FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS, CREATIVES & BUSINESS OWNERS

Photography Courses That Grow With You

From building your foundation to refining advanced skills and real-world experience, these photography courses are designed to help you grow with confidence, wherever you’re starting.

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Do You Feel Like Your Photography Has More Potential Than You’re Currently Reaching?

Whether you’re building a foundation, refining your craft, or seeking hands-on mentorship and real-world experience, photography evolves through clarity, skill, and direction.

These education experiences are designed to support photographers as they develop technical ability, creative control, and the capacity to apply their work intentionally — at whatever stage they’re in.

Choose Your Experience

We’ve put together the tools to help photographers turn potential into progress.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with…

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A strong technical foundation you can rely on at any stage

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Practical experience applying skills in real shooting environments

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Clear direction for how to continue developing your work

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Guidance aligned with your current level and goals

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Choose Your Experience Level

Everyone comes into photography at a different stage. Choose the option below that best reflects where you are right now.

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$219 / 2.5- 3 hours

Camera Confidence Workshop

Beginners · Small-group workshop · In- person

This beginner-friendly workshop is designed to help you understand your camera, simplify the technical side of photography, and start creating intentional images with confidence. Through guided instruction and real examples, you’ll build a strong foundation that supports everything you do next behind the camera.

    • Camera gear: bodies, lenses, and accessories

    • Aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and how they work together

    • Basic lighting principles and color balance

    • Composition fundamentals: rule of thirds, framing, perspective

    • Practical tips to create intentional images

    Optional mini-exercises may be included to reinforce key concepts in a hands-on way without overwhelming the session.

    • Beginner photographers who want to finally understand how their camera works beyond auto mode

    • New camera owners who feel overwhelmed by settings, buttons, and menus

    • Hobbyists looking to build a strong photography foundation

    • Creatives and entrepreneurs wanting to take better photos for personal projects, small businesses, or social media

    • Parents and everyday storytellers who want to capture meaningful moments with confidence and clarity

    • Printed workbook with guides and notes

    • Light snacks and beverages

    • A small, supportive learning environment

    • Your camera (DSLR, mirrorless, or advanced point-and-shoot)

    • Curiosity and readiness to learn

    • Non-refundable, non-transferable

    • Credits may be applied toward future education, portrait sessions, or print credit (within 12 months)

    • Designed for beginner-level learning (not 1:1 This workshop is non-refundable and non-transferable

    • If you are unable to attend, your education fee may be applied as a credit toward a future workshop, a portrait session, or a print credit when paired with a paid session fee

    • Credits must be used within 12 months and hold no cash value

    • Workshop spots are limited and secured only upon receipt of full payment

    • Recording is not permitted without written consent)

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$390 / 2 hours

Photography Power Session

Personalized 1:1 session · In-studio or on location

Unlock your full photography potential with a personalized Photography Power Session — a focused, one-on-one experience designed to elevate your skills with clarity and confidence. This session is fully customized to your current level, creative goals, and the type of photography you want to master.

Ask every question. Explore your creative vision. Refine your technique. Walk away with practical skills you can apply immediately and a deeper understanding of how to create intentional, polished work behind the lens.

  • Foundations

    • Understanding exposure: ISO, shutter speed, aperture

    • Mastering manual mode

    • Lens selection and how it impacts your style

    • Getting crisp, sharp, intentional images

    Intermediate Growth

    • Shooting in challenging lighting situations

    • Composition techniques for polished storytelling

    • Color, white balance, and consistency

    • Working efficiently and confidently with your gear

    Growth + Creative

    • Improving proficiency with strobes and lighting setups

    • Dramatic lighting effects

    • Off-camera flash techniques

    • Creative portrait approaches

    Every Power Session is tailored to ensure you get maximum value and leave with clarity, confidence, and actionable steps.

    • Photographers who want personalized, one-on-one guidance instead of group learning

    • Beginners who understand the basics but want hands-on clarity

    • Hobbyists ready to move beyond auto and create intentional images

    • Intermediate photographers looking to refine technique or workflow

    • Creatives who feel stuck and want clear direction

    • Printed workbook with guides and notes

    • Light snacks and beverages

    • A small, supportive learning environment

    • Your camera (DSLR, mirrorless, or advanced point-and-shoot)

    • Curiosity and readiness to learn

    • Non-refundable and non-transferable

    • 48 hours’ notice required to reschedule, subject to availability

    • This session is strictly educational; no images or galleries are included

    • Participants are responsible for bringing their own equipment

    • Recording is not permitted without written consent

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$790 / Half-Day Session

Refine Your Craft

Intermediate · 1:1 focused learning

These focused sessions are designed for photographers who already understand the basics and are ready to develop more advanced skills. This level emphasizes lighting, composition, and workflow to help you feel confident handling more complex or professional-level shoots.

