In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, we delve into Photography Manifesto Rule #8: Community Is The Only External Source That Will Help You to Become A Better PhotographerYou'll learn the power of joining a photography community, gaining personalized resources and feedback, and how to focus on essential skills rather than relying on external sources, ultimately transforming your photography journey and helping you become a better photographer.Join the free and private Beginner Photography Podcast Communityhttps://beginnerphotopod.com/groupThe Big Ideas with Timestamps00:04:39 Seeking external sources to improve photography won't help.00:07:12 More information needed for accurate diagnosis.00:10:21 In-person learning fosters interactive and meaningful discussions.00:16:26 Unclear person's trustworthiness in variety of photography.00:17:35 Community: traditional social media, YouTube, blogs, podcasts00:21:17 Get trusted feedback on your creative work.00:26:32 Photographers learn challenges, strengths, and goals. Help each other overcome struggles.00:27:49 Community podcast supports personalized photography resources, accountability.00:34:24 Contribute to community, not just take knowledge.00:36:10 Seek community help for personalized editing advice.00:38:46 Information from one friend's different photography style isn't always useful. Large and small communities offer valuable connections and resources.00:43:04 Private, ad-free platform for group of photographers.00:46:04 Practice, community, and shooting are essential.

Connect with the Beginner Photography Podcast!

• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!