Photography Mentorship & Education
Level Up Your Skills | Grow with Confidence
Whether you're just starting your photography journey or looking to refine your craft, my mentorship and education options are designed to help photographers elevate their skills in studio, natural light, newborn, family, and headshot photography. With years of real-world experience, hands-on sessions, and personalized guidance, I offer education that’s both inspiring and practical.
Why Learn With Me?
As a working professional specializing in family, newborn, maternity, headshot, and branding photography, I’ve spent over a decade mastering both the artistic and business sides of this industry. Through my mentorship programs, I offer transparent insights, tailored advice, and real support with no fluff - just real learning, at your pace.
When I started out, I had a million questions about anything you could think of from how to work settings on a camera to business-related photography questions. I wish I had someone I could have asked questions to or seen how something was done in person to help fast track my career.
WhaT Photographers Are Saying:
“Very helpful and a kind instructor, gives lots of help and feedback if needed. Nice studio and set up! Would definitely take a course from her again.”
“Recently had a practice with Deborah’s workshop. Got a lot of new experience and knowledge in working with studio light in a cozy ambience and with a team. Thanks to Deborah’s patience with many of my questions and for providing full explanations of the nuances of the equipment we used when working with a model. Deborah is a very knowledgeable and nice person.”
If you are a new photographer or looking to gain more experience, these sessions are for you.
Mentorship Options
1:1 Photography Mentorship
Custom guidance, just for you.
Whether you're struggling with lighting, posing, editing, or business strategy—this is where we dive deep. These sessions are designed around your specific goals.
Choose studio or natural light
In-person or virtual
Includes portfolio review, Q&A, and a follow-up plan
Perfect for: photographers who want focused, fast-track learning.
Studio Lighting Mastery
Learn how to work with light—confidently.
You’ll get hands-on experience in a real studio environment, learning how to shape light for newborns, families, and headshots.
Light setups & modifiers
Posing and workflow
Styling and session flow
Includes a styled shoot to build your portfolio.
Newborn & Family Photography Training
Safety. Flow. Connection.
Learn how to safely and beautifully photograph newborns and families, from booking to delivery.
Baby safety techniques
Wrapping, posing, soothing
Natural family interaction prompts
Editing & delivery workflow
Headshot & Branding Photography for Creatives
More than just a headshot.
Learn how to create brand-forward, expressive portraits that clients actually want to use. Perfect if you’re branching into commercial work.
Posing for professionals
Brand styling guidance
Lighting setups for modern headshots
Client experience & sales strategy
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What You’ll Get
This is not a cookie-cutter course. This is mentorship—tailored to YOU.
Custom Goal Mapping
We'll start by identifying your strengths, challenges, and creative vision so we can build a mentorship plan around what you actually need.
Live Mentorship Session (In-Studio or Virtual)
A full 2–4 hour session focused on the topics you care about most:
Studio lighting & modifiers
Natural light photography
Posing for newborns, families, or headshots
Client experience & sales workflow
Editing techniques
Building confidence on set
Portfolio review and creative direction
Optional Styled Shoot Add-On
Practice what you’ve learned in a real-world setup with access to props, studio space, and a model (family, newborn, or branding/headshot).
Follow-Up Strategy Call (2 Weeks Later)
Because growth happens after the session—this check-in call helps keep you on track and accountable.
Book Your Mentorship
Investment:
Starting at $595 CAD
Includes 1:1 session, pre-session call, and follow-up support
Optional Add-Ons:
Styled session +$360
Full portfolio review +$195
- Available in Calgary studio or via Zoom
- Limited spots each month
Ready to Invest in Your Growth?
Whether you're ready to book a mentorship or just have a few questions, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s create your next step together.
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