Photography Tools and Resources – What’s in My Camera Bag
Whats In My Camera Bag?
I get asked so often “Whats In Your Camera Bag?” or “What kind of camera should I buy?” or “How do I start a photography business?” or “What is the very first lens I should buy?” These questions are some of the most often that I hear on a weekly basis. It can be very overwhelming with so much information out there. My very best piece of advice is just start right where you are. Just get a camera you can afford and start learning absolutely everything you can about shooting in MANUAL mode. That means you are making every single decision and NOT your camera. I promise you that you are way smarter than your camera is!
Don’t fall into the trap of believing that just because someone has a really “nice” camera that automatically means they can take really great pictures. That would be just like saying that if a chef had a really great top of the line oven, then he automatically could be able to make incredible food. Anyone can create amazing photos with any kind of gear, just like a great cook can make incredible food with whatever is available to him/her.
I am completely self taught. I’ve never taken a formal photography class but that hasn’t stopped me from learning like crazy. There are a million resources on line and I have taken a few online courses – they can be a HUGE help. Amy and Jordan Demos as well as Katelyn James are some photographers I really admire!! Here is a helpful list of all my gear and tools and resources. I’ve been investing in my business for eleven years now so you definitely can start with much less and work your way towards the gear you one day dream of!
PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT:
Camera Bodies
Canon 5D Mark IV – main camera
Canon 5D Mark II – back up camera
Lenses
Lens Hoods
Flashes & Lighting
Canon 600 EX-RT Speedlite (x 2)
Memory Cards
Camera Bags & Accessories
Kamrette Signature Camera Strap
Amazon Basics Backpack for DSLR Cameras
Expo Disc 82 mm 2.0 White Balance Filter
Canon Battery Grip for 5D Mark IV
Computers & Storage
Seagate Backup Plus 4TB Portable External Hard Drive (replace annually)
Software and Photo Delivery
Much Love,
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HEATHER IS AN AWARD WINNING professional dance AND PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER since 2007. SHE HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED, AWARDED AND PUBLISHED IN THE FOLLOWING PUBLICATIONS AND MORE.
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