The ultimate photography beginners' guide

Summary: Everything you need to master photography! At its simplest level, taking a picture is done to record an event or capture a memory; taking a selfie, or a snap of loved ones on holiday, perhaps. This is how most of us have been introduced to photography. Our camera phones have become our first point of contact with the world of photography and, for many, it can lead on to more creative pastures with the purchase of a more advanced device such as a Compact System Camera or a DSLR. There appears to be a lot of technical knowledge that must be learnt and terms that need to be understood. Don’t worry, photography is not nearly as complex and intimidating as you might think. Sure there are technical aspects, but with our help we hope to give you a solid grounding in all you need to know to use your camera with confidence and creativity.