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Hello, .

Thoughts of whether our photographs are good or if we are good photographers aren't helpful. 
 
What's considered 'good' in photography is often a personal judgment, such as 'I like ' or 'I don't like '.
 
When evaluating our work or ourselves as photographers, the most qualified judge is often ourselves.

This self-evaluation can be a powerful tool for growth and improvement.
 
Here's a suggestion.

Stop making pictures to be a good photographer that produces good photographs.
 
Instead, study and practice to be an effective photographer that produces compelling photographs.

Effective is a more helpful word than "good."
 
What we do with our cameras affects the outcome of our photographs.
 
Questioning whether we produced the intended effect is much more helpful than asking if our photograph "is good or if we are "good" photographers.

Remember, good work often demonstrates a photographer's technical competency, but that's about as far as it goes; conversely, compelling work strongly and irresistibly evokes interest, attention, or admiration.
 
The Introduction to Photography  class will teach you how to be an effective photographer who produces compelling pictures by providing you with a solid understanding of camera operation, competition, and light.

Ready to take your photography skills to the next level and become a better photographer?

Making pictures in manual exposure mode is the best way to do that, and the best way to learn to work in manual exposure mode is through the Introduction To Photography class.  

The Introduction To Photography class equips you to become a more confident photographer who understands how to use their camera to compose the best pictures possible while working with whatever light you have to work with.

If the schedule doesn't work for you, we can always schedule a series of private lessons to teach you the same stuff.

If you need help to improve your photography, I'm here to help you.

I hope you've been studying and practicing your photography.

The ways to study and practice photography with me are below.

Call me if you need help determining the best course for you.

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

Currently scheduled classes are below.

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

But smaller classes also mean spots fill up quicker, so sign up soon. 

And what if the timing doesn't work for you in any of my scheduled group classes? 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