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Here are some suggestions for self-assignments that can aid you in getting a good handle on mastering your camera. Give each technique a full day then review the images, along with the EXIF data. As you complete these self-assignments you’ll start to make great photos every time you pick up the camera.

Manual Exposure mode
Spot mode with compensation
Focal lengths and perspective effects
Monochrome with filter effects
Center-weighted with exposure lock
Long tele compression (stacking)
Backlighting
Color complements
Picture style settings
White Balance effects
Long exposure (motion)
Capture texture with low angle light
Matrix vs. center-weighted readings
Tone Curve control
Fill reflector
Spotlit shot
ISO effects
Deep depth of field
Super wide lenses
Flash exposure compensation
Bracketing and HDR
Noise and noise filtration
Fill flash
Shadow as a compositional element
Spot metering and color saturation
Fast shutter speed
Continuous drive effects