PHOTOGRAPHY IS AN ART

1. PHOTOGRAPHY
Introduction to Photography
This introduction to photography is written for beginners, with several tips and suggestions
to take your skills as far as possible. However, writing an introduction to photography is like
writing an introduction to words; as amazing and important as it is, photography can be
almost limitlessly complex. What separates inspiring photographs from ordinary ones, and
how can you improve the quality of your own work? This article lays a foundation to answer
to those questions and more.
What Is Photography
Photography is the art of capturing light with a camera, usually via a digital sensor or film,
to create an image. With the right camera equipment, you can even photograph
wavelengths of light invisible to the human eye, including UV, infrared, and radio.
The first permanent photograph was captured in 1826 (some sources say 1827) by
Joseph Nicéphore Niépce in France. It shows the roof of a building lit by the sun. You can
see it reproduced below

2. What is the purpose of photography
The purpose of photography can vary depending on what the photographer is trying to
achieve. For example, documentary and news photographers capture images for the
purpose of providing detailed account of actual events, while hobbyist photographers aim
to capture life moments with their families and friends.
What is the most common type of photography
There are a number of photography genres that are very popular today. These include
portrait, landscape, architecture, fashion, food, sports, wildlife, macro, street, event and
documentary photography.

3. What equipment do I need as a beginner photographer
If you are just starting out in photography, all you need is a camera that you are
comfortable with. The rest of photography equipment is going to be based on your needs.
For example, if you want to do landscape photography, you will need a number of different
lenses, a tripod and filters. For portrait photography, you will need to invest in a good
portrait lens and potentially some lighting equipment.
What is a genre in photography
A photography “genre” is a type of photography, such as landscape photography, portrait
photography, wildlife photography, etc.
How can I learn photography
You can learn photography from many books and online resources. A lot of information
related to photography can be obtained for free in the forms of articles and videos. This
article is a part of photography basics series, which is provided by Photography Life for free
to everyone.