How I Study Photography

1. Study the Basics.

Exposure Triangle

• Aperture
• Shutter Speed
• ISO

this is the base of photography.
in 2025, the triangle has changed.
ISO is now a setting that can be fixed in post (editing).
Aperture and shutter speed are still important.

2. Take Photos.

I take photos of everything.
I take photos everyday.
I take photos of things that interest me.

3. Edit Photos.

I use software to edit my photos.
I crop, adjust exposure, contrast, and color.

4. Share Photos.

Print them, share them, and get feedback.

5. Go to a Museum.

I visit photography museums and galleries. I study the work of other photographers. I get inspired by different styles and techniques.

some techniques I like:

• long exposure ( ansel adams, edward weston)
• black and white ( ansel adams, robert capa)
• street photography ( henri cartier-bresson, robert frank )

6. Read Books.

I read books about photography.
I read books about the history of photography.
I read books about the techniques of photography.

some techniques I like:

• composition ( rule of thirds, leading lines, framing )
• lighting ( natural light, artificial light, golden hour )
• color theory ( complementary colors, analogous colors, monochromatic )

7. Practice, Practice, Practice.

I take photos regularly.
I experiment with different techniques.
I learn from my mistakes.

8. Join a Community.

I join photography communities.
I share my work and get feedback.
I learn from others and get inspired.

9. Keep Learning.

Self-study is important.

Keep up with the latest trends and techniques, or don't.

Love.