Is there room for you to learn more about photography? (Page 4): Go to the PPA site and take the sample CPP (Certified Professional Photographer) test. Although it is more portrait...

Tomfl101 Loc: Mount Airy, MD

Go to the PPA site and take the sample CPP (Certified Professional Photographer) test. Although it is more portrait oriented it will give you an idea about what you need to know as a pro photographer. Having said that, and having scored very high on the actual exam, my actual photography needs more improvement than ever. The art and science continues to evolve. We all need continuing education and practice. The important thing is to never be satisfied.

Rich2236 Loc: E. Hampstead, New Hampshire

canon Lee wrote:

Take me for an example.... Ive been shooting professionally, ( I have clients that pay me. Its my PROfession), for a very long time, that being said, I don't know it all, and run across situations that are new to me and it forces me to update my understanding of photography. There are those here that seem to know everything, and yet from their comments its apparent that there is yet more room for learning.

I too have been shooting professionally, (professionally meaning I have made money) for years and yet, like you, canon Lee, I don't and never will "know it all." I am constantly learning. Which keeps me young, (mentally) so, at this rate, lol, I will NEVER grow old.
Rich...
BTW, I am 81 years young.

bull drink water Loc: pontiac mi.

i'm 79 and I everything I do, there is still more for me to learn.

bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY

canon Lee wrote:

Take me for an example.... Ive been shooting professionally, ( I have clients that pay me. Its my PROfession), for a very long time, that being said, I don't know it all, and run across situations that are new to me and it forces me to update my understanding of photography. There are those here that seem to know everything, and yet from their comments its apparent that there is yet more room for learning.

Any day you don't learn something is a complete waste,

quoting somebody but I don't remember who, Bob.

LensWork

One that thinks they know it all is doomed to never continue learning, therefore they can truly never know it all.

Retina Loc: Near Charleston,SC

canon Lee wrote:

Take me for an example.... Ive been shooting professionally, ( I have clients that pay me. Its my PROfession), for a very long time, that being said, I don't know it all, and run across situations that are new to me and it forces me to update my understanding of photography. There are those here that seem to know everything, and yet from their comments its apparent that there is yet more room for learning.

My favorite fortune cookie note besides "That really wasn't chicken" is "Truth has no value to the man who knows all." I assume the question includes the artistic aspects of photography. Thes are naturally without limit. As far as the technical aspects, such as composition, lighting, metering, focus, aperture, choice of media, etc., true masters are not too proud to learn from others in how these can be applied. They did not get to where they are in a vacuum and probably appreciate learning more than most. If they do claim to know it all, it is probably hollow. I doubt we even know anyone who claims they have learned it all despite any claims of authority. I just appreciate those who have more experience than I do in an area of interest and are kind enough to share it, even if they feel no need to continue expanding their own skills based on their stage of life, the size of their lens locker, or their current wealth. They probably learn all the time without actually realizing it.

good2gonc Loc: Greater Raleigh, NC Metro Area

He who does not learn something new with every endeavor he attempts is both a fool and a poor student. I have been shooting photos for probably 55 or 60 years and I am still learning. By the way, I need some advice on ND filters.

wds0410 Loc: Nunya

Whuff wrote:

Since I’m self taught I had an idiot for a teacher. And I took it up just 6 years ago so I’m really just a beginner compared to a lot of folks here. I figure I might have learned about 1/2 of 1 percent already. I spent the month of January learning PS Elements which taught me that I’m a slow learner.

Walt

DirtFarmer Loc: Escaped from the NYC area, back to MA

Retina wrote:

My favorite fortune cookie note besides "That really wasn't chicken" is "Truth has no value to the man who knows all."...

My favorite fortune cookie note is:
"You are a total loser who seeks advice from bakery products"

b roll wanabee

Learning is lifelong.
Execution is always inconsistent for me.

I tried and failed just yesterday. I had a low light situation and wanted to do a long exposure on a tripod with my remote trigger.
Stale batteries. No fresh ones in my giant bag of stuff.

Just assembling a dslr kit and getting it to function has been my favorite part of the journey for me so far. Tripods, mounts, lenses, computer, storage, post processing work flow.etc

So many little details just to do basic shots.
Every one important.

I am looking forward to learning about lighting.

wanderingbear Loc: San Diego

SUPER REPLY. I think there was some guy named Edison who I think was self taught and he did not turn out so bad

Retina Loc: Near Charleston,SC

DirtFarmer wrote:

My favorite fortune cookie note is:
"You are a total loser who seeks advice from bakery products"

That's a good one, better than the one about chicken.

gvarner Loc: Central Oregon Coast

Some of my best photos were taken back when I got my first SLR and was experimenting to see what it could do. That's probably the key to learning - experimenting and having curiosity. Now, all these decades later, I do less experimenting, have less curiosity, and therefore am learning less. I'll have to give that some more thought and figure out how to re-engage my curiosity, and perhaps by chance to start learning again.

williejoha

There is plenty of room in my upstairs. I learn something new every day. It's part of what makes life interesting and rewarding.
WJH

Picture Taker Loc: Michigan Thumb

Those are then Stagnant Photographers.