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Our self-paced, comprehensive courses cover core skills all photographers should know! We cover key topics like camera settings, focus + composition, posing your subjects, lighting, editing, and more. You have the flexibility to choose the right course for you based on your current skill level or grab a course bundle at a discount price!
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ABOUT DENA
WHO IS BEHIND THE LENS
I believe that understanding your camera and learning to take beautiful photos doesn’t have to be difficult. My step-by-step classes give you the knowledge and confidence to take amazing photos! I have taught thousands of students to learn to use their cameras to get beautiful photos, have their artwork shown in galleries, and enabled them to start successful photography businesses…let me help you today!

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The Photography Podcast To Help You Understand Your Camera
Are you looking for the perfect photography podcast? I'm thrilled to announce the Learn Photography with Dena Podcast launch, your go-to resource for mastering the art of photography. As an online photography teacher and coach with over 20 years of experience, I'm...
Helpful Tips to Understand the Exposure Triangle
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Fall is a fantastic season for photography, with its vibrant colors and cozy atmosphere. As a photographer, you'll undoubtedly appreciate autumn's beauty and opportunities. I've put together some fall photoshoot ideas to help you capture stunning images and create...
The Photography Podcast To Help You Understand Your Camera
Are you looking for the perfect photography podcast? I'm thrilled to announce the Learn Photography with Dena Podcast launch, your go-to resource for mastering the art of photography. As an online photography teacher and coach with over 20 years of experience, I'm...
Helpful Tips to Understand the Exposure Triangle
Understand the Exposure Triangle You want to understand the exposure triangle as it is a fundamental concept in photography that every aspiring photographer should grasp. As an online photography teacher and coach with over 20 years of experience, I'm here to break...
The Best Fall Photoshoot Ideas to Try This Year
Fall is a fantastic season for photography, with its vibrant colors and cozy atmosphere. As a photographer, you'll undoubtedly appreciate autumn's beauty and opportunities. I've put together some fall photoshoot ideas to help you capture stunning images and create...
The 10 Best Photography Tips and Tricks for Beginners
It doesn't matter if you just bought your first camera and are learning the basics or are a seasoned photographer wanting to fine-tune your skills; you know that capturing beautiful and meaningful moments goes beyond just pointing and shooting. In this blog post,...
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photos taken by my students







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