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Empowering Your Photography Journey: Mentorship for All Levels
Mentoring photographers is a passion of mine, rooted in my belief in community and the importance of giving back. Early in my career, I benefited from the guidance of multiple mentors who shared their knowledge and supported my growth; this experience inspired me to do the same for others. I believe photography is about storytelling, creativity, and expressing a unique vision. Through mentoring, I am helping emerging and established photographers navigate technical and artistic challenges, empowering them to find their voice and instill a new sense of creativity. Seeing my mentees grow and achieve their goals brings me so much joy, and I can’t wait to join you on your journey.
I mentor because I believe that through guidance, support, and shared knowledge, we can all elevate our craft and build a more vibrant and inclusive photographic community.
Note: I’m currently based in Greenville, SC but take me anywhere.
PORTFOLIO SHOOT DAY
Sometimes all it takes is pulling out your camera and shooting something that inspires you! I want to collaborate and put together a session that excites you and gives you a chance to try new things. We can walk through our session and discuss any questions you have about settings, posing, and more. Styled shoots aren’t just for newcomers—they’re beneficial for photographers at any stage of their career. We can design a portfolio-building shoot tailored to your needs.
Starting at $250/hr
1:1 IN PERSON OR ZOOM MEETING
Let’s sit down in-person or over a Zoom call to dive into your photography business! I’m here to answer your questions and discuss whatever will help you the most! We’ll tailor our session to address the areas that will have the biggest impact on you and your work, no matter what stage you are in. I want to make this as beneficial as possible for your specific needs. When you sign up, I'll send you a questionnaire to understand where you are, where you're stuck, and your top five questions/topics you’d like to cover.
Starting at $150/hr
THE GRAND TOUR
Join me in-person to dive into your photography business. We'll cover everything you need to succeed, from style and equipment to your website and Instagram. We’ll tailor our session to address what will have the biggest impact on your work. We'll start by discussing your goals and then move to hands-on experience with a live session customized for YOU. Feel free to ask any questions—nothing is off the table. I’m here to help you succeed.
Starting at $300/hr
Styled portfolio shoots must take place within 30 miles of Clemson, SC; and students with a valid student ID receive a 50% discount on all mentoring
Some of the topics that we can cover:
Portfolio Review, Web Site Review, Posing and Directing, Client Experience, Business Basics, SEO Basics, Workflow, Lighting Techniques, Editing and Style Consistency, Branding and Marketing, Off and On Camera Flash, Composition, Film Photography, Film Developing, Pricing, Backup and Archiving, Client Experience, Location Scouting, Creating GIFS, and MORE
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“Since the first day she has been extremely open to any questions we have. She caters to what we need and meets us where we're at skill wise. Sydney is someone that I can talk to like a friend but respect and learn from as a mentor, but she doesn’t make me feel "small" when explaining what should be obvious things when I ask ahah” -Rosie, 2024
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• “Since the first day she has been extremely open to any questions we have. She caters to what we need and meets us where we're at skill wise. Sydney is someone that I can talk to like a friend but respect and learn from as a mentor, but she doesn’t make me feel "small" when explaining what should be obvious things when I ask ahah” -Rosie, 2024 •
You’ve got questions? I’ve got answers.
Why do you require a non-refundable deposit?
The non-refundable deposit is for you to know that I will not book anyone over you, and that time slot is 100% yours.
What happens if we need to reschedule?
If the weather is un-photograph-able, on your portfolio shoot day, I will email you before your session to reschedule. You will have one month to reschedule for a later date. For Zoom meetings, you are free to reschedule up until 7 days prior to our appointment! However, the deposit will not be refunded if you cancel or do not show up.
How does the process work?
Inquire: Do you feel like we’d make a perfect match? Fill out my inquiry form & let’s get connected. Introductions: I’ll email you back and confirm the mentorship while we choose a date and time that works for both of us! Make It Official: Once we’ve finalized your mentorship I’ll send over the contract and deposit invoice to secure your date. Once you have all of that filled out, I’ll send over a questionnaire to get to know you and where you are in your photography journey. This is the time to put down all of your questions so we can come up with a game plan on what we will be covering!
Am I going to get the exact same thing as everyone else?
No two photographers are the same, and each one is on their own unique journey. That's why I design a personalized program just for YOU. We’ll explore your current goals and achievements, and together, we'll create a customized outline designed to take you further in your career. Whether you need portfolio images to show clients or just want to shoot something fun, this space is for you. Perhaps you want to learn more about storytelling during a couple shoot or how to execute a concept. Let’s do this together.
Do you charge travel fees?
Travel fees are vital for me if we are planning on heading somewhere out of the 35 mile radius from my home base of Clemson, SC. These fees cover my travel, potential lodging and car rentals.
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