Round Table

In this lively Round Table session, our mentors tackle real student questions and share practical tips to elevate your photography. One standout takeaway? How mastering just a few simple Lightroom retouching techniques can dramatically enhance your portraits—without over-editing. If you're looking for real talk, real tips, and a boost of inspiration, this is one you won’t want to miss.

Facing rejection as a photographer? You’re not alone. In this Round Table, students open up about their creative journeys, and Rich and Nata tackle one of the toughest questions: how to deal with self-doubt and client rejection. A real, encouraging conversation for anyone navigating the emotional side of building a photo business.

Move often? In this Round Table, the mentors tackle how to grow your photography business when you’re relocating every few months. Learn how to choose flexible niches, keep momentum, and build a brand that travels with you—plus tips for balancing family work and growing skills in shifting markets.

What makes a strong portfolio? In this Round Table, Josh and Nata review student websites live, offering direct feedback on what to keep, cut, or improve. Learn why less is more, how to curate your images with purpose, and how vulnerability and clarity can elevate your brand. Honest, helpful, and packed with insight.

Want to get found (and hired) through Instagram? In this Round Table, mentors break down what makes a photographer’s bio stand out. Learn how to make your profile searchable, client-focused, and clear—starting with the most overlooked field: your Instagram name. It’s part critique, part coaching, and full of practical ways to attract the right audience.