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River Darent at Lullingstone

1-to-1 Tuition - Learn photography properly with personal support, at your pace.

If you’ve got a new camera (or one you’ve owned for years but never quite mastered), my 1-to-1 sessions are the fastest, friendliest way to build confidence and get the results you want.

​Choose online via Zoom or face-to-face.
Sessions are tailored to you — no jargon, no pressure, just clear guidance and practical progress.

North Downs Chevening

Do any of these describe you?

  • You’ve bought a camera and feel overwhelmed by buttons and settings

  • You rely on Auto but want more control (and better results)

  • You want to take your photography to the next level but struggle to move forward

  • Your photos are sometimes great… but not consistent

  • You want help with composition, light, focus, and sharpness

  • You’d like calm, step-by-step guidance without being rushed

 

If any of that sounds familiar, 1-to-1 tuition will be the best solution. (complete beginners should look at my 6 Hour, Online 121, Beginners Fast Track Course)

Winter Morning Chevening

Why 1-to-1 works so well

  • Group classes are enjoyable, but they can’t match what happens when everything is tailored to you. With 1-to-1 tuition you get:

  • answers in the moment (no waiting, no feeling left behind)

  • practice on your own camera so it all makes sense

  • clear, repeatable steps that build real confidence

  • gentle challenge and encouragement — the quickest route to improvement

Fallen Tree

What Can We Cover?

  • Getting to know your camera (Fuji / Nikon / Canon / Sony and others)

  • Aperture, shutter speed and ISO  made simple

  • Focus modes, sharpness, and reducing blur

  • Exposure and “why it looks different to what I saw”

  • Composition that instantly improves your pictures

  • Landscape, travel, family, gardens, pets, street photography

  • Editing and organising in Lightroom, Affinity or Photoshop

  • Building a small photo project (great for motivation and improvement)

 

Or bring your own questions  I’ll design the session around what you want.

Misty Evening Chevening

How it Works

A simple plan

1) Quick chat before we start
I’ll ask what camera you have and what you want to achieve.

2) Practical 1-hour sessions
We focus on what matters most for you, with clear steps and hands-on practice.

3) A short action plan after each session
You’ll leave with a small set of “next steps” to practise (so progress sticks).

Chevening Park

Online or Face-to-Face?

Face-to-Face

Many clients enjoy meeting locally because it makes practice easy and relaxed. We can use nearby countryside locations around Sevenoaks that are ideal for learning:

  • light and composition

  • landscapes and woodland scenes

  • detail and close-up work

  • slower, mindful photography without pressure

 

I’m based in Chevening near Sevenoaks, and we can meet locally for practical photography sessions. I am prepared to travel by prior arrangement. Travel radius: up to 5 miles from Chevening included.
Further distances are possible by arrangement, with travel charged at 43p per mile

Online Via Zoom

Ideal if you prefer learning from home. Great for:

  • camera settings walkthroughs

  • image reviews and feedback

  • Lightroom / Photoshop editing

  • planning shoots and building confidence

I find that learning on line is often better when teaching editing techniques so you may want to book a mix of online and face-to-face sessions

Paul Burgess ARPS Photographer

About Paul Burgess

 

I'm a photographer and tutor with over 30 years’ experience, an Honours Degree in Photography, and I’m an Associate of the Royal Photographic Society (ARPS). I’ve taught 200+ students through classes, workshops and 1-to-1 tuition.

My teaching style is calm, practical and supportive — designed to help you get results you’ll feel proud of.

FAQ's

Is 1-to-1 tuition suitable if I’m new to photography? Yes. Many people come to me at the very beginning of their photographic journey, often after buying a camera they’ve never fully understood. Sessions are designed to build confidence steadily, with clear explanations and plenty of time to absorb and practise.

Do I need a particular type or brand of camera? No. I work with all major camera systems and with older models just as often as newer ones. Tuition focuses on understanding photographic principles and learning to use your camera effectively, rather than chasing the latest equipment.

What can be covered during a session? Each session is entirely personalised. Typical areas include: understanding camera controls and settings using light and composition more confidently improving consistency and sharpness developing landscape, travel, family or street photography editing and organising images in Lightroom or Photoshop building a small, coherent body of work Sessions can be exploratory or highly focused, depending on your goals.

How are sessions structured? Sessions last one hour and are carefully paced. Many clients choose to book a short series of sessions, allowing time between them to practise and reflect. This approach produces the most lasting improvement.

