ORDINARY to EXTRAORDINARY
how to take professional-quality photographs with equipment less than $500
Think you need expensive gear to capture professional-quality images?
Think again.
I’ll show you how to get stunning results with less than $500 of equipment.
It’s not the gear holding you back—it’s the skills you haven’t unlocked yet.
Free tutorials are fragmented and often skip the essentials. My course provides a clear, structured path to help you truly master photography without unnecessary expenses.
With my 12-module course, you’ll get everything you need to start capturing professional-level portrait shots with budget-friendly gear.
Picture yourself confidently adjusting settings, framing shots like a pro, and impressing your peers with your progress—all without spending a fortune on gear.
This course is more than just taking better photos—it’s about unlocking your potential as a photographer. So if you’re ready to invest in your future and achieve dream-level results, I’ll see you inside.
What people are saying
"Matt completely transformed my approach and understanding of what it takes to create a great image. Not only from the technical aspects of lighting setups and working with people, but the imagination, creativity and energy required to pull all these things together. I learned a huge amount from him and my own work has levelled-up as a result. If you get the chance to work with him, take it.”
— Andrew Eldon
“I often find myself in need of one of 3 things: education, meaningful conversation, or an inspiring moment. Matt provides all 3 at the highest level”
— Luke Jackson-Clarke
“By showing us how to connect with different people, Matt is able to shine a light on authenticity and human expression that is often overlooked or hidden in the shadows. His technical knowledge, combined with his natural artistic intuition, allow him to take outstanding photographs.”
— Mikele Kuhar
What you’ll get
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Access to years of experience and knowledge.
Gain all of my experience and insights from nearly a decade as a professional photographer, distilled into a compact, easy-to-use course. From field-tested techniques to studio know-how, you’ll fast-track your skills by learning what really works without the trial and error.
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12 in-depth modules with 12+ hours of actionable content.
Explore a complete foundation in photography through 12 immersive modules, packed with over 12 hours of hands-on lessons. Each module is designed to give you practical skills you can apply immediately, so you see real results right from the start.
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Exclusive access to a supportive photography community.
Join a thriving community of fellow photographers where you can share your work, get valuable feedback, and connect with like-minded creatives to grow and learn together.
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Insider tips and techniques.
Unlock unique insights and techniques that I have perfected over the years, giving you a clear path to avoid common mistakes and produce images that stand out.
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Assignments and handouts for hands-on learning.
Strengthen your learning process and skill set with practical assignments and handouts that reinforce each module’s key lessons. These resources provide you with guided practice and tools to apply what you learn immediately, helping you build confidence and competence as you progress.
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Lifetime access and flexible learning.
Complete the course at your own pace, and revisit lessons anytime you need a refresher. With lifetime access, this course remains a lasting resource for your growth and inspiration in photography.
Highlights of what’s inside
Module 2 - PORTRAITS.
What is Portrait Photography exactly? We lay the foundation for what we are going to learn in the rest of the modules, because without the fundamental knowledge of what we want to practice, we can’t truly understand what we are trying to do, or even want we want to do. It all starts from the history and theory of portrait photography.
Module 6 - LIGHT.
Wonder why all photographers bang on about light? Well, I explain all, and break down why light is so important, how to ‘see’ it so that you utilise it for photography, and how to use it to shape the narrative.
Module 9 - PHOTOSHOOT.
A walkthrough with me, live, step-by-step on a studio photoshoot. See how I set things up, manage the person in front of the camera, do lighting and so much more.
Module 10 - the EDIT.
How I approach the edit, step-by-step. See how I edit one of the photos we took in the studio and follow me as I breakdown some of the myths and overwhelming features of the editing softwares available to you today.
FAQ’s
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This course is designed for beginners to intermediate photographers. No advanced skills are required, and you’ll learn everything you need from the ground up.
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A camera that’s it. Any one.
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You’ll have lifetime access, so you can revisit lessons and resources whenever you need. As long as I’m around you will have access to it.
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Absolutely. I offer a full refund within the first 24 hours after purchasing if you are not satisfied.
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Yes, some. In each module you will see any practical assignments and handouts that are applicable to that subject. These are designed to enhance your understanding of the lessons.
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The course includes 12+ hours of video content, which you can complete at your own pace. Most students finish in a few weeks, depending on their schedule. I recommend you complete it within as short a timeframe as possible, just so the relevant information is enforced and remembered, carrying over from module to module.
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Yes, the course is accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices, making it easy to learn wherever you are
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While the course focuses on using your camera and creativity effectively, the only thing I recommend is having some editing software to go alongside your camera. However, it’s not required to complete the course. I give my recommendations for software in the course.