1: Learn Basic Composition Rules!

The camera does not take good pictures - the photographer does.

2: Read your Camera Manual!

Figure out what all those fancy settings are all about.

3: Learn about the Exposure Triangle.

Figure out what those shutter speeds and F-stops are all about.

4: Learn about light!

Photography is not about fancy gear - it's about working with light.

5: Move your feet!

Your best zoom lens can be your sneakers.

6: Stop shooting from only a standing position.

Move all around and up and down.

7: Study the History of Photography.

See what the very best have produced since 1825.

8: Study the History of Art.

Learn what the masters have been up to since the cavemen started scratching out sketches on cave walls.

9: Shoot in a different direction than everyone else.

Find something different to make your shot unique.

10: Take a Photography Class!

Even a class for just a couple of hours will improve your photographs immensely.

Did you know Rob Comeau offers photography classes and lectures?  They can be private or group, in your home, at your business or conference, via the internet or fly me to your location!  Topics include, exposure, composition, history, DSLR, point and shoot and smartphone photography! 

 Go to www.RobComeau.com and contact him today!!

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