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Photography Coaching and Mentoring

Nothing is more exciting and scary than trying something new or deciding to up your game to the next level! It's exciting because it means learning new knowledge, skills, and abilities. It's scary because it involves risk and the possibility of failure. But what if you had a coach to help you navigate the uncertainty? Someone who could personalize the learning? A mentor who could help you manage the risk, chart a path forward, help you avoid common pitfalls, and be there to provide an unbiased second opinion.

If you believe in yourself and are ready to invest in your future, consider exploring the benefits of hiring an experienced photography coach.

Take advantage of my free, no-obligation 30-minute consultation. The consultation lets you tell me about your next-level photography and business goals. Use the time to ask clarifying questions, assess our compatibility, and discuss fees and expectations. I can promise you a candid conversation.

Here’s what I have to offer.

Coaching and Mentoring Services

I am a professional creative photographer, instructor, workshop leader, and small business owner. I am intellectually honest, communicate clearly, and am an experienced facilitator. I offer one-to-one photography coaching, mentoring, and advisement services.

Establishing a Relationship

My coaching and mentoring service is all about you. It is all about helping you reach your future goals and objectives. Step one is to establish a baseline and learn about you. What motivates you? What is your current photographic and business experience? What are your immediate and short-term goals? Tell me about your dream goals. Where do you see yourself in 3, 5, or 10 years? Finally, how much time and resources you can devote to achieving your goals?

The Process

You can expect a structured but flexible process and open dialogue. Each pre and post-session will include notes with suggested action items. The process is fluid. Expect that the more you learn, your objectives and goals may change.

No matter where you live, service is just a click away. Distant clients are not uncommon. If you live locally (Central Oregon), in-person meetings are possible.

Coaching & Mentoring Services Offered

There is no one-size-fits-all success plan. The list below represents a menu of available service categories. The list is not sequential or necessarily progressive. Your interests and goals drive the process and coaching content.

  • Photography Specific

    • Equipment and editing software assessment and exploration,

    • Advanced photography skills and editing techniques,

    • Image review, critique, and constructive feedback,

    • File organization and management,

    • Printing and product preparation.

  • Business Specific

    • Genres and opportunities,

    • Design and models,

    • Target audience and competition survey,

    • Revenue streams and expenses,

    • Product and service pricing,

    • Calculating profit and loss,

    • Representation and online presence,

    • Marketing and advertising.

  • Goals and Aspirations,

    • Related resources and networking references.

Fees and Payment Schedule

Coaching and mentoring services are, by nature, long-term relationships. We work jointly to define your goals, create a big-picture plan, methodically develop your knowledge and skill set, track progress, and, if necessary, modify the plan along the way.

Fee Schedule

All fees are based on a minimum three-month commitment. Fees are paid in advance. Next-level goals are rarely accomplished in three months, but there is no obligation beyond the first three months. There is a discount incentive for committing to six months or longer.

One Quarter Commitment

Cost per Quarter: $450 (12-week period)

Direct Contact Hours: 9 hours, 6 sessions, twice per month at 1.5 hours per session

Indirect Contact Services: Offline photo critiques at no additional charge. One five-set photo critique per month. Each review includes feedback about photo composition, editing techniques, and improvement suggestions.

Six Month Commitment

Cost per Quarter: $360 (24-week period)

Direct Contact Hours: 18 hours, 12 sessions, twice per month at 1.5 hours per session

Indirect Contact Services: Offline photo critiques at no additional charge. One five-set photo critique per month. Each review includes feedback about photo composition, editing techniques, and improvement suggestions.

  • The service is designed for photographers with solid knowledge and skill sets who wish to achieve next-level photography and for those looking to improve or establish a business of photography. If you are unsure, give us a call (480-204-3109). We would be happy to speak with you.

  • Typically, the service is delivered via video conferencing. However, local clients can request in-person sessions.

  • Scheduling is flexible. Video sessions are limited to 90 minutes and scheduled every other week unless otherwise agreed.

  • Clients receive an electronic invoice, which must be paid with a credit card.

  • Participants must pre-pay for the service. Payment is not refundable. However, we are flexible. For example, if the contract agreement is for three months, but you cannot schedule the total contact hours during this period, it is possible to extend the contract to receive the total.number f direct contact hours.