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Using a complex camera like a DSLR or mirrorless camera allows for more depth of composition and expression than the cameras on our phones. 

However, studying and practicing photography changes us regardless of our camera.

Here's how.

What if we approach studying and practicing (learning) photography thoughtfully and intentionally? 

Then, we begin slowing down and seeing our world differently.

We see things we usually overlook. 

This happens quickly and more frequently as we continue our studies and practice.

We walk into our usual places but begin to see them more deeply.

We see the usual people but see them differently.

We see the whole but begin to notice the details that make up the whole.

Photography raises our visual awareness and awareness of our thoughts and feelings about what we see.

Everything we see has the potential to be an interesting photograph.

As we become familiar and comfortable with light, camera operation, and composition, and with thoughtful technique application, we begin to communicate effectively through our pictures.  

We use our cameras as a means of visual communication and expression, using the functions of our cameras to create photographs that communicate and express facts, opinions, or feelings.

We intentionally use our cameras and other equipment, using techniques involving aperture, shutter speed, ISO focusing, metering, exposure, tonality, etc., as elements of composition.

We know photography when we understand light, camera operation, and composition.

And by knowing photography, we're the communicative and expressive photographers and humans we want to be.  

There's only two spots left in the Introduction To Photography class that starts on Sunday, April 14. 

The Introduction To Photography class will get you more involved in photography by learning how to work your camera in manual exposure mode. You'll get a good foundation in the basics of photography while learning reliable creative techniques. Classes are scheduled to start April 14. 

Smaller classes mean better learning, so class sizes are limited to 5 participants plus me.

But smaller classes also mean spots fill up quicker. 

Private in-person or online lessons suited to your schedule are always an option. 

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.