To become Master in this field we need a lot of PRACTICE by using the above pyramid. It really helps us by all means
PRACTICE makes Men PERFECT
Even I'll practivce more whn I'll purchase a DSLR this month. So, I can say this guide helps me a lot, especially 'Manual Mode' tip.
I always got confused with light/shadow because I hardly pick up when the shadow is hard or soft.
To get an image idea and own style both are playing an important role in your art this is what why people admire your photographs. This thing spice up your image more than a random DSLR cause you can add spice in you art using even smartphone.
To cut in short, this guide really really helping me. Thumbs Up for you that you get some time to write up here. :)