Photography Lessons in the Philadelphia Area

Ten Years of Professional Experience.

A Decade of Fine Art Storytelling.

Now, It’s Your Turn.

Photography isn’t just about clicking a button — it’s about seeing light, shaping emotion, and telling a story that feels alive. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to refine your artistic voice, my photography lessons are designed to help you create intentional, meaningful images with confidence.

These are hands-on, real-world photography lessons rooted in fine art — not trends, shortcuts, or presets.

Fine Art Photography Classes & Mentoring

Ready to elevate your photography and finally understand why an image works?

My photography classes and private mentoring sessions are built to help you move beyond “pretty” and into purposeful, professional-level work — from shooting to editing to presentation.

What You’ll Learn

How to master composition and use it to tell a story

How to find and shape light in any environment — beach, field, home, or city

How to see creatively and use angles that bring life and emotion into your images

How to hand-edit with intention to transform an image from ordinary to extraordinary

This is about learning to see differently, not just copy a look.

A Hands-On, Supportive Learning Experience

I don’t believe in vague advice or overwhelming theory. Every session is practical, encouraging, and tailored to you.

You’ll walk away knowing:

  • What to look for before you even lift your camera

  • How to shoot with confidence and clarity

  • How to edit with consistency and purpose

  • How to develop your own recognizable style

  • From “meh” to WOW — without the guesswork.

NJ & Philadelphia Photography Workshops

What to Expect

  • Personalized Guidance

  • Every lesson is customized to your experience level, camera, and goals.

  • Hands-On Learning

  • We shoot, we edit, we review — together. You’ll learn by doing, not watching.

  • Expert Instruction

With over 14 years of experience and a decade as a professional fine art photographer, I’ll guide you through real techniques I actually use in my business.

Interactive Q&A

No gatekeeping. Ask the questions you’ve been afraid to ask — and get honest, clear answers.

Why Learn With Me?

  • Experienced Fine Art Photographer with real-world client experience

  • Supportive, encouraging teaching style — no intimidation here

  • Flexible scheduling for busy creatives

  • Results-driven mentoring focused on confidence, growth, and skill

  • I’ll always be your biggest cheerleader — and your honest guide.

In-Person One-on-One Photography Workshop

$200 | Up to 2 Hours

This is a private, immersive learning experience designed just for you.

What’s Included:

  • On-site styled photo shoot

  • Models and styling provided

  • Shooting guidance in real time

  • Follow-up Zoom editing session

  • Recorded editing walkthrough to keep forever

    You’ll learn how to:

  • Find and shape light

  • Style and direct subjects

  • Shoot with intention

  • Edit consistently and beautifully

  • Use any camera and lens effectively

  • By the end, you’ll feel confident, capable, and inspired.

Virtual Mentoring Option

Prefer to learn from home?

Zoom Mentoring: $60/hour

Perfect for:

  • Editing guidance

  • Portfolio reviews

  • Shooting technique

  • Style development

  • Workflow refinement

  • Editing Education & Resources

Our Last NJ Photography Workshop

Learn to Hand-Edit Like This

Explore my complete hand-editing video library, where I walk you through my editing process from start to finish — no shortcuts, no presets doing the work for you.

Editing Bundle:

$19.99 — Learn to edit professional-quality beach and fine art portraits with intention.

More Than Photography: Business & SEO Mentoring

Being a fine art photographer isn’t just about creating beautiful images.

I also teach:

  • Marketing for photographers

  • Website structure & SEO

  • Blogging for visibility

  • How to rank for your keywords without burnout

I’m SEO-certified and happy to guide you toward a strategy that actually works — without gimmicks.

New Jersey photography workshop: Photographers honing their craft in a scenic outdoor setting, learning portrait techniques and lighting skills.

Shooting Star Photography LLC

Learn to hand-edit beautiful beach portraits.

$19.99 For Our Editing Bundle

Editing Videos
Photography workshop in New Jersey: Participants learning Photoshop editing techniques and improving their skills in a hands-on, creative environment.

Learn to edit like this!

Check out our site for complete hand-editing videos. From start to finish.

Make it Happen

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