Iowa Family Photographer

“Mentors are willing to share a bit of themselves so another person might grow closer to what he or she is capable of becoming.”

1:1 Mentoring – 3 Hours

If you’ve been dreaming of taking your photography skills to the next level, wondering how you can turn your love of photography into a profitable business, or just wanting to take better images of your kids, booking 1:1 mentoring will help you to be more confident and you will learn everything you need to know to create beautiful, emotive, meaningful images.

I remember when I was first starting out how overwhelmed I felt, wanting to learn everything I could, to create the kind of images that my soul was calling me to create. I dreamt of having an incredible photography business, beautiful website, creating those beautiful color tones in images, and capturing all the love, emotion, and amazing light. It took years and years of dedication and hard work for me to perfect my shooting and editing skills, and to uncover all of the secrets that I will be sharing with you in this mentorship. I will share with you everything you need to know to make your dreams as a photographer come true.

You choose what you would like the most help with and what we spend the most time on. Editing, Session workflow, website etc.

WHAT WE WILL COVER

  • What’s in my bag. The gear I use most frequently and why.
  • Camera Settings – using manual mode, nailing exposure and focus.
  • Styling the session – Colors, neutrals, monochromatic color schemes, textures etc. Plus the styling service that I use and all of my favorite boutiques & dress rental businesses.
  • All of my favorite, life changing, photography resources. 
  • Session workflow – posing, directing, prompts and more.
  • Capturing emotion, details, and connection in your images.
  • Tips on starting your photography business. doing your cost of doing business, setting up an LLC, insurance, etc.
  • Shooting in all kinds of natural light and the best time of day for sessions.
  • Editing software that I use. Including all the must-have plugins, presets and actions.
  • Raw to finish editing workflow demonstration.
  • Scouting for locations and finding amazing spots for your sessions.
  • Marketing, word of mouth, social media, posting, tagging, hosting giveaways & promotions, networking, stylize sessions for your portfolio etc.
  • Photographers and groups that inspire me.
  • Creating your website. Yes, you can create, update and maintain a beautiful website yourself.
  • Private facebook group where you will be able to post questions for ongoing help.
  • Computers, external hard drives and cloud storage.
  • Finding YOUR voice as an artist, Developing your brand and being consistent.
  • Booking, invoices, contracts, client questionnaires, session guides & more.. 
  • Delivering online galleries. 
  • My favorite professional print labs.

INVESTMENT

  • $600

$100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot, with the remaining balance due before the day of the mentoring.