Paul Burgess ARPS · First-class BA Photography · 300+ students taught · Former lecturer · Sevenoaks & online
Learn to see, compose and create stronger photographs
Good photography is not mainly about expensive equipment. It is about learning to notice light, simplify the frame, choose the right moment and understand what you want the photograph to say.
I help beginners, improvers and experienced photographers build confidence, develop their own style and enjoy photography more. My teaching is friendly, practical and tailored to the way you want to learn.
How can I help you?
Choose the route that best matches where you are with your photography.
Beginners & Improvers
For people who want to get off Auto, understand their camera or phone, and take photographs they feel happier with.
Learn composition, light, focus, exposure, simple editing and how to choose your best images — without being overwhelmed by jargon.
One-to-One Photography Tuition
Personal tuition built around what you want to improve.
Sessions can cover camera confidence, phone photography, Lightroom, Photoshop, landscape, travel, image review, personal projects or RPS distinction support.
Courses, Workshops & f/32
Courses, workshops and creative evening groups are run through f/32, the teaching programme from Paul Burgess Photography.
Ideal if you want assignments, feedback, discussion and a more thoughtful approach to making photographs.
Start with a free photography session
Not sure where to begin? Join one of my free online photography sessions or ask for a short introductory chat.
The free sessions are designed for adults who want to take better photographs but may not know what they need to learn next. They are friendly, practical and jargon-free.
We look at simple ways to improve your photographs using the camera you already have — whether that is a phone, compact camera, mirrorless camera or DSLR.
Free sessions may cover:
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better composition
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using light more effectively
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avoiding common phone photography mistakes
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improving holiday and travel photographs
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photographing gardens, landscapes and everyday places
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moving from snapshots to stronger photographs
It is a relaxed way to get a feel for my teaching style before deciding whether a course, workshop or one-to-one tuition is right for you.
Why learn with me?
I am Paul Burgess ARPS, a photographer and photography teacher based near Sevenoaks in Kent.
I have taught more than 300 students through one-to-one tuition, evening classes, workshops and college teaching. I hold a first-class BA honours degree in Photography, am an Associate of the Royal Photographic Society, and have taught photography at North Kent College.
My approach is practical, thoughtful and encouraging. I believe photography should be enjoyable, creative and personal — not intimidating.
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Paul Burgess ARPS
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First-class BA honours degree in Photography
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300+ students taught
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Former photography lecturer
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One-to-one, group and online teaching
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Based near Sevenoaks, Kent
What I can help you with?
Every session is shaped around what you want to photograph, what you already know, and what would help you move forward.
Camera confidence
Understand your camera, get off Auto, improve focus, exposure and control.
Phone photography
Take better photographs with the camera you already carry.
Composition and seeing
Learn to notice light, backgrounds, edges, viewpoint, timing and visual structure.
Lightroom, Photoshop and editing
Improve your workflow, editing confidence, image selection and finishing.
Landscape, gardens and travel
Make stronger photographs of places, nature, gardens, holidays and everyday surroundings.
Creative projects
Develop personal projects, photo-books, portfolios, sequencing and a more individual style.
RPS distinctions
Support with LRPS or ARPS image selection, sequencing and presentation.
Image review
Constructive feedback to help you understand what is working and what to improve
Photography Tuition Gift Cards
A photography tuition gift card makes a thoughtful present for someone who enjoys taking photographs but would like more confidence, guidance or inspiration.
Gift cards can be used for one-to-one tuition, camera help, phone photography, Lightroom support, holiday preparation, creative projects or image review.
They are ideal for birthdays, Christmas, retirement gifts, new camera owners, travellers, garden lovers and anyone who wants to enjoy photography more.
Gift cards can help with:
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Camera confidence
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Phone photography
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Lightroom and editing
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Holiday and travel photography
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Landscape, garden and nature photography
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Image review and creative projects
Not sure which gift card to choose? I can help you choose the most suitable option.
My own photography
Alongside teaching, I continue to make and exhibit my own photographic work, particularly around landscape, place, people and personal projects.My own practice informs my teaching, especially in composition, editing, sequencing, visual storytelling and developing a personal way of seeing.
My teaching is shaped by my own photographic practice. I continue to make and exhibit work around landscape, place, people and personal projects, and this informs the way I teach composition, editing, sequencing and visual storytelling.
Free photography tips from Paul Burgess ARPS
Join my email list for practical photography tips, seasonal ideas, free webinar invitations and early notice of courses and workshops.
You will receive occasional, useful emails about composition, seeing, editing, projects and ways to enjoy photography more.
As a thank you, you can receive my free guide:10 Ways to Take Better Photographs With Any Camera