Basic Photography Tips for Beginners

Basic photography tips for beginner and intermediate photographers. Whether you're shooting with a DSLR or mirrorless camera, you'll find tips on ISO, exposure, composition, and basic photography techniques that are both interesting and informative.

I write articles on topics as diverse as night photography, travel photography, portrait photography, street photography, and even macro photography. I also curate the highest quality content from photographers I know personally.

Photography tips for anyone who's looking to improve their skills in photography.

Other readers like yourself find that my monthly photography challenges help them get out using their camera and practicing the tips they’re learning. Or, they benefit from my free basic photography course for beginners, which provides structure while they learn photography.

You'll learn to get better and better shots each month.

These photography tips will get you closer to achieving those "WOW" moments from your friends and family when you show them your photos.

Confused by Common Photography Terms? Don’t Worry, Help Is Here!

January 21, 2022 by Darlene Hildebrandt

This comprehensive list of photography terms for beginners will help you understand the words, definitions and jargon of common phrases.

6 Important Winter Photography Tips for Stunning Photos

December 23, 2021 by Darlene Hildebrandt

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.

Three Ways to Be a More Creative Photographer

December 16, 2021 by Andrew S Gibson

If you’re struggling for motivation or inspiration, you want to be a more creative photographer, or you just don’t feel that your photos are as good as they could be, then this article is for you!

Planning Tips for Better Photos of People in Your Travel Photography

December 10, 2021 by Darlene Hildebrandt

In this article, you’ll get tips on how to prepare for taking better photos of people you meet on your travels.

How to Get the Best Out of Your Images with Lightroom & Luminar AI

December 2, 2021 by Darlene Hildebrandt

In this article and video tutorial, you’ll learn how to edit images using both Lightroom and Luminar AI. You’ll see why I recommend using both and how to use them together.