Every time you press the shutter, you're making a choice that shapes your entire photography journey – RAW or JPG – and most photographers get it completely wrong. Today we're breaking down why JPG isn't the "amateur" option, how shooting JPG can actually make you a better photographer by forcing technical discipline, and when the so-called beginner format might be the smartest choice for your goals. We'll reveal why mastering JPG first creates a stronger foundation than jumping straight into RAW, plus details on our September Photo Editing Light course that transforms ordinary JPG files into stunning photographs.