Hi guys

I would like to build/ make (excuse terminology) a couple of websites. There is one for our upcoming tour business, my brother in law's business & also another site for family photos.

I don't know the best way to do this - so I/ should I do a course in web design? Can it be done without doing a course - what books & programs do I use? Are there any recommendations?

All sites will need to hold photos. We don't need a "checkout" facility, but may need a contact sheet where customers can email us.

In the last site we would like to upload a 100 old b&w family photos and send links asking for distant relatives & extended family to help identify the photos by looking at leaving comments about them. Not sure the best way do to this either.

Help Help pls

Any comments/ suggestions/ must do's or don't do's would be appreciated.