For photography, grab a digital SLR, you can take lovely shots of the moon and milky way etc. with just the camera mounted on the back of the scope or on a tripod.
Astrophotography of Nebulae and Planets and galaxies etc. costs big bucks and years of learning, the DOB you are looking at, and a DSLR to be able to take some sky shots, do star trails, capture the moon and use as a normal camera during the day to get into photography is a great place to start.
GOTO dobs aren't all that expensive now, and may be worth a look if you can afford it, as it does make finding things to look at a whole lot easier.
Also, my absolute best astro purchase ever was a second hand ski-suit for $28. I look like a tool, but I slip it on over my clothes and can sit outside all night in comfort in the coldest weather
I found a Binoviewer a fantastic accessory too as it lets you peruse the objects using both eyes, a whole lot more fun and much more comfortable way to view.
Whatever you get, grabbing Stellarium for your laptop or PC (Mac or Windows or Linux) or Star Walk for your i-device (Iphone, Ipod Touch, Ipad) is a great way to find objects in the sky and know what you are looking at.
Enjoy!