The Problem

You take a photo… and it doesn’t look like what you saw.

It’s too dark.
Too flat.
Too blurry.

So you try again… and again… and eventually give up and let your camera decide.

That’s Auto mode.

And it’s the reason your photos don’t match your vision.

The Shift

What if you actually understood what your camera was doing?

What if you could:

• Blur the background on purpose

• Capture movement or freeze it

• Shoot confidently in any light

That’s what manual mode gives you.

And it’s not as complicated as it seems.

What this course does

In 4 weeks, you’ll go from: Guessing your settings

To: Confidently controlling your camera

You’ll learn how to:

• Use aperture to control depth and blur

• Use shutter speed to freeze or capture motion

• Use ISO without ruining your image quality

• Combine all three without feeling overwhelmed

How it works

This is a simple, structured course designed for beginners.

Week 1: Understanding how your camera actually works
Week 2: Controlling motion and sharpness
Week 3: Shooting in manual mode with confidence
Week 4: Real-world shooting & creative control

You don’t need to memorise everything. You just need to understand the basics — and practice.

Live support

You’ll also have access to live sessions where you can:

• Ask questions

• Get help with your settings

• See exactly what to fix

No more guessing on your own.

AND you'll have access to a private Facebook Group where you can share your work and ask for feedback.

Who This Course Is For

This is for you if:

• You’re stuck using Auto mode

• You have a DSLR or mirrorless camera

• You want better photos, but don’t know where to start

This is NOT for you if

• You already shoot confidently in manual

• You want advanced or professional techniques

What you'll walk away with

• By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Pick the right settings without guessing

  • Take photos that actually match what you see

  • Feel confident using your camera anywhere

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an advanced camera?
No. Any DSLR or Mirrorless camera will be fine.

Is this course beginner-friendly?
Yes. It's designed for people starting from scratch.

What if I get stuck?
That is exactly what the live sessions and the Facebook group are for.

How much time will the course require each week?
Most participants spend about 1–2 hours per week watching the lesson and trying the exercises.

Can I get feedback on my images?

Yes. You can submit images ahead of the live sessions or put them in the course Facebook group.

What if I can't attend the live sessions?

The live sessions will be recorded, and you can email your questions (and up to 3 images for feedback) up to 24 hours before each live session.

Course Details

📅 Start Date: Monday, 22nd June 2026
⏱ Duration: 4 weeks
🎥 Weekly recorded lessons
💬 Private discussion group
📷 Gentle weekly exercises
🎤 Two optional live sessions (recordings available)

Your investment: $125 AUD

What my clients say about my courses:

"Graham Elliott is an experienced and well-travelled wildlife photographer whose years of experience cover many other genres.

His teaching style, covering both content and delivery, embodies confidence, knowledge and experience in such a way that the information can be readily understood and accepted by photographers of all levels.

The workshop title "Seeing Differently" opens up one's eyes to view what we already see, but in a structured way that produces excellent results every time the shutter button is pressed.

Graham has recorded over 100 podcasts covering every possible aspect of photography, so listening to any of these for ½-hr will give an insight into his style, delivery and knowledge."

Grenville, UK "Seeing DIfferently" course

A Final Thought

You don’t need a better camera.

You just need to understand the one you already have.

Join "Ditch Auto: Manual Mode Made Simple" and finally take control of your photography.

Registration closes on the 21st June so that everyone can begin together.