Basic Digital Photography
Getting Started
Get started with these basic digital photography tutorials. Before you get started with the tutorials check out the glossary pages to get a basic understanding of the vocabulary used in digital photography. Then move on to tutorials that will introduce your to basic photography concepts so you can begin taking better pictures.
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Digital Photography Terms
Digital Photography Vocabulary - To understand the tutorials on this site completely you need to understand some common terms used in digital photography. Learn the definitions of these words in this digital photography glossary.
More Photography Terms - Are you ready to learn more now? Here are some more digital photography terms.
Aperture - Aperture is a term you'll hear quite a bit, but do you really know how it affects your photos? Answer the question What is Aperture?
ISO - Your camera ISO setting controls your camera's sensitivity to light and also affects your picture quality. Discover the answer to this question. What is ISO?
Beginner's Tutorials
Now that you understand some of the basic terms used when talking about taking pictures you are ready to start learning some photography techniques.
Getting to Know Your Camera - Find out what setting on your camera do and when to turn auto mode off and set it manually. This page specifically discusses flash, white balance, and focus. Find out more about these tips for beginner digital photography
Digital Camera Settings - Learn more about the settings on your camera. This article covers aperture, ISO, exposure bracketing, and histograms. Click here for more about digital camera settings.
Using Automatic Settings - Don't think that using he automatic settings on your camera make you less of a photographer. There are times when using automatic settings will help you get the picture your want. Find out more by reading this digital photography advice.
Understanding Shutter Speed - When you're learning basic digital photography knowing about shutter speed is important. On this page find out about adjusting your camera's shutter speed. This page also has two tutorials that show you examples of pictures you can take once you know how to adjust your shutter speed. Find out more by reading this on the learning digital photography page.
Digital Camera Tips - Find out how to get the most out of your camera by setting your ISO and white balance manually. Learn about the importance of setting your camera to photography in high resolution and the basics about how to compose a photograph. Find out more from these digital camera tips.
Light, Flash, and Composition - Photography is based on light. Knowing how to use light ot your advantage will help you get great pictures. Find out about light and compositon in basic digital photography on this digital photography 101 page.
Understanding Lens Flare - You've probably seen lens flare in some of your pictures. This article will explain what it is, why it happens and how you can avoid it. It also explains how to put flare in your pictures too. Read this article to start understanding lens flare.
Basic Composition Tips - Do you know what The Golden Hour is? Find out here. You'll also learn about the importance of simplicity in your pictures. Click here for digital photography tips for beginners
More Composition Tips - Find out some more basic guidelines about how to improve the composition of your photography. beginner's photographic composition tips
The Rule of Thirds - This basic digital photography rule of composition is usually one of the first things taught in a photography class. Find out more about The Rule of Thirds.
Getting Prints - Find out about the different options you can use when you want to print your digital pictures. Click here to find out more about digital photography developing.
Backing Up Your Photos - It's important to backup your pictures so you don't lose them. Find out how to backup photos.
Packing Your Camera Bag - Ever wonder what exactly you should carry in your camera bag? Here are ten essentials that you should keep in your SLR camera bag.
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