The process of developing a coherent and vibrant photography portfolio can be challenging as well as exciting. A portfolio that shows the unique voice of an artist and emphasizes his/her technical and artistic abilities is crucial when reaching out to galleries. In a series of private meetings we will work together to create a portfolio, something that you truly believe in and can submit to shows and galleries with confidence.

PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT

Working together in private sessions can encompass a range of goals that are meaningful to each photographer from beginners to those already quite accomplished. Enhancing technical knowledge allows students to increase the clarity and nuance in their work. This exploration, with personal support, often leads to students’ finding, or expanding, their unique artistic voice.

Working in Film: All photographers working in film must have access to a darkroom. Beginners, including total beginners, are welcome!

Working Digitally: Photographers focusing on design and expression who are working at an intermediate level and above technically are welcome.

Our Schedule: Private sessions can be arranged in many ways, weekly or at intervals as best suits each photographer’s needs.

PRIVATE LESSONS

It is important to remember when having a critique, it is just one person’s opinion.

As photographers gather a body of work a critique session can help to fine-tune and focus an artist’s direction. Rather than approach the session as a judgement, I often start by asking which images mean the most to a photographer and then we can explore the ways these images resonate for her/him. Surprisingly, photos that are not necessarily the most polished, dramatic or even complete may turn out to be the ones most connected to the inner vision a photographer hopes to fulfill. I believe by understanding this, it may become clear that the work you want to make is already within you. What really matters is trusting your initial instinct when you look through the camera.

CRITIQUE