Photography Education That Actually Makes Sense
I'm Rick McEvoy, and I've been teaching photography for years through my podcast, blog, YouTube channel, and now courses. My approach is simple: explain things in plain English, focus on what actually works, and never assume you've got unlimited money to spend on gear.
I'm a professionally qualified photographer (ABIPP - Associate of the British Institute of Professional Photography) with over 40 years of experience. I specialize in architectural, commercial, real estate, landscape, and travel photography—and everything I teach is based on real-world experience, not theory Googled up for a course.
My Teaching Philosophy
Plain English, No Jargon When I use a technical term, I explain it properly. You're intelligent people who want to understand photography, not be confused by unnecessary complexity.
Real Experience, Not Theory Everything I teach comes from actually doing the work professionally. I'm not a full-time "course creator"—I'm a working photographer who happens to be good at explaining things.
No Expensive Gear Required You don't need the latest, most expensive camera to create great photographs or build a successful business. I teach technique and understanding that works with whatever equipment you have.
Practical and Actionable Every lesson gives you something specific you can actually do. No fluff, no filler—just what you need to improve your photography or start earning from it.
Current Course
How To Become a Real Estate Photographer
My flagship course teaches you exactly how to turn architectural and property photography into a profitable business. This comprehensive start-to-finish program covers the technical skills, the business systems, and the professional workflows I use every day.
What's Included:
Complete technical training (camera settings, composition, lighting for interiors and exteriors)
The full business system (getting clients, pricing, contracts, marketing)
Professional workflows (shooting checklists, editing, file management)
Bonus materials (templates, scripts, calculators)
Investment: £297
Real estate photography offers one of the most accessible entry points into professional photography—steady demand, regular work, and you don't need exotic locations or expensive models. Just solid technique and professional standards.
More Courses Coming Soon
I'm developing additional photography courses based on my professional experience and what photographers actually need to know. Each course will follow the same approach—practical, plain English instruction based on real-world work.
Can't find a course you're looking for? Let me know what you want to learn and I'll see what I can do!
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Try Before You Buy
Not sure if my teaching style works for you? Here's how to find out:
The Photography Explained Podcast
Fortnightly episodes of free photography education. I cover everything from beginner basics to professional workflows, all in plain English. Listen to a few episodes—if you like how I explain things, you'll like my courses.
Photography Explained on YouTube
Regular videos covering photography tips, techniques, and gear advice. Same straightforward explanations, different format. 880+ subscribers seem to find it useful.
Read My Blog
Over 1,200 blog posts organized into hub pages covering every aspect of photography. It's all free, and it'll give you a good sense of how I teach.
Explore by topic:
Photography for Beginners - Start here if you're new to photography
Lightroom Tips & Tutorials - Master Adobe Lightroom editing
Photography Gear & Equipment Guide - Cameras, lenses, and accessories explained
Camera Settings & Manual Mode - ISO, aperture, shutter speed mastery
Photo Editing & Post-Processing - Complete editing workflows
Real Estate & Property Photography - Interior and exterior property photography
Architectural Photography - Professional building photography
Landscape Photography - Location planning and landscape techniques
Photography Business & Workflow - Professional systems and business skills
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About My Approach to Course Creation
I create courses the same way I create all my content—based on what actually works in real-world photography. I don't create courses on topics I don't actively practice myself. If I'm teaching real estate photography, it's because I shoot real estate photography regularly. When I create future courses, they'll follow the same principle.
Every course I create includes:
Clear, step-by-step instruction in plain English
Real-world examples from my own work
Practical techniques you can use immediately
Business advice alongside technical skills
Lifetime access—learn at your own pace
I'm my brand. What you see is what you get—straightforward advice from a working photographer who knows how to explain things clearly. Quite possibly with a mention of my cheese and pickle sandwich lunch.
Questions About Courses?
Got questions about my current course or future courses? I answer listener questions regularly on the Photography Explained Podcast. Send me your questions and I'll address them either directly or in an episode.