Which is best - YouTube or Courses?

With so much free material available immediately on YouTube, is there any place for formal photography courses? That’s what I’ll be looking into in this podcast.

Please add your thoughts and comments in the comments section, or send an email to graham@ge.photography

 The Appeal of Free YouTube Learning 

Advantages:

• Accessibility & Cost
• Breadth of Content
• Entertaining & Bite-Sized

Limitations

• Lack of structure; scattered lessons
• Quality varies drastically
• Risk of “learning mode” without real skill progression
• Algorithm-driven rather than curriculum-driven

 The Value of a Structured Photography Course

• Designed Curriculum
• Consistent Teaching Style
• Hands-On Assignments & Feedback
• In-Depth Coverage

Drawbacks

• Cost barriers
• May be less entertaining
• Must commit time and attention

 Side-by-Side Comparison 

• Learning Speed & Retention
• Skill Development
• Community & Support

Overall Value for Different Learner

• Hobbyists
• Serious beginners
• Professionals leveling up

The Blended Learning Strategy 

• Use YouTube for inspiration, courses for structure
• Creating a personal learning plan

Do you agree?

Please remember to Like and Subscribe… 

It's time for another podcast...

Thank you for listening. Please remember to take a look at the website as I have a few things going on, including mini-workshops to help you with your photography: www.ge.photography

Or join the mailing list... and I'll tell you myself!