The best book on photography for Beginners

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The best book on photography for Beginners

Most of us here are very interested in the field of photography. Some like me look at Photography as one of there favourite hobbies. Some of us may be working in the field of photography with professional experience of this field. Others may be photography enthusiast who have a very thorough knowledge of the subject. I would want to know your opinion and views on the best book that is available for a person who is relatively new in this field. A book that can be like a beginners guide for any budding photographer

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Kakashi2020

Kakashi2020

There's a lot of free and paid ebooks about photography like Better Photo Basics, Complete Digital Photography to name a few. Or you can just google "Free Photography Books" and you'll get s load of results.

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jeffreyjose48

jeffreyjose48

I agree with you. I also like photography. Just go to the nearest library and ask the librarian for books on photography.

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vinaya

vinaya

I am not sure about the best photography books even though I have a lot of books on photography, from landscape photography to glamor photography. However, I think you should try Behind the Shutter. It is a photography magazine not only gives you photography tips but also an opportunity to participate in photography contests.

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jayjaydimson

jayjaydimson

Yes, I agree with you. Because you don't need to spend that much money on buying good books for you to be professional in photography, there's a lot of e-books online.

6 years ago

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esteban123

esteban123

I am not a professional photographer but whenever I want to learn abut photography is that I am just visiting the web and some social media sites to learn more about it. I am watching YouTube to look for some tutorial videos about photography or by watching some documentaries about it. I think that there are a lot of ways to learn photography not just in books but on other sources such as reading an e book as well.

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ElectorAlexande

ElectorAlexande

Yea thats true, I watch most of my tutorials on YouTube and read from forums and blog but most especially videos educate more than books and forums.

You can also seek help from friends who are good in that field and they will always be ready to assist except they are not your friends but just money conscious, but I think you should invest money to learn because Photography is a good skills.

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esteban123

esteban123

Yes that is right, asking help from other friends who have some expertise in that fields of study is a very good idea since we can get the best tips and advice that we wishes to have. But my problem is that I don't have much known person to inquire for that particular thing. That is why I ma giving much time on YouTube for learning purposes.

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jeffreyjose48

jeffreyjose48

I agree with you. Just visit the websites on photography and you will be able to learn a lot of things. YouTube also has a lot videos to tutor you about photography.

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Youngshark

Youngshark

Youtube is always one of the best education places with vast content both good and bad, I think that anyone wishing to learn about the photography work has to do their research using the site and learn by watching and doing.

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jeffreyjose48

jeffreyjose48

I agree with you. YouTube is always one of the best places to learn about photography. You can research about photography in YouTube.

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esteban123

esteban123

Yes I agree that YouTube is a good place to search about photography, in just a click then everything would come in an instant. YouTube has already been a part of my daily life since I learned many things about it. The good thing here is that it is free and you just need to have a data subscription so that you can easily enjoy surfing on the site. It is really good fro those people that want to learn some new knowledge about everything.

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Youngshark

Youngshark

It is also part of my lifestyle through various videos both educational and for fun. I cannot spend a single day without logging in and getting to catch up with my favorite subscriptions. It also helps to pass time at certain periods.

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focusedwriter10

focusedwriter10

I agree with you. Just visit the websites on photography and you will be able to learn a lot of things. YouTube also has a lot of videos to tutor you about photography.

Photography websites and YouTube are the best. As a beginner, you might not have the cash to buy books or pay for courses. These are the best.

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vinaya

vinaya

When you search online you will find a lot of photography tutorials and this might confuse you because you do not know where to go. In that case, you can try Lynda, which is a site to learn photography through online courses. You have to pay membership fees though.

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allyn2017

allyn2017

I agree with you, I also watch YouTube whenever I want to learn anything about photography. It is free and very helpful.

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stbrians

stbrians

If one wants to find an answer to nearly all subjects then the web is the friend. Having said that I think you can finr the best book on photography for begunners is online.

Why can't you check it out. I vouch for Complete Digital Photography

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vinaya

vinaya

I have a digital edition of Ben Long's Complete Digital Photography. The books was originally published in 2001 and still today it is one of the best books to learn photography. When you are trying photography for the first time, or want to enhance your skills, this books serves your purpose.

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beerthooyah

beerthooyah

I will definitely check Complete Digital Photography. This was the answer I needed on the other thread that I started.

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Youngshark

Youngshark

I prefer to watch videos since I have hyper visuals and understand things better when I see them. This means that I can browse for such stuff online especially on youtube or other sites that have video content. Everyone has a preference nonetheless and I would never impose mine on anyone.

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ElectorAlexande

ElectorAlexande

Yea I think video content teaches more better than the book does, because you will have the opportunity to watch as it is being done and also practice the same way but if you make use of book online, when a word you don't understand so being used you will check the dictionary and may not be able to understand the procedure better, YouTube is the best option for that.

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Youngshark

Youngshark

You can see what the individuals teaching are doing as they issue instructions and it will become easier for you to follow up. With time you will have made a great photographer just because you appreciate the power of visual learning. Books should not be disregarded nonetheless.

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nrnlss

nrnlss

I agree with you, I think because I am not good with using my imagination so I need the visual in order to gets the instructions and YouTube has a lot of videos on how to get good photos.

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Youngshark

Youngshark

Yeaah plus when you see the quality of pictures that result as they are being taken you will be amazed even more making you want to follow all the instructions and create just as great a picture. This is always the best method of taking lessons on photography my friend.

