My photography roots -- Composition -- Cropping -- Rules of thirds -- Leading lines -- Patterns -- Framing -- Simplify -- The key to turning an average photo into something special -- Shooting in manual -- Shutter speed -- Summary of the foundation of photography -- Metering -- Gear up -- Lens love -- Getting to know your gear -- Types of lenses -- Light tools -- Cleaning gear -- Bag-and-strap swag -- Lighting.