Stuff ALL Beginner Photographers should know!

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This week I'm at Llyn Crafnant in Wales running though a list of tips for beginner photographers, that I wish I'd have known when I started! From how to buy cameras and lenses, what to expect as you improve and how to set goals for your photography, I really hope this quick video helps :)

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[JamesPopsysPhoto]

Quick review of the Guinness chocolate:

If you’ve ever eaten chocolate and wished that it tasted a bit of dark, heavy, Irish pudding beer - this is for you. Also, if you want to eat chocolate but don’t have anything else in the house, this is passable but just tastes like it’s been in the cupboard for a number of years. 6/10.

[wackyjack]

you have no idea how much I needed to hear this. I just started this hobby two weeks ago and I'm completely overwhelmed and in my head. It helps to hear that this is a journey and to learn through trial and error. Thank you

[theanimalguy]

I appreciate learning tips from another photographer who's still learning and doesn't state that he knows everything, love your videos, especially your new 10 photos concept

[Tusdar]

James you never fail to make me laugh. Thanks for brightening up my weekend!

[whafrog]

@13:00 you're not preachy at all. What keeps me coming back is your humour and humility, your insight and enthusiasm. I hesitate to say this because I don't want it taken wrong but...while I respect your photographic work, I'm not really a fan of your post-processing, and often not of the subject matter. But that's irrelevant to why I'm subscribed and keep returning. I feel like I learn something new from you every video, and getting a good chuckle is icing on the cake. There are other photographers whose final product speaks to me more strongly, but they aren't as engaging or insightful and I don't learn nearly as much. So keep on "preaching"! :)

[alexgraefe.photoYT]

Hey James, is there going to be a "top 10 of the year list" of your favourite photos on Instagram by the end of the year?

[jameslock]

I do agree, ive been shooting for 3 years, and ive only got one on my wall. Thank you fella.

[LargeHounds]

I've gotten some of the most useful tips from your videos. Keep them coming.

[malstanding]

Once again, great video. Instructional, informational and fun. I always have a smile on my face watching your videos.

[Smedley]

These videos have helped me tremendously, especially your reminders that progress is not linear and that disappointment is normal. More helpful than you'll ever know. Thank you.

[magnushermansen]

As a beginner in photography, This is the best and most useful video i have seen!
Thanks again James!

[tenylegnincsevem]

"but all i want is the perfect - kasey

[leafnovice]

Feel much better after your video. It’s good to hear someone being honest about their experiences and bumpy progress as a photographer. Makes the rest of us feel less like numpties (!) and more like keen amateurs. Cheers mate

[JackBeasleyMedia]

Hey James, I'm not a landscape photographer, but I enjoy watching your videos. You've got a dry humor that's very entertaining and keeps us engaged.

[PeterFarrieSongwriter]

Great advice, applicable to lots of things in life, and photography too.

[jordanlaine]

This is super simple advice and console to new photogs. It's a journey, the destinations and photos happen along the way.

[electrontube]

I just want to thank you for the perspective. it wasn't preachy or patronizing, I sincerely appreciate it.

[ToastandJam]

The one thing I learnt decades ago when in Wales (or the Lake District) if it is not raining it soon will be. Love your videos. Keep them coming.

[Ginette]

Good point. “Most photographers take 1000 photos for every photo in their portfolio. If you don’t realize that it. Ab put a lot of pressure on you.” Yes that’s so important to realize for any type of art. It takes doing doing doing and if you expect each piece to be a perfect piece that is eshausting and prevents from creating as much. But For example in a life drawing class, having to draw draw draw drill drill drill…that’s when the skill is developed. Thanks. Good lesson.

[normp]

Love your vids. Been an amateur photog for about 55yrs...im always learning new stuff. Had just about every brand of camera. Now a G9 user and its the best camera I have ever had for what I do.