Average Time it Takes to Learn Photography Some people pick up the basic skills in as little as 6 months, but most take 2 or 3 years to become skillful. To achieve mastery, you will likely need to study for 10-12 years.

Photography is the art of producing an image by recording light with a camera.

“Wow, these look beautiful!” A photographer will love to hear your instant reaction to how their pic made you feel. “This pic is stunning!” “You really know how to capture the perfect moment.” “I'm blown away by how these look!