Empower Your Photography Journey with Personalized Mentorship
Are you looking to take your photography skills to the next level with personalized guidance?
Do you want a mentoring experience tailored specifically to your unique needs and goals?
Are you seeking hands-on experience and constructive feedback to enhance your shooting and post-processing techniques?
I'm a big believer in community over competition. I don't keep secrets about running a business, taking photos, or even making my super special salad dressing. I'm here to help and teach everything I've learned. Despite my formal education in photography, the most valuable lessons have come from one-on-one interactions with fellow photographers. These experiences have allowed me to grow faster and more effectively in my field.
Each mentoring session is custom designed to meet your unique needs. We'll discuss your goals beforehand to ensure the session is tailored just for you. You can choose to have your mentoring session in person at my quirky home office or through Google video chat. While most lessons can be taught online, live shoot and review sessions are best done in person.
My approach towards mentoring is the same as my approach towards photography: it’s all about the experience. Your mentoring session will be tailored to what will benefit you, based on your specific needs. We’ll have a chat prior to our session so I have a sense of what you’re looking for and to ensure we make the most of the day. I want you to leave the day feeling inspired and confident!
Unique experience
What makes The Studio different will make your Shooting Bays workshop experience unique. We work out of a one-of-a-kind creative space that exudes character and ambiance and offersboth a standard studio set-up as well as lifestyle set options.
~ Full array of studio lighting
~Carefully curated accessories
~ Backdrops in a variety of colours and textures
~ Lifestyle sets (office/living room/kitchen)
During your workshop, you’ll be working in 3-4 shooting bays, with up to 7 models.
What we'll cover:
~ Studio set up
~ Lighting set up
~ Styling
~ Posing
~ Working with different ages, ethnicities, and pairings of models
~ Gear selection
And more!
How your day will unfold
This full-day event includes:
Morning session (10 am-12:30 pm):
- Mini lectures and instructions
- Shooting on set, Part I
Catered lunch (12:30-1:30)
Afternoon session (1:30-5:00 pm):
- Mini lectures and instructions
- Shooting on set, Part II
In this limited attendance creative workshop (maximum 5 participants), you will spend a day learning and working along side industry experts, including Lauren Kaufmann (of Kaufmann Photography and The Studio), wardrobe stylists, professional models, and hair and make-up artists. You’ll receive personalized instructions on the latest photographic techniques and get valuable one-on-one time with our experts. You’ll then have the chance to apply your lessons learned by capturing a range of beautiful images in our unique studio space.
$175/hour
Examples of topics we can discuss:
-storytelling
-the importance of client relations
-how to attract your ideal client
-presentation
-editing
-workflow
-posing
-building connections/trust-social media
-backing up your files
-finding inspiration
Consult with a professional stylist who curates a wardrobe specifically for you – your personal style will shine through, making you feel comfortable and confident.
Witness our Hair and Makeup Artist magic as they create an elevated version of you, capturing your essence while making you look and feel extraordinary.
$400 for 2 hours
Examples of topics we can discuss:
-storytelling
-the importance of client relations
-how to attract your ideal client
-presentation
-editing
-workflow
-posing
-building connections/trust-social media
-backing up your files
-finding inspiration
*I usually recommend a 2 hr minimum*
$1,899
Join our transformative 2-day workshop to diversify your photography portfolio and elevate your business.
Gain hands-on experience with professional stylists, models, and cutting-edge techniques, all designed to optimize your workflow and creativity. Whether you're looking to master lighting, enhance your editing skills, or build a captivating portfolio, this workshop offers personalized guidance to help you thrive.
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I currently have a limited amount of monthly mentorships available. These include a monthly call or Zoom call with you to help you hone into your pain points and provide solutions. This is an ongoing relationship and can be really valuable for those who need ongoing support.
Each plan is customized to you and your individual needs, so please contact me to receive a quote and pricing plan.
$1200
-2 hour live shoot
-post processing workflow
-image editing
We'll do a live shoot together where you'll have a chance to photograph a couple or do a portrait session. (By live shoot together, I really do mean you'll be shooting too, not just watching me shoot. That's weird). We'll critique your shooting style to see if there are any ways to improve the client experience, or adjust your poses to get the most flattering poses. I promise to be gentle. Afterwards we'll go through your post processing workflow to see if we can make some tweaks and adjustments to help you get faster and do an image review. Don't worry, I'm not here to tear you down. Constructive criticism only so we can all get better. You won't just leave with some new techniques, and some constructive criticism, but with some new content for your website.
Swag Bag: Receive a swag bag filled with local products and services
Valued at: $500
Custom Mood Board: Receive a custom mood board curated specifically for you. This visual guide captures the essence of your desired style and aesthetic, ensuring that every detail of your headshot session is aligned with your unique personal brand.
