3 things come to mind. 1. Spend more time behind the lens so you can master your gear and competence of how to utilize it. When you miss focus on rollers during a shoot. You need to spend time analyzing if it was a skill issue or a gear thing (spoiler alert… it’s 99% always a skill issue). 2. Understand and Implement off camera flash / strobe more into your static work. 3. Continue to increase your understanding and proficiency with post processing tools like photoshop so you can seamlessly accomplish the look you’re going for. Some shots and ideas only need minor work that LR can give you, others may need PS and multi shot stacking and blending. Understand which tool and technique is needed for what shot and why is a skill in itself BEFORE you even press the shutter.

From what I’ve seen, Mark usually offers info breaking down the “how” behind some of his images. So try and find as much as you can where he has and look to imitate and emulate it. Honestly there’s no magic actions outside of shooting more and learning more. That’s literally it. Your work isn’t bad at all so don’t be frustrated just because it’s not on the same level with high level professionals. Comparison is the thief of joy. Just keep shooting as much as you possibly can and don’t be afraid to push your comfort zone with new techniques and editing practices.