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.

10 Tips for Better Landscape Photography

October 4, 2017 by Bruce Lovelace

Landscape photography is a popular subject for many photographers. Here are 10 tips to help you create better photos on your next trip.

5 Tips for Creating Spectacular Photos at Blue Hour

September 28, 2017 by Darlene Hildebrandt

Blue hour is a magical time of day when the sky is a rich deep color and your photos come alive! Here 5 tips to help you create better blue hour photos so you can wow your friends and family with your images.

How to Use a Tripod – A Video Tutorial from Phil Steele

August 30, 2017 by Darlene Hildebrandt

Here are some equipment tips from expert photography instructor Phil Steele on how to choose and use your tripod. It may seem simple but there are a few things you need to know to use it properly and effectively in order to protect your gear and take better photos.

How to Avoid Cliché Shots in Travel Photography

August 23, 2017 by Daniel Korzeniewski

It’s nearly impossible to avoid the cliché photos of major attractions when traveling or doing travel photography. Here are some ideas on how to avoid the cliché shots OR how you could actually embrace and enjoy taking them anyway.

4 Tips for Creating Depth and Dimension in Your Images

August 2, 2017 by Darlene Hildebrandt

Here are 4 tips for creating depth and dimension in your images. Doing so will give them more interest and catch people’s attention, getting you more “likes” and shares on your photos.