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cmoneyspinner

cmoneyspinner

I am clueless when it comes to photography. But surely there must be a book on this list that will suit your needs.

10 Best Photography Books for Beginners and 20 More to Consider
https://photodoto.com/photography-books-for-beginners/

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superlicca

superlicca

For me, the best source of information about photography is some websites or Youtube videos that can teach you basic information about photography. But if there is a book, it would be The Art of Photography: An Approach to Personal Expression. I never tried reading this book but I have a friend who read this and this is the book that he recommends. This book is good for a beginner, intermediate, and advanced photographer.

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vinaya

vinaya

If you want to rely on online information for learning photography, I think Lynda and Behind the Shutter are two great websites. While you have to pay in order to access photography courses on Lynda, you can get many free stuffs on Behind the Shutter. I have subscribed to Behind the Shutter newsletter and I get photography tips delivered to my inbox.

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anyone01

anyone01

Photography as an artwork desires each training and practice. Studying article, ebooks and viewing films online are all awesome area to get began with growing your interest in photography into something more serious. However, photography is complicated and need a specialized ability and also you need to relied on sources that you may depend on to take ahead step as a professional photographer. This is in which books come in. I recommend this book by Bruce Barnbaum "The Art of Photography"

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jaybee19

jaybee19

I'm not a professional photographer and it's just a hobby of mine but I have gathered a list of some essential books every photographer must read which I would like to read in the future. These are the ff. titles:

1. Understanding Exposure by Bryan Peterson
2. Tony Northrup's Dslr Book: How to Create Stunning Digital Photography
3. The Digital Photography Book Volume 2 by Scott Kelby
4. The Creative Digital Darkroom by Katrin Eismann and Sean Duggan
5. The Hot Shoe Diaries by Joe McNally
6. Collins Complete Photography Course by John Garrett
7. The Photographer's Story: The Art of Visual Narrative by Michael Freeman
8. The Digital Photography Handbook: An Illustrated Step-by-step Guide by Doug Harman
9. The Lens: A Practical Guide for the Creative Photographer by N.K. Guy
10. The Art of Photography: An Approach to Personal Expression by Bruce Barnbaum

credits to: https://www.creativeboom.com/resources/10-essential-books-every-photographer-must-read/

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Youngshark

Youngshark

Nice books. I have actually copypasted the post to deliver to a friend who is so much into photography and they actually do not mind reading to broaden their mind and sharpen their skills.

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jaybee19

jaybee19

Thanks. You're such a good friend. These books can totally help your friends because some of them have detailed explanations and instructions that will definitely help someone who wants to improve his/her skills in photography.

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theresajane

theresajane

Wow! This is such a helpful comment for those who are interested in photography books.

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theresajane

theresajane

I am not a professional photographer or anything like that, but I do have interest in photographed sceneries. I always google images of such and make them as my wallpapers. I serve them as inspiration so I can also take pictures of places where I travel.

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NerdIndeed

NerdIndeed

I'd instead go for online courses rather than books. If ever I need to learn something online, I immediately head over to Udemy to check out their list of courses. Prices go for as low as $11.99 and in my honest opinion, it's worth the price.

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amelia88

amelia88

I'm more of a course person myself too. I find it easier to learn by doing, rather than learn by reading. Wherever possible I recommend doing courses in person, too. For some people depending on where they live, online might be the only option, but I like having an expert there who can literally show me in person what to do. Plus I like being able to ask questions directly!

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NerdIndeed

NerdIndeed

I do agree with you on the fact that learning in person is the better thing to do. But of course, to do that, you need to free up your schedule and have some time to attend the classes. If not, and you want to learn on demand when you feel like it, having an online course will surely come in handy.

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amelia88

amelia88

Yes, I don’t even know if where I live right now has in-person courses available anywhere. I think if you live in a big city then you’d be able to find one easily but that’s not the case for me right now.

I do think that it’s hard fitting in with in person class times though, like you said. A lot of online courses have much more flexible modes of delivery, which is helpful in today’s fast paced society.

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jayjaydimson

jayjaydimson

There's a lot of books digital online, you don't need to buy one be practical, there's also a video on Youtube that you can watch to be professional on photography.

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theresajane

theresajane

I agree with you. With the widespread availability if the internet and with the ideas of people who like to share, people like aspiring photographers can learn anytime. Different tutorials are readily available for everyone on different sites and there's no hindering us from learning. We just have to be practical, just like you said.

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edencaga

edencaga

Actually there are many ways on how to learn basic Photography. Either you can search it on web or in youtube. You may want to sign up in udemy or skillshare. There are various lessons and tutorials there as long as you avail their premium. In Skill share you will just have to pay $0.99 dollars for 2 months and you may want to unsubscribe after you avail there premium.

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Bravosi

Bravosi

Hey there dear friend!

I just have to recommmend you Complete Digital Photography, it's a great book for beginners. Personally, it thought me a lot. Many things I know nowadays are from that book. They offer you to learn not just the basics, but the advanced knowledge as well.

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jpk0007

jpk0007

Well, thank you all for your precious contributions to my post. There is so much information available here in your answers that it will not only be helpful for me but also help in guiding a lot of other readers who may read this post. I agree that there are a lot of very good websites that have been recomended you and i will most certainly try to go through them. On the other hand there are a lot of very good books which can be helpful to learn the basics of photography.Both of these sources will help all newbies like me who want to learn photography.

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theresajane

theresajane

Yes, I agree with you. I myself am a reader of this thread and have also learned a lot too.

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