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Beginner Photography Tutorials

Beginner photography tutorials for the new or amateur photographer who's looking to improve their skills and learn the basics of digital photography.

beginner photography tutorials and guidesLearn camera basics and then practice them with monthly photography challenges designed to get you out the door and practicing what you're learning.

You'll begin to get better and better shots each month and move closer to getting those "WOW" moments from your friends and family.

These are a few hand selected beginner tutorials that seem to be popular on this site.

  • Choosing the Best Digital Camera for You
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And if you're really keen, we've got a handcrafted photography basics course for beginners with personally selected articles and tutorials for you to enroll in for extra guidance .... and it's completely free.

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6 Important Winter Photography Tips for Stunning Photos

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: November 7, 2022

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In this article, you’ll learn six quick tips for taking better winter holiday photos. Make your frosty images sparkle and glow and capture the magic of the season.

How to use Camera White Balance to Improve Your Photos

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: September 19, 2022

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White balance settings are something new to the digital photography era, but color temperature is not. Today we’re going to explore a few things about white balance, color temperature and how to adjust the settings to your advantage. Including:

– using the camera’s presets
– when to use Auto White Balance
– how to use the mysterious K setting
– how to adjust White Balance for maximum creativity and image control

10 Sizzling Hot Summer Photography Tips

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: December 31, 2021

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This is a great time of year to get out and do some photography. So here are 10 summer photography tips to give you some ideas to help you get motivated to out there.

3 Creative Challenges to Make You a Better Photographer

by Andrew S Gibson | Last Updated: July 2, 2021

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In this article, you’ll be challenge by three photography assignments to help you become a better photographer.

3 Easy Ways to Improve Your Close-Up Photography

by Simon Ringsmuth | Last Updated: November 5, 2022

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In this article, I will demonstrate three elements that are critical when doing close-up photography. Aperture, background, and the general principles of composition will make or break your close-up photos.

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