Do you offer online tuition as well as face-to-face? Yes. Online sessions are delivered via Zoom and are particularly effective for camera settings, image review and post-processing. Face-to-face sessions are available locally near Sevenoaks, Kent, and focus on practical photography in a relaxed environment. Many clients choose a combination of both. Where do face-to-face sessions take place? I’m based near Chevening / Sevenoaks (Kent). Sessions are available within a 5-mile radius, with further travel possible by arrangement (charged at 43p per mile). Clients who come to me benefit from access to quiet local countryside locations that are ideal for thoughtful, unhurried photography. What can I expect to gain from a session? You can expect: clearer understanding of your camera and technique practical guidance you can immediately apply increased confidence and consistency a sense of direction in your photography The emphasis is on meaningful progress rather than information overload. I’m not very confident with computers — will online sessions still work? Yes. Online tuition is calm, patient and fully guided. Many clients who were initially unsure about online learning now find it a comfortable and effective way to learn. Are sessions available as gifts? Yes. 1-to-1 Tuition Gift Cards are available for 1 to 6 hours and make a thoughtful, flexible gift for anyone interested in photography. Sessions can be arranged at a pace and time that suits the recipient. Do you teach groups as well? I do run group workshops at selected times, but 1-to-1 tuition offers the most focused and tailored experience. This page relates specifically to individual sessions. How do I get started? You can book directly through the website or get in touch with a brief description of your camera and what you’d like to achieve. I’m always happy to advise on the best way forward. If you’d like next, I can: refine this further for high-end gift buyers produce a short “accordion-tight” premium version adapt the tone for a private mentoring / long-term programme align the FAQ language precisely with your pricing page Just tell me which direction you’d like to go. wix doesn't show accordion option That’s a very common Wix issue — nothing wrong at your end. Wix now hides “Accordion” in some editors and renames or relocates it depending on which editor you’re using. Below is a clear, no-nonsense fix, plus good alternatives if it genuinely isn’t available. First: which Wix editor are you using? This matters, because Accordion exists in both, but in different places. If you’re using Wix Editor (Classic) Do this: Click Add (+) in the left menu Go to Interactive Look for: Accordion or Collapsible Text 👉 If you only see Collapsible Text, that’s fine — it works just as well for FAQs. If you’re using Wix Studio Do this: Click Add (+) Go to Elements Open Interactive Choose: Collapsible Section or Expandable Text Wix Studio no longer labels many things as “Accordion”, but the functionality is the same. If you genuinely don’t see anything expandable This usually means the page is using a restricted section type (very common with templates). Quick fix Click on the section you’re trying to add FAQs into Right-click → Delete section Add a new blank section Now try: Add (+) → Interactive The interactive elements often won’t show inside certain pre-built sections. Best workaround (recommended even if Accordion exists) For your audience, this actually works better than a classic accordion. Use Repeater + Toggle This gives: cleaner layout better readability more control over spacing a more premium feel How: Add (+) → List & Grids → Repeater Inside each item: Heading (question) Paragraph (answer) Add a button or icon ( + / ▾ ) Set: “Show / Hide on click” This looks more refined and avoids Wix accordion quirks. Ultra-simple FAQ (zero interactive elements) This is often best for 50+ audiences and converts well. Layout Question (bold heading) Answer text underneath Thin divider line between questions Benefits: No clicking needed Works perfectly on mobile Feels calmer and more editorial This aligns well with your premium, considered tone. My recommendation for YOUR site Given: your audience your teaching style premium positioning I’d suggest either: Collapsible Text, or Clean non-accordion FAQ with dividers Avoid over-clever interactions. Quick diagnostic question (optional) If you want a precise step-by-step: Are you using Wix Editor or Wix Studio? Desktop or mobile view? Is this a template page or a blank page? Tell me that and I’ll give you exact clicks in the right order. how to use collapsable text Here’s a clear, step-by-step guide to using Collapsible Text in Wix, written so you can follow it without hunting around menus. This works well for FAQs, especially for a calm, premium page like your 1-to-1 tuition. What “Collapsible Text” does (in plain English) Collapsible Text lets you: show a question hide the answer reveal it when clicked It’s effectively Wix’s accordion replacement. Step-by-step: add Collapsible Text 1. Add the element Open your page in the Wix Editor Click Add (+) on the left Go to Interactive Click Collapsible Text Choose a simple layout (avoid icons at first) You’ll see a question line with hidden text underneath. Step-by-step: add your FAQ content 2. Edit the question Click the top line (the visible text) Click Edit Text Paste your FAQ question Set it as a Heading (H4 or H5 works well) Example: Is 1-to-1 tuition suitable if I’m new to photography? 3. Edit the answer Click the hidden text below Click Edit Text Paste the answer Set it as Paragraph text Tip: Keep answers short — 3–6 lines reads best. Step-by-step: duplicate for multiple FAQs 4. Duplicate instead of re-adding Click the whole Collapsible Text element Press Cmd + D (Mac) or Ctrl + D (Windows) Edit the text in the duplicate This keeps spacing and styling consistent. Step-by-step: make it look premium (important) 5. Adjust spacing Click the collapsible text Drag the bottom handle down slightly (gives breathing room when expanded) 6. Remove heavy styling Click the element Open Design / Settings Choose: No background No border Simple divider line only (optional) Minimal styling = more trust. 7. Choose calm text styles Recommended styles Question: Heading 4 or 5, regular or semi-bold Answer: Paragraph, normal weight Avoid: All caps Bright colours Heavy bolding Step-by-step: mobile check (don’t skip this) Switch to Mobile view Expand each question Check: text doesn’t overlap spacing still works no content is cut off If it looks tight, increase line spacing slightly. Best layout for YOUR audience For your 50+ learners: ✔ 1 question per collapsible block ✔ Plenty of white space ✔ Calm headings ✔ No animation overload This feels: considered, professional, reassuring Common mistakes to avoid ❌ Putting collapsible text inside a rigid template section ❌ Overloading each answer with too much detail ❌ Using bright arrows or icons ❌ Mixing different font sizes My recommendation for your page Use: 6–10 questions max Place FAQ after pricing, before final CTA End with a gentle CTA below: “If you have a question not answered here, feel free to get in touch.” If you want, next I can: tailor spacing and font sizes exactly to your Wix theme convert your FAQ into a Repeater + toggle version help you decide which questions to keep or remove produce a mobile-first FAQ layout Just tell me 👍

