To be able to make it as a professional photographer and to begin to sell your services, you have to have a portfolio, and becoming a photographer’s assistant is a great way in achieving this, the bonus is that you also get to understand how they run their business and the equipment they use.

There may be certain rules and stipulations that come with each photographer; some may not pay you for use of your photographs, even if they are sold to a customer or client. Others may have rules when they are working, perhaps not taking photographs when they are, as it can distract them.

Always chose a photographer that you aspire to be like. If you want to start you own wedding photography business, you should search through various websites and find a wedding photographer whose work you love, and preferably a wedding photographer who has created a successful business.

There’s no wrong way to become a professional photographer, but the most common first step is becoming a photography assistant, and there are plenty of opportunities out there if you search hard enough.