my hope for you

I can specifically remember the day over twelve years ago that I said, “I think I really want to be a wedding photographer.” I had no formal training, had never taken any type of class or workshop, I lived in a tiny town with no industry connections, but I had a passion for capturing people and telling their stories. Fast forward twelve years, I would never have known where this amazing journey of photography would have taken me. I’ll be honest, there were a lot of tears, late nights, mistakes and lessons learned along the way. But I am so thankful I pushed through and kept going. I am blessed to have my dream job and do something I love every day.

My hope is for you to also secede in your business and reach those crazy goals that you feel are so far away. I want you to be able to discover your unique brand and mission, reach your dream clients, market with confidence, be profitable and create a business you love and enjoy. And hopefully a lot less struggles along the way!

education opportunities

workshops

My workshops, hosted in both the United States and abroad, are for photographers wishing to grow their business, their shooting skills and learn how to attract the right clients. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from myself and other established creatives in the wedding industry, meet and network with other photographers, shoot one or more gorgeous styled shoots for use in your portfolio as well as learn these following topics I have gained experience on in my last ten years of shooting:
-Branding and Creating a Unique Voice
-Curating Your Portfolio
-Transitioning From Digital to Film
-Collaborating with Vendors
-Composition and Unique Images
-Working with Different Types of Light
-Pricing and Reaching Your Target Client
-Tips for Getting Published
-Social Media and Growing a Following
-Advertising and Marketing
-Booking Destination Weddings and Clients

one:one mentorship

My one-on-one mentor sessions are tailored to fit your needs and help take your artistic work and business to the next level.
During this in-person one day workshop, we can work through your struggles, help find your unique direction and brand voice, develop a marketing and advertising strategy, review and curate your portfolio, revise your pricing, learn shooting techniques, lighting, styling and composition, talk about getting published and create a strategy to take your photography or creative business to new heights.

Day workshops include a photoshoot specific to your portfolio building needs with the option to upgrade to a customized wedding styled shoot designed specifically for your brand.

As part of the session, you will receive a custom welcome gift and access to all my pricing and workshop presentations. Even if you are just beginning your business or you are a seasoned pro wanting to push to something new, strengthen your skills and grow your business through a custom one-on-one mentor session.

coaching calls

My one hour skype coaching calls are tailored to fit your needs and discuss any topics you might be struggling or questioning in your business.

During this one hour call, we can talk through hurdles that are holding you back from growing, new strategies to grow your business and clarity on direction and decisions to help you succeed.

These calls are for any creative professionals wanting to enhance their business. Before the call, you will prepare a list of questions or concerns on any topics related to your business or art form. I am a open book willing to share my experiences and knowledge to help you reach new levels.

Coaching calls are available as a one hour call or discounted for two hours or four quarterly check-in calls.

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