Mentoring and Education for Photographers
Personalised teaching and mentoring experiences crafted to help photographers and creatives advance their skills, no matter their level of expertise. Whether you’re looking for one-on-one guidance through ZOOM, in-person mentoring in Hawke’s Bay, or group workshops in New Zealand or abroad, I provide the tools, insights, and inspiration to elevate your craft.
With expertise in fine art portraiture, creative idea generation, lighting techniques, and editing in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, my sessions are built to empower you with actionable skills and knowledge. As an experienced speaker at renowned international conferences like WPPI in Las Vegas and The Portrait Masters in Arizona, I also offer dynamic keynote presentations and specialised topics for event organisers.
Explore the options below to find the mentoring or teaching format that aligns with your goals, and let’s take your creativity to the next level.
Online Mentoring Sessions
ONLINE - ZOOM
My mentoring sessions are designed to provide personalized guidance tailored to your unique photography journey. Conducted via ZOOM, these one-on-one sessions offer the flexibility to connect from anywhere in the world, whether you're seeking help with creative idea generation, mastering photography theory, refining your editing techniques, or receiving a comprehensive portfolio critique.
Each session is charged at an hourly rate, allowing you to focus on the areas where you need the most support. Together, I'll delve into your goals, challenges, and aspirations, creating a space for insightful discussion and practical solutions. Let's unlock your creative potential and elevate your craft to the next level.
$395US - $700NZ/Hour
In Person Teaching
HAWKES BAY, NEW ZEALAND
Immerse yourself in a hands-on learning experience with my in-person mentoring sessions in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand. Over three intensive days, you’ll receive one-on-one guidance tailored to your creative goals, whether it’s mastering the art of lighting in the studio or on location, developing your editing skills in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, or exploring the creative process and idea generation.
This personalised teaching approach allows you to build your own portfolio as we work together, with every step designed to refine your skills and inspire your creativity. The fee includes access to a professional model, hair and makeup services, and full use of the studio, ensuring you have everything you need to bring your vision to life.
$6,995US - $12,000NZ for 3 Days
International In-Person Mentoring
US, EU, AU
Take your skills to the next level with my international mentoring sessions, where I bring tailored teaching directly to your studio or one you’ve sourced. Over three days of my teaching for up to 3 people, with the cost also covering travel time, you’ll gain expert guidance in areas such as creative idea generation, lighting techniques (studio or on location), and editing workflows in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
These sessions can be one-on-one or shared with friends, colleagues, or staff, making them a flexible and collaborative learning experience. Airfares are additional, but the fee covers three full days of personalised teaching designed to elevate your craft and creative vision.
$9,995US (3 days incl travel time)
+$1000US per extra person.
Workshops NZ/International
NEW ZEALAND OR OVERSEAS
Elevate your team's skills or host an inspiring group workshop with my mentoring sessions, available in New Zealand or internationally. These sessions cater to groups of up to 20 people and are perfect for building fine art portrait portfolios, mastering painterly lighting setups, diving into creative theory and idea generation, and refining your editing techniques in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
Whether you're a collective of photographers or a creative team, these workshops provide an immersive and collaborative learning experience. Designed to inspire and elevate, each session can be tailored to your needs, ensuring everyone leaves with valuable new skills and insights. Travel costs apply for international bookings.
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Speaking & Conferences
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS OR KEYNOTES
Bring engaging and insightful presentations to your conference with my experience as a speaker and keynote presenter. Having spoken at numerous events both in New Zealand and internationally—including WPPI in Las Vegas, The Portrait Masters Conference in Arizona, and The New Zealand Photography Show—I offer dynamic talks tailored to your audience.
From specialised topics such as creative idea generation and painterly lighting techniques to live onstage presentations and demonstrations, my sessions are designed to inspire, educate, and connect with attendees. Whether you're looking for a keynote address or a focused workshop, I bring a wealth of experience and passion for sharing knowledge to every stage.