Hi!
For a long time now I have wanted to get involved in photography. However I really need some experienced help to guide me in the right direction!
First off, what type of camera should I get? I am willing to get a used camera and to spend up to 400 (but of course cheaper is preferred). Is this a reasonable price? Do I need to pay more? This is my first camera, so can I afford to go cheaper or should I invest in something of better quality?
Second off, where exactly do I start?...I have always wanted to take classes (I am entering 2nd year of college) but they are impossible to get into because they reserve the spots for art majors (I am a science major). I don't really have the time or means to travel to other places or schools to take classes. Can I just start building a portfolio or how exactly does it work? I want something legitimate to recognize any experience I have acquired. Do you have to take classes for this sort of recognition?
I want to do photography because I have always loved it and felt a void when I can't photograph something I find beautiful. I am thinking about incorporating it into a science career in the future (my ideal job would be doing something recording wildlife). Please any advice would be GREATLY appreciated!! I (clearly) know absolutely NOTHING! haha!
Hmm ya I estimated 400 (on the cheap side) based on another question I read. So I could go more I suppose...but not if I don't really need to...hmm
For a long time now I have wanted to get involved in photography. However I really need some experienced help to guide me in the right direction!
First off, what type of camera should I get? I am willing to get a used camera and to spend up to 400 (but of course cheaper is preferred). Is this a reasonable price? Do I need to pay more? This is my first camera, so can I afford to go cheaper or should I invest in something of better quality?
Second off, where exactly do I start?...I have always wanted to take classes (I am entering 2nd year of college) but they are impossible to get into because they reserve the spots for art majors (I am a science major). I don't really have the time or means to travel to other places or schools to take classes. Can I just start building a portfolio or how exactly does it work? I want something legitimate to recognize any experience I have acquired. Do you have to take classes for this sort of recognition?
I want to do photography because I have always loved it and felt a void when I can't photograph something I find beautiful. I am thinking about incorporating it into a science career in the future (my ideal job would be doing something recording wildlife). Please any advice would be GREATLY appreciated!! I (clearly) know absolutely NOTHING! haha!
Hmm ya I estimated 400 (on the cheap side) based on another question I read. So I could go more I suppose...but not if I don't really need to...hmm