    • Advanced lighting techniques

    • Off-camera flash and strobe use

    • Creative composition and storytelling

    • Editing workflow and consistency

    • Hands-on exercises and guided practice

    • Graduates of the beginner workshop or Power Session

    • Photographers seeking advanced techniques and creative growth

    • Anyone wanting to excel at lighting, composition, and workflow

    • Printed workbook with guides and notes

    • Light snacks and beverages

    • A small, supportive learning environment

    • Your camera (DSLR, mirrorless, or advanced point-and-shoot)

    • Curiosity and readiness to learn

    • Non-refundable and non-transferable

    • Educational experience only

    • Credits valid within 12 months where applicable

    • Participants must bring their own gear

    • Recording is not permitted

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Half, Full, or Multi-Sessions

Shadow Me Mentorship Sessions

1:1 Mentorship · Custom scheduling

The Shadow Me & Mentorship experience is designed for photographers ready to move beyond theory into real-world application. This hands-on mentorship focuses on learning by doing, with real-time feedback, guided shooting, and portfolio development in live environments.

    • Serious learners committed to intensive, real-world learning

    • Photographers wanting hands-on guidance and feedback

    • Creatives aiming to build a professional-level portfolio

    • Those looking to accelerate growth through experience

    • On-location shooting (indoor and outdoor)

    • Adapting to changing lighting conditions

    • Real-time feedback on composition and technique

    • Live portfolio creation and critique

    • Advanced lighting: natural light, low light, strobes

    • Editing workflow and post-processing

    • Style development and storytelling

    • Non-refundable and non-transferable

    • 48 hours’ notice required for rescheduling

    • Educational experience only

    • Recording is not permitted

    • Participants are responsible for their own equipment

    • Individual results may vary

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MEET YOUR MENTOR

MEET YOUR MENTOR

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Hey there, fellow photographer - I’m Andrew

If you’re looking for a mentor who brings experience, intention, and clarity to photography education, you’re in the right place

I believe strong photography starts with understanding, not just your camera, but your creative choices and the moments you’re trying to capture.

Through education, coaching, and hands-on mentorship, my goal is to help photographers feel grounded in their skills, confident in their decisions, and capable of applying their work in real-world situations. This isn’t about shortcuts or trends. It’s about building skills, trust in your craft, and work you’re proud of over time.

Let’s Develop Your Craft →

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

GENERAL EDUCATION

  • No prior experience is required for beginner-level education. The Camera Confidence Workshop is designed specifically for beginners building a strong foundation. Other education experiences are tailored to your current skill level.

  • Formats vary by experience. Beginner workshops are discussion-based with visual examples and optional mini exercises. One-on-one sessions, advanced workshops, and mentorship experiences are hands-on and include real-time guidance.

  • You’ll gain a clear understanding of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO and how they work together. This foundation prepares you to begin using manual or semi-manual modes confidently.

  • The Camera Confidence Workshop includes a printed workbook with guides and notes. Other sessions may not include formal handouts, but you’ll leave with clear takeaways, direction, and practical knowledge you can apply immediately.

  • Individual results vary based on experience, practice, and application of the material taught. Education focuses on building understanding and skill over time.

SCHEDULING, PAYMENT & POLICIES

    • Camera Confidence Workshop: approximately 2.5–3 hours

    • Photography Power Session: approximately 2 hours

    • Intermediate & Advanced Workshops: half-day

    • Shadow Me & Mentorship: half-day, full-day, or multi-session options

  • Group workshops are intentionally limited to a maximum of 8 attendees to maintain a comfortable, interactive learning environment. One-on-one sessions and mentorship experiences are private.

  • Sessions are held at the Chippewa Falls photography studio or at an agreed-upon location, depending on the experience and learning goals.

  • All education experiences are reserved only after full payment is received.

  • All education experiences are non-refundable and non-transferable.

  • If you’re unable to attend, your education fee may be applied as a credit toward a future education experience, a Photography Power Session, a portrait session, or a print credit when paired with a paid portrait session fee. Credits must be used within 12 months and hold no cash value.

  • A minimum of 48 hours’ notice is required to reschedule one-on-one sessions or mentorship experiences, subject to availability.

  • In the unlikely event an education experience is rescheduled or canceled by the instructor, participants will be offered a credit or an alternative date.

EQUIPMENT, EXPECTATIONS & MENTORSHIP

  • Bring whatever camera you currently own. DSLR, mirrorless, or advanced point-and-shoot cameras are all welcome. Participants are responsible for bringing their own camera and equipment for all education experiences.

  • Group workshops are designed for foundational learning and do not include one-on-one instruction during class time.

  • All education experiences are instructional only. No images, galleries, or edited files are included unless explicitly stated in writing.

  • Recording of workshops, sessions, or mentorship experiences (audio, video, or screen capture) is not permitted without written consent.

  • Studio or professional equipment may be used for supervised demonstrations only. Equipment rental is not included unless arranged in advance.

  • Yes. All education experiences are conducted in a respectful learning environment. Disruptive behavior may result in removal without refund.

  • Many participants continue with additional Power Sessions, advanced workshops, Shadow Me mentorships, editing reviews, or portfolio critiques as part of an ongoing learning path.

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