Do you offer online tuition as well as face-to-face? Yes. Online sessions are delivered via Zoom and are particularly effective for camera settings, image review and post-processing. Face-to-face sessions are available locally near Sevenoaks, Kent, and focus on practical photography in a relaxed environment. Many clients choose a combination of both. Where do face-to-face sessions take place? I’m based near Chevening / Sevenoaks (Kent). Sessions are available within a 5-mile radius, with further travel possible by arrangement (charged at 43p per mile). Clients who come to me benefit from access to quiet local countryside locations that are ideal for thoughtful, unhurried photography. What can I expect to gain from a session? You can expect: clearer understanding of your camera and technique practical guidance you can immediately apply increased confidence and consistency a sense of direction in your photography The emphasis is on meaningful progress rather than information overload. I’m not very confident with computers — will online sessions still work? Yes. Online tuition is calm, patient and fully guided. Many clients who were initially unsure about online learning now find it a comfortable and effective way to learn. Are sessions available as gifts? Yes. 1-to-1 Tuition Gift Cards are available for 1 to 6 hours and make a thoughtful, flexible gift for anyone interested in photography. Sessions can be arranged at a pace and time that suits the recipient. Do you teach groups as well? I do run group workshops at selected times, but 1-to-1 tuition offers the most focused and tailored experience. This page relates specifically to individual sessions. How do I get started? You can book directly through the website or get in touch with a brief description of your camera and what you’d like to achieve. I’m always happy to advise on the best way forward. If you’d like next, I can: refine this further for high-end gift buyers produce a short “accordion-tight” premium version adapt the tone for a private mentoring / long-term programme align the FAQ language precisely with your pricing page Just tell me which direction you’d like to go. wix doesn't show accordion option That’s a very common Wix issue — nothing wrong at your end. Wix now hides “Accordion” in some editors and renames or relocates it depending on which editor you’re using. Below is a clear, no-nonsense fix, plus good alternatives if it genuinely isn’t available. First: which Wix editor are you using? This matters, because Accordion exists in both, but in different places. If you’re using Wix Editor (Classic) Do this: Click Add (+) in the left menu Go to Interactive Look for: Accordion or Collapsible Text 👉 If you only see Collapsible Text, that’s fine — it works just as well for FAQs. If you’re using Wix Studio Do this: Click Add (+) Go to Elements Open Interactive Choose: Collapsible Section or Expandable Text Wix Studio no longer labels many things as “Accordion”, but the functionality is the same. If you genuinely don’t see anything expandable This usually means the page is using a restricted section type (very common with templates). Quick fix Click on the section you’re trying to add FAQs into Right-click → Delete section Add a new blank section Now try: Add (+) → Interactive The interactive elements often won’t show inside certain pre-built sections. Best workaround (recommended even if Accordion exists) For your audience, this actually works better than a classic accordion. Use Repeater + Toggle This gives: cleaner layout better readability more control over spacing a more premium feel How: Add (+) → List & Grids → Repeater Inside each item: Heading (question) Paragraph (answer) Add a button or icon ( + / ▾ ) Set: “Show / Hide on click” This looks more refined and avoids Wix accordion quirks. Ultra-simple FAQ (zero interactive elements) This is often best for 50+ audiences and converts well. Layout Question (bold heading) Answer text underneath Thin divider line between questions Benefits: No clicking needed Works perfectly on mobile Feels calmer and more editorial This aligns well with your premium, considered tone. My recommendation for YOUR site Given: your audience your teaching style premium positioning I’d suggest either: Collapsible Text, or Clean non-accordion FAQ with dividers Avoid over-clever interactions. Quick diagnostic question (optional) If you want a precise step-by-step: Are you using Wix Editor or Wix Studio? Desktop or mobile view? Is this a template page or a blank page? Tell me that and I’ll give you exact clicks in the right order. how to use collapsable text Here’s a clear, step-by-step guide to using Collapsible Text in Wix, written so you can follow it without hunting around menus. This works well for FAQs, especially for a calm, premium page like your 1-to-1 tuition. What “Collapsible Text” does (in plain English) Collapsible Text lets you: show a question hide the answer reveal it when clicked It’s effectively Wix’s accordion replacement. Step-by-step: add Collapsible Text 1. Add the element Open your page in the Wix Editor Click Add (+) on the left Go to Interactive Click Collapsible Text Choose a simple layout (avoid icons at first) You’ll see a question line with hidden text underneath. Step-by-step: add your FAQ content 2. Edit the question Click the top line (the visible text) Click Edit Text Paste your FAQ question Set it as a Heading (H4 or H5 works well) Example: Is 1-to-1 tuition suitable if I’m new to photography? 3. Edit the answer Click the hidden text below Click Edit Text Paste the answer Set it as Paragraph text Tip: Keep answers short — 3–6 lines reads best. Step-by-step: duplicate for multiple FAQs 4. Duplicate instead of re-adding Click the whole Collapsible Text element Press Cmd + D (Mac) or Ctrl + D (Windows) Edit the text in the duplicate This keeps spacing and styling consistent. Step-by-step: make it look premium (important) 5. Adjust spacing Click the collapsible text Drag the bottom handle down slightly (gives breathing room when expanded) 6. Remove heavy styling Click the element Open Design / Settings Choose: No background No border Simple divider line only (optional) Minimal styling = more trust. 7. Choose calm text styles Recommended styles Question: Heading 4 or 5, regular or semi-bold Answer: Paragraph, normal weight Avoid: All caps Bright colours Heavy bolding Step-by-step: mobile check (don’t skip this) Switch to Mobile view Expand each question Check: text doesn’t overlap spacing still works no content is cut off If it looks tight, increase line spacing slightly. Best layout for YOUR audience For your 50+ learners: ✔ 1 question per collapsible block ✔ Plenty of white space ✔ Calm headings ✔ No animation overload This feels: considered, professional, reassuring Common mistakes to avoid ❌ Putting collapsible text inside a rigid template section ❌ Overloading each answer with too much detail ❌ Using bright arrows or icons ❌ Mixing different font sizes My recommendation for your page Use: 6–10 questions max Place FAQ after pricing, before final CTA End with a gentle CTA below: “If you have a question not answered here, feel free to get in touch.” If you want, next I can: tailor spacing and font sizes exactly to your Wix theme convert your FAQ into a Repeater + toggle version help you decide which questions to keep or remove produce a mobile-first FAQ layout Just tell me 👍

