Yes—this is a good way to learn, and several well-regarded online resources were recommended.

For beginner-friendly tutorials, Digital Photography School and Cambridge in Colour were both suggested. They cover core topics like camera settings, exposure, composition, lighting, technique, and post-processing. Cambridge in Colour was specifically noted for clear technical explanations and practical scenario-based tutorials.

If you want a more class-like format, CreativeLive was recommended for high-quality photography courses. Some content may be free, while archived or downloadable classes may require payment.

For additional reading and articles, Photo.net was also mentioned as a large resource with material for both beginners and more advanced learners.

A good approach is to combine a structured course with tutorial sites: use a class platform for guided learning, then reinforce what you learn with articles and exercises on tutorial sites.