101 Tips To Improve Your Photography
by Chris Marquardt
chris@tipsfromthetopfloor.com
www.tipsfromthetopfloor.com
Initial revision: August 2006
Last update: February 2008
Foreword
Okay okay, it’s not exactly 101 items in here, more like 54 65 to be honest, but 101 sounded so much nicer 
And 101 is the actual goal. I consider this work-in-progress, so expect this list to grow and finally reach the magic 101!
General
1. Instant feedback. One of the most important tools that you get with a digital camera is the display on its back. Make use of the instant feedback that it provides you with. Review your shots and learn from your mistakes right after you have taken a picture. There’s no need to wait a week until your pictures are developed.
2. Don’t fall for the megapixel hype. Especially with digital point-and-shoot cameras, a higher megapixel count often results in more noise in your images. 5 megapixels are enough for most situations. Having that said, as camera sensors and in-camera processing get better over time, this might change.
3. Learn from others. Make use of web sites like Flickr or DeviantArt or the Forum at tips from the top floor to share your images and receive feedback from others. Admittedly, some of the feedback that you will receive won’t help you (”nice shot”) , but there are many seasoned photographers out there who are happy to provide you with meaningful critique.
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