photography mentorship training

Your journey to becoming the photographer you want to be and building a business that you love starts here.

what past students are saying

  • Dan w.

    "You put into words all the issues I was feeling! I'm excited to set up on my own and keep pushing the techniques!"

  • Loana P.

    "Sam is very easy to understand and easy to connect with. I'm definitely feeling more confident and can't wait to practice."

  • Regina G.

    “This class was exactly what I was looking for to push me to try something new, and I couldn't be happier that I did. Thanks so much Sam!”

  • Nate H.

    “Sam was patient, prepared, and fun. I left feeling way more confident as a photographer, and my photos have drastically improved since.”

  • Shelah R.

    “I found my first session so helpful that I ended up booking another ‘Ask-Me-Anything!’ session.”

  • Benito R.

    “The studio is set up to be an amazing and safe space to be creative in. Sam would give the most timely instructional nudges.”

  • Jason L.

    “If you’re looking to sharpen your skills, I definitely recommend Sam’s mentoring services. His insight and coaching was super helpful.”

  • Liz R.

    “Sam’s portrait workshop gave me the hands-on experience I needed to gain confidence with studio lighting.”

1-on-1 mentorship training

My flagship course, for photographers that want to develop their style and confidence in a studio setting. Learn the best lighting, directing and posing, retouching, and more, as you develop a body of work that you will be proud of sharing to promote your business. Wherever you are in your journey, this course will make you a better, more well-equipped photographer. Payment plans are available at up to six monthly installments.

What’s Included:

  • In depth pre-training questionnaire

  • Portfolio/website critique (recorded Zoom call)

  • Three 2-hour in person training sessions

  • Follow up Zoom calls following each session

  • Photoshop Training (recorded Zoom call)

  • Unlimited email support throughout our time together

photoshoot shadowing

Bring me along on your next photoshoot and I’ll play the role of both assistant and lighting technician, as you practice your craft and experience the magic of great portraiture. Whether you shoot natural light or want to learn how to use lights in studio or on location, this will teach you everything you need to know to execute your ideal photoshoot with absolute confidence.

What’s included:

  • In depth pre-training questionnaire

  • Portfolio, social, and website critique

  • Two-hour studio or location training session

  • Follow up call after our training (recorded Zoom session)

  • Email support throughout our time together

online consulting

Stuck in a rut with your photography or your business? Hop on a Zoom call with me and let's get over that next hill together. Whether you need guidance with gear, lighting, coaching, retouching, running your business, portfolio or website audits, or anything else, nothing is off limits. Your video call is recorded and delivered to you, complete with a notated summary, as well as my list of go-to resources for further education.

What’s included:

  • In depth pre-call questionnaire

  • One-hour Zoom session

  • Recording of call w/ summary notes

Portrait 
Photography 
Academy

Get regular online support from me and a community of like-minded people as you improve your craft, strengthen your mindsets, and grow your photography business.

JOIN NOW AND GET INSTANT ACCESS…

  • Questions will always be coming up as you pursue your craft and your business. Get those questions answered in real time from myself and the community on my live Zoom calls. Nothing is off limits.

  • There is no better way to rapidly improve your photography than to have your images regularly reviewed.

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  • Join now to get grandfathered in at 75% off, and get forever access to a growing library of course content to help you supercharge your photography and your business.