Custom learning opportunities to fit your needs
The longer I’ve been in this industry, the more I’ve grown to appreciate the opportunities I’ve had to use my experience & knowledge to help others achieve their photography & business goals. I’ve been fortunate enough to have had the chance to speak at a number of workshops and conferences, but I’m also excited to offer smaller mentor sessions in order to address your specific needs. These mentor sessions are intentionally designed to be flexible—whether that’s understanding the basics of your camera settings or a deep-dive into your workflow and bookkeeping, I’m available for 1:1 sessions catered to your individual needs. Take a look at the options below and don’t hesitate to reach out via the contact form for more information!
The 2 Hour // $325
In-person or video chat
Personalized curriculum to fit your needs
The 4 Hour // $600
In-person or via video chat
Personalized curriculum to fit your needs
Portfolio review and/or headshot session
The 8 hour // $1,000
Full-day personalized workshop experience
In-person or via video chat
Live shoots available for in-person meeting
Portfolio review and/or headshot session
Popular Topics
Each session can be catered to fit your specific needs—but below are some popular subjects that others have chosen.
Shooting technique/camera settings
Client experience & inquiry workflow
Finances & bookkeeping (quickbooks, pricing etc)
Social media strategy/marketing
Posing & working with clients
Reception lighting
Editing workflow & backups
Getting started in wedding photography
Bring a friend!
I get it—maybe 1:1 feels a little too personal—no worries! I promise I’m friendly, but if you’d rather learn alongside your friends I’m happy to accommodate mentor sessions up to 5 people. Receive a discount of $100/person for groups of 2-5.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
Katie // 2020
“I’ve always admired Mark’s authenticity and talents. I gained so much knowledge listening to his experience and advice — even as an established photographer, he taught me the importance of doing good business while also delivering an unforgettable client experience. He encourages you to not get distracted by what's popular at any given time in the industry, but rather to stay true to your purpose and curate honest, timeless moments that clients will truly cherish. I left his presentation feeling extremely inspired and confident in pursuing my own business in a way that was meaningful to me. What impresses me most about Mark, aside from his portfolio, is his kind, generous and thoughtful character. It's why I constantly refer clients to him and why I'd highly recommend signing up for a mentor session with him.”
Jason // 2019
“Mark is not only one of the most talented photographers I know but one of the best at articulating WHY he makes wedding art. He understands the need to communicate both the information AND the heart behind what we do as artists, a skill that truly benefits anyone looking to be in it for the long-haul in this industry”.
Bridget // 2018
“Mark is truly skilled in his workflow, the nuts and bolts of backing up photos, his editing technique, and his client relationships. He’s kind of the whole package. Working with him in any capacity—from being in front of his camera, to learning from him behind it—is a gift. I’m lucky to have done both! Mark helped me create an organized and reliable backup system for my photos. He made specific suggestions that have dramatically helped to streamline my workflow. His instruction has helped save me time and has given me the confidence that my photos will be safe for years to come”.
Ellen // 2020
“The wisdom, advice, and guidance Mark provides is unmatched. I’ve participated in several different mentoring programs, and Mark was by far the best investment I’ve made. No topic was off limits. From shooting techniques to lighting to dreaded taxes, Mark was so transparent. In turn, I walked away with many new ideas to immediately implement into my business. I recently turned my photography side hustle into my full-time gig, and Mark gave me the tools to bring my photography to the next level.”
Zac // 2020
“We had a really awesome experience working with Mark! We truly admire his passion and dedication to this industry. He broke our questions down step by step into tangible and digestible action items that we could start implementing in our business right away. He answered all of our questions in depth—whether it was about photography, lighting, the business side of things and more. He has a great energy and is just generally inspiring to be around. Mark is an amazing artist and educator and we look forward to working with him again in the future!”
Rebekah // 2019
“Mark always goes above and beyond to help you succeed. There's never any sense of competition. Learning from him feels like you're hanging out with a good friend and then afterwards you realize that he's effortlessly shared so much seasoned knowledge. He's particularly skilled in managing client relationships. This comes through in his photographs with the atmosphere he's able to create and ease that you feel around him. His depth of experience allows him to tailor expertise to where you're looking to expand skills”.