What Kind of Training Do Photographers Need?
“Hi, I’m Reg Wilkins and today we’re going to be talking about training to become a photographer. Becoming a professional photographer requires a good eye, a creative mind, and a solid knowledge of the technology used in the field of photography. For example, and understanding of light, and composition. And being able to develop your own film and do your own printing is enormously helpful. In the growing field of digital photography, it’s also helpful to be computer savvy, and have a good grasp of digital technology. To become a professional photographer, it does not necessarily require that you obtain a special certificate or degree, but it is preferred. You can earn a degree in fine arts or photojournalism, and so on. There are many photography schools and classes that offer training. It is highly recommended that you have some classroom experience, and beyond that, that you work as an apprentice or assistant to a professional photographer. It is a much more competitive field out the
