How to Take Photos Like a Professional 

Matthew Jones

I am a professional photographer  and earn my living through photography.  Even after many years in the industry I am still learning.  I am just a bit further along than most people.

Wether you are at the begging of your journey or some way along it this blog will help you move in the right direction and maybe even help you to take photographs like a professional photographer.

Introduction

There is no step by step guide, no magic bullet, you can't just go out and buy the best DSLR or flagship mirrorless camera and most powerful Apple Mac computer and expect instant results.  However there are things you can do to right now to improve your photography and over time you will develop your abilities. 

First Steps to Better photography - Get to know your camera better

Long Exposure and symmetrical composition

Before you start thinking about light, compositions you should get to know your camera a little better.  You can do this right now in your home or office.

Step 1 - Clean the lens

The first to do is make sure your lens is clean, especially if you are using your phone.  The lens is possibly the most important single piece if equipment.  I always advice to prioritise your budget equally between your lens and camera body.

Step 2 - Explore your camera settings.

I often hear there amateur photographers and leaners say there's are so many features in my new camera and become overwhelmed.  The truth is while some focus tracking settings can be daunting even for a professional photographer, the basic are pretty simple once you under stand some basic concepts.