Having a mentor can be a game-changer in your development as a photographer. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, the guidance of a mentor can help you grow faster, overcome obstacles, and unlock new opportunities.

1:1 Learning: Zoom meetings provide real time learning on technical skills, from mastering in camera operation, to post processing, to creative approach.

Inspiration and New Ideas: Exposure to different styles, techniques, and perspectives can help spark your own creativity and encourage you to think outside the box. 

Constructive Critique: Support and specialized feedback on requested work as you venture out to implement learned skills.

Focused Learning: We will address specific aspects of photography, such as portraiture, event photography, studio lighting, and post-processing techniques. This focused learning can help you master certain niches or areas that are challenging for you.

Problem Solving: If you encounter technical difficulties with your equipment or software in the field, having a mentor to call can make the difference in client retainment through a successful or unsuccessful photoshoot. 

Defining Your Niche and Style: Within your chosen focus, harnessing your particular style and approach will help you to stand out in a competitive market. Making your work recognizable will attract clients looking for your specific aesthetic.

Help with Business Structure: Discussion of action steps as you establish your LLC, register your business, and obtain necessary permits and insurance. Contracting, Invoices, and Payments. Creating a workflow system, organizational tools and file management.

Creating a strong Portfolio: I will help you curate your best work that showcases who you are as a photographer, including presentation through your curated website.

Personal Brand: Going over consistent brand identity, including logo, colors, and typography, promoting a consistent tone across all of your promotional materials to reinforce your aesthetic and professionalism.

Value your time: How to correctly price your services, creating pricing structures and packages that reflect your skill level and experience. 

Equipment and Software: We will discuss what elements you need to be a specialist in your area of focus as far as camera gear, glass, lighting, and editing software. 

Client Strategy: From Social Media, to SEO, to Networking and leveraging word of mouth, how to get a freelance business off the ground.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, the guidance of a mentor can help you grow faster, overcome obstacles, and unlock new opportunities. Developing yourself as a freelance photographer takes time, patience, and a commitment to continuously improving both your creative skills and business practices. By defining your niche, creating a strong portfolio, and consistently marketing your services, you can establish a profitable and sustainable business. Focus on delivering high-quality work, building relationships with clients, and staying organized to ensure long-term success.