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Learning how negative space changes mood was huge
Learning how negative space changes mood was huge. My portraits breathe, and I’m no longer guessing where to stand. Richard’s “choose the frame, then commit” stuck with me.
I’m excited to experiment
I never realized how much light could change the way someone comes across in a photo. Lucrezia explains it in a way that finally clicked for me. Now I’m excited to experiment every time I pick up my camera.
This class gave me structure.
This class gave me structure. Before, I just snapped random pics. Now I think about composition and light every time I shoot. Big difference in my work already!
I just finished the class and feel like a huge weight is lifted.
I just finished the class and feel like a huge weight is lifted. Posing always made me nervous, but Jody explained it in such a simple, calm way. I finally understand how to guide families without overthinking every move. Can’t wait to try it this weekend!
Turned my best wedding into three inquiries.
I finally understood what editors want. The three‑view approach made my detail galleries sing, and the vendor credit system saved headaches later.
I can actually use to elevate my work.
As someone who’s been shooting for years, I thought I had the basics down. But Lesson 2 on studying the masters was a game-changer. It opened my eyes to references I can actually use to elevate my work.
I know where I want my photography to go.
I loved how honest Paolo was about his own struggles. The exercises gave me direction without feeling overwhelming. For the first time, I feel like I know where I want my photography to go.
Finally, I'm building a portfolio that actually feels like mine.
My photos were technically solid but lacked personality. Paolo’s story about refusing to be a ‘commodity’ hit home. Now I am building a portfolio that actually feels like mine, not a copy of everyone else’s.
I am excited to start again!
I thought style was something only professionals figured out after years. Paolo made it approachable. I left this class knowing what excites me most and how to show that in my work.
Super helpful.
Loved the way Perrin explains things, very chill and relatable. I used to be intimidated by gear talk, but he breaks it down in a way that makes total sense. Super helpful.
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Learning how negative space changes mood was huge
Learning how negative space changes mood was huge. My portraits breathe, and I’m no longer guessing where to stand. Richard’s “choose the frame, then commit” stuck with me.
Review of Richard's Prime Class
I’m excited to experiment
I never realized how much light could change the way someone comes across in a photo. Lucrezia explains it in a way that finally clicked for me. Now I’m excited to experiment every time I pick up my camera.
Review of Lucrezia's Prime Class
This class gave me structure.
This class gave me structure. Before, I just snapped random pics. Now I think about composition and light every time I shoot. Big difference in my work already!
Review of Perrin's Prime Class
I just finished the class and feel like a huge weight is lifted.
I just finished the class and feel like a huge weight is lifted. Posing always made me nervous, but Jody explained it in such a simple, calm way. I finally understand how to guide families without overthinking every move. Can’t wait to try it this weekend!
Review of Jody Ann's Prime Class
Turned my best wedding into three inquiries.
I finally understood what editors want. The three‑view approach made my detail galleries sing, and the vendor credit system saved headaches later.
Review of Janet's Prime Class
I can actually use to elevate my work.
As someone who’s been shooting for years, I thought I had the basics down. But Lesson 2 on studying the masters was a game-changer. It opened my eyes to references I can actually use to elevate my work.
Review of Lucrezia's Prime Class
I know where I want my photography to go.
I loved how honest Paolo was about his own struggles. The exercises gave me direction without feeling overwhelming. For the first time, I feel like I know where I want my photography to go.
Review of Paolo's Prime Class
Finally, I'm building a portfolio that actually feels like mine.
My photos were technically solid but lacked personality. Paolo’s story about refusing to be a ‘commodity’ hit home. Now I am building a portfolio that actually feels like mine, not a copy of everyone else’s.
Review of Paolo's Prime Class
I am excited to start again!
I thought style was something only professionals figured out after years. Paolo made it approachable. I left this class knowing what excites me most and how to show that in my work.
Review of Paolo's Prime Class
Super helpful.
Loved the way Perrin explains things, very chill and relatable. I used to be intimidated by gear talk, but he breaks it down in a way that makes total sense. Super helpful.
Review of Perrin's Prime Class
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