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Hello, .

How many takes does it take to make a picture? 

Of course, the answer is one.

Let me rephrase the question, though.

How many takes does it take to make a picture that a photographer is happy with?

The answer isn't simple now because it depends on the photographer's skill level. 

I ask the photographers to make a picture at the beginning of my classes so I can observe how they work. 

Nearly all of them take multiple pictures until they feel they have a good picture, and even then, they're not happy with it, but it's "good enough." 

My job is to help photographers be picture makers, not picture takers, by familiarizing them with camera operation, composition, and light so they can confidently make the best pictures possible the first time. No more taking multiple images until you get one you're okay with. 

Depending on the group class or private lesson(s) length, we'll cover what the time allows. But no matter the class length, everyone walks away knowing and understanding more than they did before we started working. 

The Introduction To Photography group class, or the private lesson version of it, is the lengthiest class I offer.

After the class, the attending photographers have a solid foundation and understanding of camera operation, composition, and light. On top of that, they've acquired the skills and techniques that'll allow them to get the picture right the first time.

That's right, one and done.

When the class is over, they have the skills and techniques to be happy with their work on the first go because they understand what they're doing while working their camera intentionally and thoughtfully in manual exposure mode to make the best possible pictures.  

Get your picture right the first time; the Introduction To Photography classes scheduled for March is now open for registration. Other scheduled group classes are below.

Smaller classes mean better learning, so no more than five participants and me are in each class. 

But smaller classes also mean spots fill up quicker. 

And remember, we learn and improve by doing, so practice making at least one picture daily. 

That's all for now; thanks for reading! 
Sam

I'll help you be a better photographer—study and practice photography with me. 

And what if the timing doesn't work for you in any of my scheduled group classes? If that's the case, let's schedule a one-time lesson or a series of in-person or online private instruction that covers the same things as my group classes. 

Ways to work with me are listed below.