100 tips from a professional photographer

[cayto]

85. Have fun while taking photos.

Thats it :thumbup:

Everything is much easier when we are having fun with it....

 

[TheKenTurner]

I really like "78. The best photographs tell stories that begs the viewer for more.", something I never really thought about.

What does "48. Take straight photos." mean?

-Ken Turner

 

[TechArtist]

92. Don't be afraid to take photos in the rain.


last few weeks I had been putting off a few shoots because of the rain, then I got the idea (im know its been done milllions of times) to go ahead and shoot in the rain with an umbrella with my flashes to catch the rain etc. and since I thought of it, it hasnt rained or came close to raining since.

I haven't attempted shooting in the rain yet, however I would love too. Water and electronics dont mix

I've actually been trying to find a good, and rather inexpensive, way to get a housing for my camera because I love shooting severe weather and downpours. I used to stand outside my door with my small P&S all the time and photograph the weather. Also, I wouldn't trust an umbrella, at least in any kind of good downpour.

 

[chuasam]

The list has nothing to do with professional photography.
For a professional photographer:
#1. always make sure the client can pay (learned from bounced cheques).
#2. always have a contract to cover everyone's collective asses
#3. always retain your rights...unless they pay a LOT for it
#4. back up... back up... back up
#5. always work with best team you can get