronaldo.

Do I need training to become a Photographer and earn?

Many people want to pursue a career in photography, some start it as a hobby and some as professionals. But some always have a question dwelling in their mind i.e. do i need to undergo training as a photographer or have a qualification to become a photographer? And the answer is simply NO.

List of Photo Competitions

A list of some of the Photography Competition sites where you can submit your photos, win some amazing prizes and get noticed for your work:

Compete around the World
Its more like a search site for photo contests.

Online Photography Competitions can get you noticed

The most important thing for a photographer is to get his work noticed. That's how he will be able to carry his photography career forward, may it be Microstock or freelance photography. By entering into Online Photo Competitions  there is a fair chance to get noticed as a good photographer. Of course by winning the competitions you will make a bigger impact. Many photography enthusiasts find it difficult to experience that winners feeling, but here are some vital tips on how to make it work for you and win an Online photography competition.

List of Microstock Photography Sites

List of Microstock Photography Sites you might like apart from the 10 best Microstock websites I had mentioned in my previous post.

Here is the list:

Do I Need An Expensive Camera

There is a misconception about having an expensive camera to shoot better photos. But don't believe in this myth as long as you are a good photographer. Even less expensive cameras produce good photos. A camera with decent resolution, optical zoom, a shutter that works to your needs, and a good sensor will definitely give you good results, provided you know the proper use of light and exposure.  So its basically you who should take good photos and not the camera. Camera features are there to assist you.

The 10,000 Hour Rule in Photography

I read about this 10,000 hour rule sometime back in a book, and felt like sharing it on my blog. It may give you an idea about how much time you can spend on photography to become a master in it.

Here's what it says -

It seems we require approximately 10,000 hour of dedicated practice to achieve the expertise in almost anything that we want to do. Lets apply this rule in photography. So if you practice photography for 3hrs a day it will take almost 10 years for you to achieve the status of a master in photography. And if you practice 8hrs/day you become master in 3.5years, as simple as that.

Trust Your Instincts And Do What Your Mind Says, Be A Confident Photographer

I have come across people who were apprehensive to take up photography as the fear of failure always haunts them. I’ll tell you what exactly they think and feel.

One day i met a person in a photo exhibition, he was very excited and deeply involved in those exhibited photographs. I thought of talking to him and ask him what he liked in those photographs, as I wanted to know what was going on in his mind. Just to inform you people that I like studying human behavior apart from doing photography. So I went up to him and introduced myself. 

Benefits Of Social Networking Sites In Photography

Most of us spend a lot of our time on social networking sites nowadays. With the increasing popularity of social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, Orkut and others, more and more people have presence online. These sites are used by people from various age groups and for all purposes like building communities, creating awareness, business ventures and marketing etc.

How to Sell Photos by Conducting Photo Exibitions for Amateurs:

To sell photos by conducting photo exhibitions is not an easy task for amateurs, since you need to have that reputation of a Professional photographer. 

To start with:

Things To Carry When Out On A Photo Trip

Here is a list of things you need to carry when you go out on a Photo Trip:

Camera

It would be silly to mention a camera in the list as its the most obvious thing you will carry. But as its a list of essential things and camera being the important one, should be listed.

Planning a Photo Vacation

For a photographer, going on a photo vacation is like making a short trip to heaven. Every photographer loves going on a photo vacation where he can capture some amazing pictures. But planning a vacation could be a challenge initially. So how do we plan a photo vacation?

Let me simplify the task for you:

Selling Photos To Magazines

It's easier to break into magazines if you apply the right tactics, though not simple for amateur photographer's. If you don't have proper training and certifications in photography than it's a drawback as most of the magazines ask for it. Now is there any way how newbies can sell photos to magazines or work for them? Keep reading to know how easy can it be: