Can self-study really become a photographer? What should I do (in detail)? Thank you.

For beginners, it is very important to accept systematic knowledge at the beginning and avoid detours. Of course, you can buy books and sign up for online courses to do this. Then there is constant practice and consolidation. Looking back on my path of learning photography, there are roughly several aspects of knowledge changes:

1, primary stage: mainly the basic parameters and operation of the camera, as well as composition skills.

2. Mid-term: mainly shooting actual combat with different themes, and some common ideas for later retouching.

3. Now: pay more attention to pre-planning, be prepared to shoot specific themes, and consider more external factors such as scenes, lighting, clothing and makeup. It is a pursuit of "excellent products".

4, the future: in the study and practice, to form their own unique style and lens language, which is the only way to professional and proficient.