An good photography talent?

Question

I am 14 and I like photography....never taken a class or anything.....

I'm working with a 5 megapixel digital camera (sony cyber-shot)

http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u286/charisalexandra/?action=view¤t=edit4.jpg

http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u286/charisalexandra/?action=view¤t=edit5.jpg

http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u286/charisalexandra/?action=view¤t=DSC01654.jpg

http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u286/charisalexandra/?action=view¤t=DSC01655.jpg

http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u286/charisalexandra/?action=view¤t=DSC07722copy.jpg

http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u286/charisalexandra/?action=view¤t=DSC07720copy.jpg

http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u286/charisalexandra/?action=view¤t=flower.jpg

http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u286/charisalexandra/?action=view¤t=graduation.jpg

any tips on how to improve?

Answer 1

There's some talent there, I think. You've got a natural eye for what makes a good shot and that's rare. Now, get the education you need to continue to improve, learn the art of photography, and hone your skills. Don't be one of those folks that rely way too heavily on PhotoShop to make your shots. If your goal is someday to be a pro, learn all about how to use film and digital.

For being only 14, I'm impressed with some of your shots and I don't tell that to very many people at all.

Good luck.

Answer 2

Talent, oh yes!! You seem to have an eye for composition that a lot of people with a lot more experience dream of. Take some basic classes if they're available. If that seems out of reach right now, get some basic books on photography (the "For Dummys books work well for me). I'm not sure how easy the Cybershot is to use in the manual mode, but that will help when you figure out what Depth of Field is. Since you're 14, I have to disagree with the folks that recommend using a film camera. Unless your folks are rolling in money, it can be very expensive to take the quantity of photos you need to get lots of practice. An entry level digital SLR ( Canon Rebel or Nikon equivalent) with the kit lens will be a lot cheaper in the long run because you won't need to develope everything you shoot. This type of camera will allow you to work on the Depth of Field (DOF) as the people mention in the pictures of the girl. In the one of the winter scene, DSC07722copy, a little cropping, either when the image was made (preferred) or in whatever photo program you use (last option) would remove the section of the road showing in the lower left corner which is distracting from an otherwise great photography. Just keep shooting, look at photos you like and figure out why you like then, then shoot to achieve the same effect, or create your own style. Keep shooting and let us see more of your stuff.
Rob

Answer 3

You are doing great for not having any training. You definitely have an "eye" for photography. There are some simple things you can do to quickly improve your images (with the camera you have - photography is about capturing an image -not having the most expensive gear).

Know the limitations and abilities of your camera (read the manual completely)

Learn about the basics of photography such as the (http://photography.about.com/od/takingpictures/ig/Rule-of-Thirds/index.htm) Rule of Thirds, (http://photography.about.com/od/takingpictures/ss/DOF.htm) Depth of Field, and everything else you can find about photography.

Learning how to compose your image (where to put the subject in the frame) will help you fine-tune your natural eye. Learning about things like depth of field will help you capture the image that you imagine. Knowing your camera's capabilities will let you know how to apply the information you read to your camera.

Photography is something you never start learning about. I've been involved in photography for around 30 years and the best piece of advice I ever received on the subject came from a photojournalist about a year ago. He said "if you see it in the viewfinder - you missed it".

Best of luck!
~Liz
http://photography.about.com

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Yes, your pictures are good for a beginner. But, there is alot more to photography that just pointing and shooting. You have to incorporate the right amount of light and have the right shutter speed. To be a truly extraordinary photographer takes alot of practice and natural ability, which you have. So take some classes and learn new things!

Answer 6

The little girl looks out of focus to me. For your macro ones you need more depth of field IMO. Overall you have some nice photos.

I agree with the ones who suggested a photography class using a film camera.

Answer 7

they are pretty good. I like the one of the graduation. Stay away from film, your too young to be wasting money on it. You should try to update your camera. Get an entry level camera like a nikon D40. i think thats all you need to do. You seem have everything elseunder control

Answer 8

The little girl pictures are great. The other ones are pretty good too, you've got some real talent.

I agree you should try to come away from digital and give the darkroom a try.

Answer 9

Those are awesome! I loved the first one with the little girl. I think you have got some talent girl! I don't have any tips for you to improve because i think those are fantastic! I think you should submit some of them on Picture.com You can win thousands of $ and you have talent!