In order to become a photographer, you will have to meet the below provided criteria- Earn a degree first as Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photographyprograms generally focus on hands-on instruction in the technical and creative aspects of the visual art. Courses may include photography techniques, studio lighting, color theory, graphic design,digital photography and artwork critique.Also, Photographers interested in further developing their skills and advancing their careers may consider earning a master's degree.You can also participate in university level projects and can show your creative abilities as this will be the first door to exlpore the career opportunities.

Students generally develop their own curricula according to areas of interest and complete visual and written thesis projects based on their graduate studies. Thesis projects may be displayed in university exhibitions.Once you are done with all your educational requirement you can start building up your network and be consistent.

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Photography is a great hobby to pursue. If you are good at it, taking it up as a profession.There are a few things that you can analyse on your own which will help you to take your interest to a higher level:

learn the science of photography (Exposure, ISO, shutter speed, lens types, camera settings, white balance etc. & need to study Photography theoretically.

Read novels, write stories, painting etc. this way you can improve your creativity. Now try to picture what you want and shoot.

Flexibility : Need one of those cover shoots you see in magazines, well in order for that you need to step out of your comfort zone and become more flexible.

Post-processing: Shooting is just 40% of the job done, sorting out the perfect shot and editing it is the rest. Get to know about the software professionals use (Ligthroom, Photoshop)

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