Cheap items that will help improve your photography
Photography gear isn`t cheap. If you`re looking to take your photography to the next level, there`s no shortage of expensive lenses and accessories that will beckon to you.
Sometimes it`s worth it to save up for the right piece of equipment, but you don`t necessarily have to make a serious investment if you`re looking to make gains in your creative pursuit. Here are a few relatively cheap buys that will pay off dividends if you`re looking to try something new, build on your current photography skills, or just add another visual trick to your arsenal.
Go back to school
To really master the arts of things like lighting or post-processing, online courses are invaluable. They can also be pretty expensive. But if you`re looking to pick up some additional knowledge on the cheap, Creative Live hosts classes on an array of topics - and best of all, they`re free when you watch live. The Creative Live app also offers a free lesson of the day.
Along those lines, maybe read some books for inspiration. Remember the library? The library! Learn about past masters of photography or see what current photographers are doing. Bryan Petersen has a whole slew of instructional books, or you could look for some creativity boosters like David du Chemin`s follow-along lessons.
Join the club
Local photography groups can help you get out the door and put you in good company. Being around other photographers and making connections within your area`s photography community are great ways to keep furthering your skills, and organizations often have very affordable yearly membership fees or suggested donations - one Seattle group suggests $20 per year. Many clubs organize through meetup.com, which is a good place to start looking.
For an even lower barrier to item, join a local photography group on Facebook for sharing and critiquing photos. And if you`re looking for extra incentive, think ab ...
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