Tip#27: Always hold the camera with both hands. It helps to steady the camera.

Tip#26: Ask other photographers to critique your work.

Tip#25:The most important part of any portrait is the subject's eyes.

Tip#24: Editing your photos in Photoshop or other programs can make you a lazy and careless photographer. Try composing your photos first in the camera and later in the digital darkroom.

Tip#23: Learn to bounce the flash for more natural looking indoor shots.

Tip#22: Experiment with different film speeds

Tip#21: After any photo session do a critique of your pictures while asking yourself how you could have improved upon each photo.

Tip#20: Participate in forums. You can learn a lot there and ask questions too.

Tip#19: Keep a close eye on your camera in crowded places. Cameras are beckons for robbers.

Tip#18: The mere action of pressing down on the trigger can cause the camera to shake. Avoid the problem altogether by setting the camera on timer or use the AF button.

Tip#17: Be conscious of light. It can be the difference between a mediocre picture and a winner.

Tip#16: Don't be afraid to ask to photograph people. Many will see this as a complement.

Tip#15: Play around with filters to achieve various effects. Most digital cameras have built-in filters and effects. Camera stores stock an array of filters for SLR cameras.

Tip#14:Panning or moving your camera at the same speed as your subject is a great way to shoot action and at the same time eliminate any distractions.

Tip#13: If you buy only one lens for your camera let it be a standard 50mm. Believe me you won't regret it.

Tip# 12: Always be aware of what is going on in the background of your shot. Be especially aware of anything that might distract or otherwise take away from your photo.

Tip#11: Take spontaneous, un-staged photos. They are almost always better and more natural looking.

Tip#10: Just about any solid structure (walls, mounds, tables) can be used as improvised tripods to support the camera and avoid the dreaded camera shake.

Tip# 9: When composing your photo look out for any walls, trees, holes, or lampposts that could be used to frame your picture.

Tip#8: Carry your camera with you at all times. You never know when you will miss that great photo.

Tip#7: Shoot in black and white. By eliminating color you are forced to think of composition and form. Aim for pure black and snow white. Leave the grays to fend for themselves. Look for objects with lots of texture, shadows or people with wrinkles.

Tip#6:Takes lots of photos. The more you practice the better you'll get. Pro's never go up snap one photo and go there it is and walk away. They will take dozens if not hundreds, to get the one's they like. Then whittle it down to the ONE you see.

Tip#5: If you’re shooting outside and your subject's face is in the shade use fill flash or reflector to get rid of shadows.

Tip#4: The majority of photos with the subject smack-bang in the center of the picture can be dull and boring. The rule of thirds involves dividing your viewfinder into an imaginary tic-tac-toe square. The trick is place the main subject in one of the four intersecting points. Most Point and Shoot Digital and Up-to date DSLR's offer a rule of thirds option on the live view LCD. Use this until you get use to the idea of the rule.

Tip#3: Everything looks different when viewed from a different perspective. Try photographing your subject from different angles.

Tip#2: Get closer. There is a temptation to include everything in your photos but don't be afraid to cut out some details. Try focusing more on the details rather than the whole.

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