Ep 65. The One Lens Every Photographer Should Start With And Why It's So Underrated

Not sure which camera lens to buy first? In this episode of The Female Soulpreneurs, surf photographer Leo and portrait photographer Nami talk about the one lens every photographer should start with: the 50mm f/1.8, often called the "nifty fifty." It's affordable, lightweight and great in low light, and it's the only lens Leo uses for her surf photography.This episode is for you if…You're a beginner photographer and don't know which lens to buy first (or you don't want to spend thousands)Your photos struggle in low light and you can't get that dreamy, blurry background (bokeh)You shoot surf photography, portrait photography, or both and want one lens that does it allYou keep thinking new camera gear will make you a better photographerYou want to travel light and keep your photography kit simple In this episode we cover:The best beginner lens for photographers, and why the 50mm f/1.8 is so underratedWhy a 50mm prime lens is great for surf photography in the waterWhy the 50mm f/1.8 is perfect for women's portrait and maternity photographyWhen it's time to upgrade to an f/1.4 or f/1.2 lens, a zoom, a fisheye or a wide angle Plus a weekly recap: our visit to Te Whaanga Retreat, a live Spark community call, dinner at Isobar, good surf in Raglan, goddess and maternity shoots, and our latest matcha delivery.Our message: you have permission to keep it simple. Start with a 50mm f/1.8 and learn to really see. Join us in Noosa! Our next women's photography workshop is on 28 November in Noosa, and we're celebrating Leo's birthday too. Spots are limited⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✨ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Noosa (Australia) workshop in November here