Valued at: $150
Consultation with a Professional Stylist : To make your experience truly exceptional, we're offering you a complimentary consultation with our expert stylist as a special bonus. This consultation allows you to collaborate with a professional who will guide you in selecting the perfect wardrobe pieces, ensuring that your personal style shines through in every shot.
Valued at $350
2 Extra Digitals
Thrilled to offer you a bonus of 2 additional professionally edited digital images. These images are a perfect way to expand your collection and give you even more options to showcase your unique professional brand.Valued at $500
Studio Rental Discount
Delighted to extend a significant discount on our studio rental services. You'll gain access to a half-day studio rental at a reduced rate of $500. This is an excellent opportunity for you to host your next business conference, workshop, or gathering in our luxurious studio space, allowing you to make a lasting impression on your audience.Valued at $500
Pay in Full Bonuses Valued at: $1000
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Swag Bag
Receive a swag bag filled with local products and services Valued at: $500
Custom Mood Board
Receive a custom mood board curated specifically for you. This visual guide captures the essence of your desired style and aesthetic, ensuring that every detail of your headshot session is aligned with your unique personal brand. Valued at: $150
Consultation with a Professional Stylist
To make your experience truly exceptional, we're offering you a complimentary consultation with our expert stylist as a special bonus. This consultation allows you to collaborate with a professional who will guide you in selecting the perfect wardrobe pieces, ensuring that your personal style shines through in every shot. Valued at $350
**ALL BONUSES VALUED AT $1000
Price: $1,199
When: February 1st
Where: The Studio at the Woolen Mill, Kingston ON
Time: Time slots will be offered at a first booked first served basis
A one-on-one experience custom designed for YOU. Whether you are relatively new to photography or an experienced photographer looking to enhance your skills, one-on-one mentoring is a valuable experience which will benefit your photography business, and I am here to help!
What we cover in our session is entirely up to you. We will have a chat prior to our mentoring sessions to ensure that I can help you efficiently and effectively in the time frame we have. Ultimately, my goal is that you walk away feeling like you have learned something new that you can use to better your photography or your business.
Prerequisites:
-Own and understand a DSLR camera and be comfortable shooting in Manual Mode
-Basic knowledge of aperture, shutter speed and ISO settings
-Basic knowledge of Photoshop
Examples of topics we can discuss:
-Achieving the best image straight out of camera
-Studio lighting
-Camera settings and angles to the art of posing
-Post- production in Photoshop
-Running a successful portrait business
$ Amount
Mentoring is priced by the hour. I usually recommend a minimum of two hours to allow enough time to fully cover everything you need.
Unique experience
What makes The Studio different will make your Shooting Bays workshop experience unique. We work out of a one-of-a-kind creative space that exudes character and ambiance and offersboth a standard studio set-up as well as lifestyle set options.
~ Full array of studio lighting
~Carefully curated accessories
~ Backdrops in a variety of colours and textures
~ Lifestyle sets (office/living room/kitchen)
During your workshop, you’ll be working in 3-4 shooting bays, with up to 7 models.
What we'll cover:
~ Studio set up
~ Lighting set up
~ Styling
~ Posing
~ Working with different ages, ethnicities, and pairings of models
~ Gear selection
And more!
How your day will unfold
This full-day event includes:
Morning session (10 am-12:30 pm):
- Mini lectures and instructions
- Shooting on set, Part I
Catered lunch (12:30-1:30)
Afternoon session (1:30-5:00 pm):
- Mini lectures and instructions
- Shooting on set, Part II
In this limited attendance creative workshop (maximum 5 participants), you will spend a day learning and working along side industry experts, including Lauren Kaufmann (of Kaufmann Photography and The Studio), wardrobe stylists, professional models, and hair and make-up artists. You’ll receive personalized instructions on the latest photographic techniques and get valuable one-on-one time with our experts. You’ll then have the chance to apply your lessons learned by capturing a range of beautiful images in our unique studio space.
I currently have a limited amount of monthly mentorships available. These include a monthly call or Zoom call with you to help you hone into your pain points and provide solutions. This is an ongoing relationship and can be really valuable for those who need ongoing support. Each plan is customized to you and your individual needs, so please contact me to receive a quote and pricing plan.
Access to Structured Learning: Continuous, step-by-step guidance on portrait photography techniques.
Ongoing Support: Direct access to mentors for feedback and troubleshooting.
Flexibility: Learn at your own pace
Accountability: Regular check-ins, progress tracking, and deadlines to help keep you motivated and ensure you stay on course.
Exclusive Content: Members-only bonus resources like presets or templates. Increased
Motivation: Monthly challenges and assignments to help keep you on track.
