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Start Here: 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

November 21, 2021 Chris Sanchez

It’s that time of the year and we are here to spread some cheer!

At BPW, we want to help our students become more confident and skilled photographers. The holiday season is the perfect chance to get you or the photographer in your life some gear or experiences that will help achieve those aspirations. Beginners, pros, and everything in between, we have something in mind for everyone.

The following gift guide shares a couple of articles we wrote to give more details on how to choose and what to choose. If you want to get the complete breakdown and insight into our ideas, click the links below to check out the full articles.

Not to worry if you can’t get these items in time for the holidays, our gift certificates are the perfect gift idea for those in a hurry!


First Things First: Gear We Love - Cameras 2021

So you’re thinking about a camera, eh? Determining the best camera for you or your loved one will always require some reflection and consideration. It shouldn't come as a surprise that the answer to “what camera should I buy” isn't as straightforward as “click here”.

Well as luck would have it, we already compiled a list of helpful pointers to make this daunting task easier!

Read: Cameras we love

Next on deck: The gift of workshop experiences

Photo by: Javier Rivas Photography

Pinterest cheatsheets and youtube tutorials can be daunting and inconsistent to sift through. Classes are an excellent way to connect with our professional instructors and get deeper insight into your photography questions and goals. 

We’ve put together a list of online and in person workshops suitable for every photographer. From the day-one beginner, to the seasoned photographer, we’ve got something for everyone.

Read: the gift of workshop experiences

Last but not least: thoughtful gifts for the photographer in your circle.

Workshops? We got that. Gift certificates? We got that. But how about the ulltimate gift list for all kinds of photographers. Spoiler alert: we got that! From tripods to starter filter sets to even a digital photo-frame there is something for every photographer. Bonus points: we added it as an Amazon wish list.

Read: thoughtful gifts for the photographer in your circle

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At some point, most photographers run into the same feeling. You’re out with your camera, taking photos… but nothing really sticks. You get home, scroll through them, and think:

“These are fine… but why don’t they feel like anything?” That’s usually the moment where things start to shift.

You stop just taking photos of what’s in front of you—and start wondering how to make something out of it. If you’ve been curious about creative photography or how to tell more of a story with your images, this is a good place to start.

The good news is, you don’t need better gear or more technical knowledge. Most of the time, it comes down to how you approach what you’re photographing.

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It’s that time of year again when many photographers—new and experienced—start thinking about upgrading their camera gear. At the Boston Photography Workshops, we spend the entire year teaching with, testing, and talking about cameras, so when we publish this list, it’s grounded in real-world use, not just spec sheets.

One big change this year: prices. Between inflation, supply chain hiccups, and ongoing tariffs, camera prices have crept up across the board—and yes, that’s a bummer. Because of that, this year we’re recommending a mix of cameras you can buy new and cameras we strongly suggest looking for on the used market.

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..but we hope you’ll read the rest of our article to see how and why we chose these cameras, and why it matters to you!

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