Where do face-to-face sessions take place? I’m based near Chevening / Sevenoaks (Kent). Sessions are available within a 5-mile radius, with further travel possible by arrangement (charged at 43p per mile). Clients who come to me benefit from access to quiet local countryside locations that are ideal for thoughtful, unhurried photography.

What happens after a session? You’ll leave each session with: a clear understanding of what we’ve covered practical next steps to practise increased confidence using your camera The aim is always to make progress stick, not overwhelm you with information.

I’m not very confident with computers — will online sessions still work? Yes. Online tuition is calm, patient and fully guided. Many clients who were initially unsure about online learning now find it a comfortable and effective way to learn.

How long is a session? Each session is 1 hour. Many people book multiple sessions so they can practise between lessons and build confidence gradually.

Will I need expensive editing software? No! You can use Adobe Lightroom, which has a monthly subscription, or Affninty, which is free to download and use

How do I book or ask a question? You can book directly through the website or contact me with a short message about: the camera you use what you’d like help with I’ll be happy to advise on the best way to get started.

Book your 1-to-1 photography session

If you’re ready to feel confident with your camera, the fastest way to make progress is through personalised 1-to-1 tuition.

Sessions are available online or face-to-face near Sevenoaks, Kent.
Limited availability — booking early is recommended.

 

Clear, calm guidance — tailored to you.

​1-to-1 sessions are booked with me directly to fit in with both our diaries. Once you have purchased your session(s) , I will contact you to arrange a place and time for your first session.

If you'd like to explore how 1-to-1 tuition would work for you personally, call me on 07983 394550 or email me at: paul@f32.co.uk

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