This tutorial is designed to help familiarize you with photographic terms, concepts and equipment, as well as discussing the techniques used for good photography. Reading each section will give you some insight and ideas that you can apply to your own photo sessions.

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Camera Types

Compact, SLR, and Digital

Film Types

 35mm and APS

Film Speed

100, 200, 400,...

Exposure

Shutter speed, focus, aperture

Lighting & Flash Photography

Indoor and outdoor lighting, flash use

Composition

Contrast, Rule of Thirds, point of view

Photography Tips

Suggestions to improve your photos