I offer a variety of mentoring options designed to support small business owners like you who are ready to grow, gain confidence, and succeed in the photography industry.
Whether you want to improve your posing, get honest guidance on your pricing, packages, and overall business setup—I’ve got you.
This is real, experience-based education created to help you feel more confident, more clear, and more in control of your photography business as you grow.
With a mix of photography experience, marketing know-how, and real-life business lessons, I’m here to gently guide and support you as you grow your photography journey.
This is friendly, down-to-earth mentoring and workshops designed to help you feel more clear, more confident, and more in control as you take your business to the next level—at a pace that feels right for you.
We can talk through business questions, pricing, workflow, goals, challenges, or anything you’re currently stuck on**. Not sure what kind of mentoring or support is the right fit? We can figure that out together.
Virtual or in-person
mentoring
coffee and chat
1 hour | $199
2 hours | $299
Your mentorship includes:
- Initial Consultation — discuss your goals, experience, and areas you want to improve
- Hands-On Session — work together to see where you are and what we should focus on
- Month 1 — planning, preparation, and setting your goals
- Months 2–5 — photograph at least 1 newborn per month with ongoing guidance and check-ins
- 3–4 Baby Sessions — build consistency through real hands-on experience
- Final Month— shadow me during a newborn session, then I’ll shadow you during yours
Six months of guidance, practice, and support to help you grow with confidence.
mentorship
newborn
experience
$1500
Previous workshop and mentoring attendees get 20% off
Choose 1:1 or 2:1 mentoringand we’ll customize the experience around your goals, whether you’re just getting started or looking to improve your current workflow.
We can cover:
- Initial call to talk over your business and goals
- What equipment and supplies are actually worth purchasing
- Lighting, setup, wrapping, posing, and newborn safety
- Creating a smooth, efficient session flow
- Building an setup for your space or for traveling to clients
- Hands-on practice with 1 newborn model or 2 for a 2:1
- A 2-week plan with 1–2 babies or a month-long plan with up to 3 models
- Weekly check-ins to keep you accountable and moving forward
No overwhelming curriculum or one-size-fits-all approach. Just practical guidance, hands-on experience, and support based on what you’re trying to accomplish.
mentoring
1:1 Mentoring $750 | 2:1 Mentoring $1000
We’ll cover:
- Lighting & setup
- Wrapping & posing
- Newborn safety
- Session flow
- Client experience
- Troubleshooting & your specific questions
Mentoring takes place in your studio, a rented space, or a client’s home so we can work with your real-world setup.
One day. Hands-on guidance. Refreshed confidence.
mentoring
refresher
Previous workshop and mentoring attendees get 20% off
$499
When I first reached out to Elysia, all I wanted was to shadow an IPS session. I had no idea how much of a reality check that would be. I quickly realized I was missing so much when it came to actually running a business. At the time, I was only taking donations, had no real structure, and was just figuring things out as I went. Since working with her, I’ve had several paid sessions, sold products, and finally feel like I’m running a real, sustainable business.
Elysia has challenged me in the best way possible while also meeting me where I am. She’s helped me refine my workflow, improve my client experience, and see the true value in what I offer. But beyond that, she’s helped me become a fully legal business. I’ve learned how to file quarterly taxes, create spreadsheets that actually help me track my numbers, build an entire website from scratch, run a CRM, market my work, create invoices, and properly prepare for sessions. The amount of knowledge and confidence I’ve gained is something I never expected.
On top of that, she’s completely transformed the way I approach posing. From posing safety to refining the way I direct clients, she’s helped me create images that feel more natural, flattering, and intentional. I’ve gained so much confidence in guiding my clients, which has made my sessions smoother and my work even stronger.
One of the most incredible parts of this mentorship has been the hands-on experience she’s given me. She’s allowed me to assist her during sessions, giving me real-world experience that has made all the difference. And through it all, she’s been there—pushing me, supporting me, and genuinely wanting to see me succeed.
I truly hope other people see the value and worth that she brings because I had no idea what I was in for—but what I’ve gained from her is beyond invaluable. I will always be grateful for her guidance, generosity, and belief in me.
If you’re looking for a mentor who will teach you not just how to take better photos but how to actually run a business, Elysia is the one. I can’t recommend her enough!
review from mary klein
We’ll cover:
- Business Setup — DBA, EIN & getting started
- CODB — understanding your cost of doing business
- CRM — choosing a system that fits your workflow
- Pricing Structure — choosing a starting point for pricing and packages
- Basic Website — what you need to get started
- Client Experience — inquiries, booking, contracts, payments & follow-up
- Workflows — creating a simple process for your business
- Business Goals — creating a plan for moving forward
- Detailed Pricing + Package Creation — $300
- Website Critique — $200
mentoring
Business startup
save when purchased with a newborn mentoring package
$399
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