I want to start shooting photography--> But how?

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Ashley G

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Can someone please offer me an informed way to learn to shoot.

I cannot afford schooling, and I would really like to start shooting.

What camera, how many lenses, digital or no, what price range to start with, What are shadow boxes and light boxes?

How much does it cost to start?

THANK YOU!!
 
Okay ... here's what I would buy and why:

Canon Xti kit - good basic camera with average zoom lens
EF 50mm f/1.8 II - unbeatable bargain lens (cheap but super fast)
8 gig compact flash memory card
... all told, about $600.

Get a "crumpler" camera bag - "5 million dollar bag" for $65.
Buy this book: "Understanding Exposure" by bryan peterson
... new total, $700.

With this unbeatable kit, you can learn all the basics, do some advanced shooting and go anywhere. It's light, easy to carry and not too expensive. This kit will not get old. You can easily upgrade as your budget allows. Nikon users probably can suggest something just as good - I only suggest Canon because that's what I know.

EDIT: Ignore the shadow boxes and light boxes for now. Don't even worry about them.

Also, Digital One gave some good advice. Think about what you want to do with photography and what you can afford to spend. There are lots of great pocket cameras for under $200, if that's your thing - but a DSLR is a lot better for the serious student/aspiring photographer.
 
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