Welcome to Dan Cleary The Camera Coach, a friendly photography community for photographers who want to stop guessing and start taking better pictures.
This community is especially for adults using DSLR or mirrorless cameras who feel stuck on Auto, confused by camera settings, or frustrated by inconsistent photos.
I’m Dan Cleary, a professional photographer with more than 40 years of photography experience. I have a Master of Fine Arts degree, I'm an adjunct professor teaching photography at a local university. I have taught in person photography classes to adults for the past ten years.
Inside the community, you’ll find simple lessons, photo challenges, Q&A, feedback, encouragement, and support from other people who are learning too.
You do not need to master everything at once. You just need a clear path, regular practice, and plain-English guidance.
Join the community, introduce yourself, and tell us what camera you use. Start learning how to create better photos, one step at a time.