This mentorship is designed specifically for beginner photographers who want to grow their skills and start building a business that works. Each session is custom-designed to meet your needs and meet you exactly where you are in your journey. Whether you want to focus on photography skills like camera settings, lighting, and editing in Lightroom/Photoshop, or dive into business topics like client management, pricing, branding, and creating sessions that truly delight your clients, we’ll tailor the session to what will help you most.

One key lesson is how to avoid the unsustainable “shoot and burn” trap, which often leads to burnout. Many beginners focus on quantity over quality, rushing sessions or delivering uncurated images, which can leave clients underwhelmed. In this session, you’ll learn how to elevate the client experience - from thoughtful planning and guidance to delivering beautiful, curated images - so your work shines and your clients feel truly valued.

Before we meet, we’ll create a list of your questions and goals so our time is tailored to what matters most to you. We’ll start with a relaxed Q&A covering both business and photography topics, then move into hands-on shooting, editing, or both - whatever will give you the most practical benefit.

The session concludes with a professional headshot shoot. Headshots are more than just photos; they’re a tool to showcase yourself online, attract clients, and experience what it’s like to be on the other side of the camera - invaluable insight for your own sessions.

Your session includes:

1.5 hours of personalized Q&A tailored to beginners

1 hour of hands-on shooting and/or editing

30-minute professional headshot session

Follow-up support and guidance

$300

By the end of this session, you’ll leave with practical photography and business skills, a professional headshot, confidence to elevate every session you do, and the start of a new friendship - someone cheering you on as you grow!