Don't upgrade the camera - upgrade the photographer

Forget about 90% of those camera options; they're just there to boggle your mind. No need to dive into the mathematics of apertures and focal lengths – that's not the secret sauce. All you need are five key controls, plus a sprinkle of light and composition mastery.

Take a page from the pre 1980s photo legends – they were true photographers and wove captivating stories with the most humble of cameras. Upgrades? Nah, they used skill and vision because...

Cameras don't take pictures any more than a piano plays music. The musician makes the music and You make the pictures.

I've got a system that makes this super easy which I call The 7 Building Blocks of Photography. I break it down, show you how, and then let you dive in. This way, you'll truly understand each piece of the puzzle and how they fit together. I skip the jargon and keep it simple – no overwhelming tech stuff.

I've specialised in teaching since 2006, helping photographers like you. I love it when you have a 'light bulb' moment and grasp a new idea or concept. In 2012 I got a teaching qualification so I know about learning styles and can make seemingly complex concepts simple, so you get clarity and confidence in your photography..