Cost-Effective: Pay monthly instead of upfront, making it easier to commit over time.
Skill Growth: Regular practice and consistent learning help you refine and master portrait photography.
Personalized Learning: Tailored feedback based on your progress and specific needs.Flexible
Subscription: Pause or cancel the membership as needed, offering you control over your learning journey.
Prerequisites:
Access to the internet. You will need reliable and strong internet to avoid tech malfunctions.
$ Amount
If you are looking to improve your online presence, or are thinking your website could use a few tweaks, the website critique is for you! I can review your website to look for areas of improvement (for example: image consistency, blog review, missing content, branding, or overall presentation) and send you feedback to improve how your website presents itself to your potential client.
This can either be done through a one hour in-person sit down meeting (tea or wine can be arranged), or you can send me a link to your website and the critique can be done virtually through screen sharing, which is a program I will be able to share with you prior to our session.
Unique experience
What makes The Studio different will make your Shooting Bays workshop experience unique. We work out of a one-of-a-kind creative space that exudes character and ambiance and offersboth a standard studio set-up as well as lifestyle set options.
~ Full array of studio lighting
~Carefully curated accessories
~ Backdrops in a variety of colours and textures
~ Lifestyle sets (office/living room/kitchen)
During your workshop, you’ll be working in 3-4 shooting bays, with up to 7 models.
What we'll cover:
~ Studio set up
~ Lighting set up
~ Styling
~ Posing
~ Working with different ages, ethnicities, and pairings of models
~ Gear selection
And more!
How your day will unfold
This full-day event includes:
Morning session (10 am-12:30 pm):
- Mini lectures and instructions
- Shooting on set, Part I
Catered lunch (12:30-1:30)
Afternoon session (1:30-5:00 pm):
- Mini lectures and instructions
- Shooting on set, Part II
In this limited attendance creative workshop (maximum 5 participants), you will spend a day learning and working along side industry experts, including Lauren Kaufmann (of Kaufmann Photography and The Studio), wardrobe stylists, professional models, and hair and make-up artists. You’ll receive personalized instructions on the latest photographic techniques and get valuable one-on-one time with our experts. You’ll then have the chance to apply your lessons learned by capturing a range of beautiful images in our unique studio space.
An in-person 2 hour shoot along with a 3 hour private mentoring session custom designed for what YOU feel you most need to work on. You will shoot alongside me - see how I set up the shoot and how I pose and interact with clients, and I will give you pointers and constructive criticism on how to improve (in a gentle way. Trust me, I’m a teacher).
My approach towards mentoring is the same as my approach to photography: it’s all about the experience. Your mentoring session will be tailored to what will benefit you, based on your specific needs. We’ll have a chat prior to our session so I have a sense of what you’re looking for and to ensure we make the most of the day. I want you to leave the day feeling inspired and confident!
Prerequisites:
Access to the internet. You will need reliable and strong internet to avoid tech malfunctions.
$ Amount
If you are looking to improve your online presence, or are thinking your website could use a few tweaks, the website critique is for you! I can review your website to look for areas of improvement (for example: image consistency, blog review, missing content, branding, or overall presentation) and send you feedback to improve how your website presents itself to your potential client.
This can either be done through a one hour in-person sit down meeting (tea or wine can be arranged), or you can send me a link to your website and the critique can be done virtually through screen sharing, which is a program I will be able to share with you prior to our session.
Unique experience
What makes The Studio different will make your Shooting Bays workshop experience unique. We work out of a one-of-a-kind creative space that exudes character and ambiance and offersboth a standard studio set-up as well as lifestyle set options.
~ Full array of studio lighting
~Carefully curated accessories
~ Backdrops in a variety of colours and textures
~ Lifestyle sets (office/living room/kitchen)
During your workshop, you’ll be working in 3-4 shooting bays, with up to 7 models.
What we'll cover:
~ Studio set up
~ Lighting set up
~ Styling
~ Posing
~ Working with different ages, ethnicities, and pairings of models
~ Gear selection
And more!
How your day will unfold
This full-day event includes:
Morning session (10 am-12:30 pm):
- Mini lectures and instructions
- Shooting on set, Part I
Catered lunch (12:30-1:30)
Afternoon session (1:30-5:00 pm):
- Mini lectures and instructions
- Shooting on set, Part II
In this limited attendance creative workshop (maximum 5 participants), you will spend a day learning and working along side industry experts, including Lauren Kaufmann (of Kaufmann Photography and The Studio), wardrobe stylists, professional models, and hair and make-up artists. You’ll receive personalized instructions on the latest photographic techniques and get valuable one-on-one time with our experts. You’ll then have the chance to apply your lessons learned by capturing a range of beautiful images in our unique studio space.
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