What are facts about becoming a photographer?

Answer 1

There are many aspects to Photography. First, decide what branch you wish to explore. Is it wedding photography? Is it child photography? Is it fashion, portraiture or industrial? They all have much in common but they are also markedly different in the skills and the mind set they need. The common denominator is, I believe, not artistic ability or creativity alone, but the fact that photography needs to be approached as a business and with the mind set of a business man. Get that right first. Talent and creativity may help you soar but level headed acument will get you on to the launch pad.

Answer 2

Well, becoming a photographer, having an art background makes it much easier and the understanding more professional. Photography isn't all just about taking beautiful pictures it is Art a learned and talent that is require to best communicate visually. Ever wonder why the top photographers are well known, they don't just point and shoot it's all the reading the many tiresome conferences and tons of money spent for display and shows, it is a full time job. Also having a Portfolio of your work organized and what types of profession you've worked on or what for, it's also like any business and profession that requires the best in image, looks, and quality.

Also know the technicals of using a camera and it's modes also programs in touch ups, and the basics of art. If anyone says you don't need to know much and need clients and a camera they obviously are wasting money on less percious portraits. It's about knowing the camera and composition.

If you do want to become one, there are classes held in local areas, look it up on websites, ask any colleges, universities, technical schools, sometimes there are free classes to learn about these sorts.

Good luck,

I've been taking pictures for 4 years now and starting into the profession and I know it's going to take some time....

Answer 3

Some significant points of being a photographer is the ability to make your own hours and perform the services you enjoy while getting paid to do them. Another point of being a photographer is the level of creativity that you can utilize through your work.

Answer 4

It all begins with a passion for photography. Having the right equipment is a plus, but you can always add to your stock of camera gear as you gain expertise. You might start by freelancing for your local newspaper, attending high school games, parades and the like with your camera. Take some classes either in a specialized arts college or at a local community college too.

Answer 5

The owner of Kodak (George Eastman) named his company after the sound the he thought the camera shutter made.

pix is short for picture that is why you have pix on your cellphone.