Chapter 1. Get Ready to Take Photos

Digital photography is a lot of fun. Because you can see your images as soon as you take the picture, anyone can take better pictures right from the start. You know immediately if you got the shot or not.

To get consistently better photos, it helps to get both you and your camera ready for taking pictures. Most people know that focusing the camera is important, but in many ways, it can be just as important to focus the photographer.

Choosing what and where to shoot is the first step that you must take before shooting. Read local newspapers, check out travel books, or browse online resources to find out what is happening in your area. You can find great photo opportunities at local fairs, botanical gardens, nature ...

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