The Compelling Image is the online photography school for photographers who want more than technical know-how. Guided by award-winning photojournalist and anthropologist David Bathgate, TCI teaches the art of visual storytelling — combining photographic craft with cultural insight, creative vision, and narrative depth. Unlike mass-market platforms, TCI focuses on the niche of documentary, fine-art, and meaningful personal projects — helping serious photographers turn snapshots into stories that matter.