6-Hour Online 1-to-1 Beginners Photography Course
A calm, confidence-building introduction to photography for new camera owners and complete beginners.
Personal one-to-one tuition, delivered online, tailored entirely to you and your camera.
This structured course is designed for people who want to understand their camera clearly and confidently, without feeling rushed, overwhelmed, or confused by technical jargon.
If you’ve ever worried about pressing the wrong button, struggled to remember settings, or felt lost in group classes, this one-to-one approach is designed especially for you.
Unlike my standard 1-to-1 tuition sessions, which are individually structured to meet the specific needs of more experienced photographers, this course is highly structured to teach you the basics of photography quickly and easily at your own pace.
WHY 1-TO-1 ONLINE WORKS
Why one-to-one online tuition works so well
This is not a pre-recorded course or group session. Every hour is focused entirely on you.
• Learn at your own pace
• Ask questions freely and without embarrassment
• Explanations repeated or slowed down whenever needed
• Tuition tailored to your camera and experience
• No wasted time on things you don’t need
Online tuition is relaxed, flexible, and highly effective.
Each online session is followed by practical exercises and personal feedback at the next session
WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR
This course is ideal for:
• New camera owners
• Complete beginners
• People returning to photography after a break
• Anyone who wants calm, patient, one-to-one tuition
No previous experience is needed.
HOW THE COURSE WORKS
How the course works
The course is delivered as six one-hour online sessions, usually spaced over several weeks to allow time to practise and reflect.
• Six 1-hour one-to-one sessions
• Delivered online via Zoom
• Fully customised to you and your camera
• Simple practice between sessions
• Plenty of time for questions
COURSE CONTENT – THE 6 SESSIONS
Session 1 – Seeing Images (Camera on Auto)
Learning to look before learning the buttons
The first session focuses on learning how to see photographs, rather than worrying about camera settings.
Your camera will stay on Auto, allowing you to concentrate on observing light, subjects, and what makes an image work — without technical pressure.
You’ll learn:
• How to look at photographs and understand what you’re seeing
• Why some images feel more successful than others
• How light, background, and viewpoint affect a photo
• How to frame a subject simply and clearly
• How to use the camera comfortably and confidently on Auto
This session builds confidence, curiosity, and enjoyment from the very start.
Session 2 – Simple Editing & Understanding Your Photos
Making sense of what you’ve taken
Editing is a key skill and is introduced early, in a calm and reassuring way, to help you understand your images and build confidence. In digital photography, learning to edit your photos will take your good images from good to great
You’ll learn:
• Why editing is a normal part of photography
• How to view and select your best images
• Simple adjustments to improve brightness and contrast
• Cropping and straightening
• How small changes can make a big difference
Only a few simple tools are used — no technical overload.
Simple edits can transform a picture.
Session 3 – Understanding Light and Exposure
Why photos look light or dark
This session explains exposure in plain English, without maths or jargon.
You’ll learn:
• What makes a photo brighter or darker
• How aperture, shutter speed, and ISO affect images
• How to move gently beyond Auto when you’re ready
• How to avoid common beginner mistakes
Everything is explained using your own camera.
Session 4 – Focus and Sharpness
Avoiding blurry photos
This session tackles one of the most common beginner frustrations.
You’ll learn:
• Why photos can look blurred
• How autofocus works in simple terms
• How to focus on the right part of the scene
• How to take sharper photos of people and everyday subjects
Clear, practical techniques you can use straight away.
Session 5 – Composition Made Simple
Making photos more interesting
This session focuses on seeing better photographs rather than following rigid rules.
You’ll learn:
• How to simplify what’s in the frame
• How background and viewpoint affect a photo
• Easy ways to improve composition
• How small changes can make a big difference
No pressure, no jargon — just clear guidance.
Session 6 – Bringing It All Together
Confidence, clarity, and next steps
The final session reinforces learning and builds independence.
You’ll:
• Review progress and favourite images
• Revisit anything you’d like to clarify
• Learn a simple, repeatable photography process
• Discuss how to keep improving after the course
You’ll finish feeling confident and in control of your camera.
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.
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How to Book
The cost of the 6 hour 1-to-1 course is £199.00. Click the button below to purchase your course.
1-to-1 sessions are scheduled with me directly to fit in with your diary commitments. Once you have signed up for the course, I will call or email you to book your first session.
If you have any questions about dates or the content of the course please call me on 07983 394550 or email paul@f32.co.uk before you book.