Photography Mentoring Online - Monthly Mentoring Sessions
Monthly Photography Mentoring Online Sessions
The photography mentoring online programme has been designed as a service for anyone who wants photography advice, guidance and feedback on their work on an ongoing basis: The photography mentoring sessions will give you a fresh topic and objective to shoot and practise on each month.
Having a personal photography mentor will help you develop in all areas of photography. Photography Mentoring to help you grow.
Photography Mentoring with Foundation Plus Membership
Foundation Plus is an ongoing mentoring membership for photographers who want regular feedback, clear assignments and structured progress. Each month you complete a Practice Pack, upload up to three images and join me on Zoom for a focused Lightroom review.
What you get each month
- One 15-minute Zoom review in Lightroom.
- Critique of up to 3 images from your latest Practice Pack.
- Written follow-up notes after each session.
- Full access to the Practice Pack Library.
- Weekly Q&A support inside the members area.
- 10% discount on 1-2-1 lessons & workshops.
The structure is deliberately light-touch so you can fit it around work and life, but consistent enough to keep you improving every month.
How Foundation Plus works
- Choose a Practice Pack from the library to focus on this month.
- Shoot the assignment and upload up to three images to your Dropbox link.
- Book your monthly 15-minute Zoom review in my online calendar.
- We review your images live in Lightroom and agree practical next steps.
- Use the written notes and suggestions as the starting point for your next assignment.
Membership includes one review session per calendar month. Sessions don’t roll over – the aim is steady, regular progress.
How to join & membership terms
Membership is billed monthly and can be cancelled at any time. Your subscription includes one review session per month plus access to all member resources.
You can book your session on any available date from the 1st to the last day of your billing month. If you don’t use it within that month, it expires and doesn’t roll over.
The scheduler automatically shows times in your local time zone. My usual (UK) availability is:
- Mon–Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Sat–Sun: 10:00am – 1:00pm
You’ll be taken to my secure signup page to set up your subscription.
No. Your membership includes one review session per calendar month and it needs to be used within that month. The structure is designed to encourage steady monthly progress rather than saving sessions up.
Yes. You’re welcome to upload RAW, JPEG or both if you’d like more detailed editing guidance. I’ll normally work in Lightroom during the session so we can explore different options together.
Yes. Your membership covers one 15-minute review each month, but you can book additional 1-2-1 Zoom sessions separately at any time if you want a deeper dive on a project, panel or portfolio.
Absolutely. We’ll use the Technical Foundations Practice Packs to build confidence with exposure, focus, stability and basic composition, then move into more creative work as you progress.
Flexible Options - Enrol Anytime
Online - Zoom
Perfect for beginners & improvers who want regular, personalised guidance. Cancel anytime — no long-term commitment Become a stronger photographer with expert support, every month.
Is this for me?
For all photographers, from novice to expert, seeking regular advice. Each month, you'll explore a new genre and enhance your skills. Submit images via Dropbox for feedback from Alan on technical execution, camera settings, and editing, all through Zoom.
Alan’s support and expertise provide a continuous journey, from beginner courses and workshops to qualifications, fostering ongoing growth and learning. Kirsten Pearce
Photography Mentoring Details
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Benefits of Photography Mentoring Sessions
Improve at your own speed, with monthly photographic assignments.
Online mentoring means you don't have to attend a classroom or workshop.
Guidelines, tips, ideas and instructions accompany monthly photographic assignments.
Expand your know-how and confidence by shooting a variety of pictures using different techniques.
Receive support and advice from a trustworthy teacher.
Feedback from Alan, a professional view on areas of improvement and the merits of your work
Your personal photography mentor to help you get better results and expand your skills and knowledge
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Mentoring Sessions - Course content
A themed photographic assignment every month
Guidance notes, examples and tips
Feedback with suggestions and merits
Sign up for the free online photography course to access learning modules.
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Equipment necessary
Digital Camera
Computer
Internet connection and Dropbox
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How you will learn
Pick an assignment from the practice pack library (30 assignments)
Book your feedback Zoom slot
Upload up to 3 images to Dropbox before the scheduled Zoom appointment
Feedback will assess: impact, interest & viewpoint, processing & presentation, composition, and technique.
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This process is organised into five simple steps:
1. A monthly photographic theme for shooting is set:
Themes will utilise both technical and creative skills and notes are provided to give suggestions and examples to work with. You can choose to shoot each theme indoors, or outside and use an open interpretation. The monthly assignment will be issued electronically to you via Dropbox.
2. Pick three shots for review:
You take new pictures for the assignment and select 3 of your images
3. Upload your photos by Dropbox:
4. Alan reviews your images:
Typically between 1st and end of the month.
5. Receive constructive feedback:
Via Zoom link. Book your date and time for feedback using the online scheduler
Advice-based feedback is designed to help you learn and improve, enhance your confidence and realise your potential.
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Where do I go from here?
You can sign up to this mentoring programme now.
Pay monthly for as long as you want to stay on the programme,
You can stop subscriptions and renewals at any time by logging into your account and going to your subscriptions and orders dashboard.
You can cancel your monthly subscription at any time by logging in to your account, going to subscriptions under your profile, and cancelling.
Once a monthly payment has been made , you will be included in that month's billing cycle regardless of whether you submit images or book a feedback slot. Therefore, consider cancelling 30 days ahead of your next billing date.
Testimonial
“The photographic mentoring project has so far exceeded expectation. The assignments are well thought out and provide plenty of guidance and ideas. Alan’s critique is extremely detailed and very fair. I would recommend to anyone who is keen to improve their photography skills and learn how to review their own images.” Chris Shaw, 2013.
"I'd highly recommend this to anyone wanting to improve their photography" Sue Keating, 2015