Hey everyone. Recently I have decided to pick up photography because I have been very bored and this was something that seemed to interest me, so why the hell not. Where and how do you recommend a beginner start? Looking for any references such as websites with tutorials, documentation, etc.

Thanks!

Wow, I feel dumb. Just saw the photography for beginners sticky right after posting this >.<
Still feel free to post any personally preferred websites and what not

Those stickies are quite old, though. You could still make this topic if you wanted to, I am sure.

http://www.dpreview.com/

more information than u could ever swallow in a year lol

get a dslr or point & shoot that has manual mode, do some tutorials and learn to shoot on manual / aperture / shutter speed
decide what you like photographing
post them here and/or other sites for tips
mainly just have fun and enjoy it

so many good sites out there



this is certainly 1of them

If you're looking for a setup I have one I'm selling.

Alright. Thanks for the replies.