Special offer – I will agree the start date for the course with the first three people to sign up.  Not only that but I am offering the course at the sale price of £169 to those first three people to sign up.

Is your camera stuck on “automatic”?  Do you want to learn how to get the best out of your camera?  Do you struggle with f-numbers, focal lengths, ISO setings? 

For 15 years I have been teaching photographers the essentials of digital photography, with tried and trusted teaching, exercises and giving feedback on students’ images.  This year, I’m revising and updating the course to make it available to photographers, no matter where they are in the world.

Course details

Download the course overview here. 

The course consists of eight modules over eight weeks – start date is to be announced shortly. 

Each week you will receive a series of training videos to watch, printed notes and an exercise to do to reinforce the topics we have looked at over that week. During the week you can watch the videos at a time and pace that suits you.  

When you have watched the videos complete the photographic exercise and send the image(s) to me for feedback. 

Each week there will be a weekly group zoom call with me where you can ask questions and get answers.  (It is intended that the zoom call will be on Sunday evenings, but depending on numbers joining the course and where they are in the world alternative times may also be available). The following modules make up the course.  

Module 1 – Composition & Point of View

Module 2 – Understanding Cameras and Lenses

Module 3 – “What the f ?!?” – Understanding f-numbers, aperture, shutter speed & ISO

Module 4 – Exposing Yourself – Understanding Camera Exposure

Module 5 – Understanding and Controlling the Light

Module 6 – Introduction Digital Image Management and Editing

Module 7 – Coping with Difficult Conditions and Bad Weather

Module 8 – Developing as a Photographer

FAQs

What sort of camera do I need?

The course is designed for mirrorless cameras, DSLRs, and bridge cameras.  You will need to be able to get your camera off ‘automatic’ to make best use of the course.  If you are unsure please contact me with the make/model of your camera and I can tell you if it is suitable.

How long are the videos?

Each module will have approximately 90mins worth of video – broken down into individual videos of about 10mins each in length so that you don’t have to watch everything in one go.

What if I don’t understand something in the video?

Hopefully, my explanations will be clear and this won’t arise.  But if it does then in the first instance I would suggest watching the section again, sometimes things will make more sense on a second viewing.  If you are still struggling after that then we can talk about it in the weekly zoom Q&A call – that’s what those calls are for.

Do I have to do each module in one week?

You will receive a new module each week, and I will encourage you to try to watch the videos and do the exercises in that particular week.  You will learn better by keeping the momentum going.  But we all know life gets in the way – and that’s the advantage of pre-recorded training – you can watch the videos when YOU have the time to do so.

What if I do miss a week?

That’s the beauty of video based training, you can watch when your schedule permits.  And if you are a week behind everyone else you will still get all the modules, and you will still get feedback on your images.

How many weeks will the weekly zoom Q&A calls go on for?

The last zoom Q&A call will be one week after the final module is sent out.  That’s one of the reasons why I will try to encourage you to keep in step with the course.

What if I can’t get my ‘homework’ done on time?

Obviously the ideal is for you to complete the exercises for one module before moving on to the next, as the exercises are designed to reinforce the lessons taught in the videos – however, if you need longer to get them done then take the time to do them – it is better that you do the exercise later than not do them at all.

How long after the end of the course can I still submit images for feedback?

Again the ideal is that you do the exercises alongside the modules they are for but I will continue to provide feedback on images from the exercises for up to six weeks after the course finishes.

How many times can I watch the videos?

The videos will continue to be available to you after the course is over – so if you ever need a refresher on any topic you can re-watch any of the videos.

Do you offer a money-back guarantee?

Yes (but you won’t need it!).  You can use module 1 as a taster.  If at any time before you receive module two, you decide the course isn’t for you, then please let me know and I will refund your full fee no questions asked.

Can I pay for the course in instalments?

This is not something I offer as standard.  There’s lots of reasons for this not least the difficulties in administering such a system.  Having said all that, I may sometimes offer this to individuals who have a specific need for it.  Feel free to ask me and I will review each request on a case by case basis.

Are there any discount codes available?

There might be – I do sometimes run offers particularly when a course is first announced.  Keep an eye on my websites, social media and newsletters. 

PS This is a new booking system for this event if you have any problems with it – please let me know.