Isang tip ko is to find ano yung photography niche na gusto mo and study that.
Madami kasing parang sub culture under photography.
Merong nature (landscapes, flora and fauna, etc.)
Merong portraiture (usually faces)
Meron ding event based, like weddings, concerts, etc.
Kaya ko nasabi to kasi may mga unique na techniques bawat niche and it will shorten your learning curve if you start sa niche na gusto mo na.