Choosing Equipment :

Every photographer builds an arsonel of equipment threw time. The key is to find out what works and get rid of the pieces that hinder your success. The biggest mistake newbie's make is to drag every peice of equipment they own to an event. Lugging and fumbling with equipment in the field will cost you lost shots and make you look unprofessional. Be practical. Study what the competition is using. You'll meet guys that are novices and pro's alike. Remember a piece of bad advice is just as bad as bum equipment. Ask what they like or don't like. As you build relationships with the fellow photog's they'll confide in you. Take advantage of this opportunity for a free education. You'll learn things not covered in college text books.