hi guy
I am a Canon user
I am finding a mentor that can teach me how take a good photo hope someone can teach me thank you
from melvin
Welcome (again) Melvin,
You could start by writing a little 'resume' and describe yourself and your background (DON'T divulge private info on a public forum though), what areas of photographic experience you have and what you want to learn/achieve, as well as what sort of mentor you're looking for and what sort of arrangement you're comfortable with.
Such a post could be posted up in the services wanted section I guess, or continued here.
Sometimes, if two people can click, you might get a mentor FOC (yeah ... the magic word in SG!).
Sometimes, it might be better to pay for services of a professional individual or go to private photography classes organized by many individuals as well as businesses, and other times, do a barter trade (exchange the mentoring for your time and services).
Only you can determine what sort of deal works best for you, but do consider the pros and cons of each approach. (Almost) nothing if free in life ...
Ultimately, you would want your choice to be based on several factors (in no particular order):
1) How good a photographer is the candidate?
2) How willing to share is the candidate?
3) How good an educator is the candidate? Many who are great at doing may be quite horrendous at teaching.
4) How sounds is the candidate's technical knowledge?
5) How well do the two of you get along?
6) Do you share a similar photographic/artistic vision?
7) Can the two of you come up with a viable working arrangement that's comfortable to both?
I'm sure other members can add on to the list.
But first, have you read ALL your equipment manuals and at least a book on understanding the basics of light (in photography)? It's not about ED or L lenses, nor the latest and greatest bodies or flash, but
it's ALL about LIGHT!
If not, I strongly recommend a visit to your local library.
At least that would show possible mentors a good attitude and willingness to do the necessary research and leg-work.
Be patient in your search - the quality of your education may be a direct reflection of your thoroughness in your search ... and patience.
All the best and have a great adventure with photography!