Do you dream of running your own business, booking up your schedule, and having that extra income in your pocket? Do you want to capture beautiful storytelling images and travel to capture love stories? Do you wish you could form thriving relationships with your clients? It's all right here at your fingertips.
What if I told you that I've been there, I've walked in your shoes? With a cheap $400 hand-me-down camera and a dream, I dove headfirst into the world of photography, teaching myself everything I know through hard mistakes and listening to others. I've done it the hard way - so you don't have to. I went from 1 booking a year to 35 weddings and 100+ portrait sessions a year. I'm here to teach you how to go from stressed out and under-booked to thriving & serving your dream clients.
You don't have to do it alone
it's time you invest in yourself
challenges you might be facing:
Problem No. 1
You're a beginner and don't know where to get started. There's so much info out there, but what can you believe and what will actually work?
Problem No. 2
Your posing is awkward. It feels stiff, unnatural and you're struggling to find real emotion in your sessions.
Problem No. 3
You're struggling to price yourself. You want to work less but make more, but feel like the market is oversaturated, and you aren't getting yourself out there.
What if i told you that you could Change all of that?
the Guiding mentor
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find your brand & Brand Identity
fill your calendar with clients that fill your heart
create a community of loyal followers that engage with your content (and book you!)
kick imposter syndrome and self doubt in the booty and feel confident
Know how to make a website that converts clicks in to paychecks
how it works
reach out
Start by dropping an email my way from the contact form. This is the best way to communicate with me!
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pick your fit
Pick what fits most for you - a one time mentorship, a monthly opportunity or an onsite in the field session.
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let's do this
Once we decide on how you want to learn, we schedule the mentor session. I'm an open book! Anything you want to learn, I'll teach you.
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a year from now
they will wish
they had started
today...
so let's get started
Being a photographer isn't only about taking pictures. Learn how to be a business person. I teach everything from creating a legal business, filing taxes, setting up a website and a workflow that works. Learn SEO, Pinterest, website designs that attract and fill your inbox.
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Learn the ins and outs of setting up a successful Business
Become great at taking images clients will Rave about
with the camera and equipment you already have. Learn the ins and outs of different brands, the purpose of different lenses, how to see light, and more!
Watch your business & career Grow
enjoy personalized coaching, styled sessions to help build your portfolio, and coffee dates to go over anything you want.
meet your
Holly Michaels
With over a decade of experience in the industry, Holly is passionate about helping others succeed by sharing the lessons she has learned along the way—so you can avoid common mistakes and move forward with confidence.
In her mentorships and online courses, Holly breaks down the essential steps to starting and growing a successful business. She guides you through the fundamentals, including building a strong foundation for your business, understanding basic SEO for your website and blog, using Pinterest as a powerful marketing tool, and managing client relationships effectively.
Holly’s practical, experience-driven approach makes complex topics easy to understand and apply, giving you the tools and confidence you need to take action.
If you’re ready to learn proven strategies from someone who has spent years in the industry, Holly is the instructor who will help you turn your goals into reality.
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what are you Waiting for?
this is for you if:
You want your business to grow so you can go full-time
You feel stuck and are looking for a fresh take or inspiration to get moving
You're ready for a change - but don't know how to do it alone
this is for you if:
You know what you're doing in your business
You're confident where you're at, your bookings are solid & you feel good
You want a massive overhaul of your whole business
this is probably not for youfor you if:
why push off until tomorrow when it could be done today?
change isn't a magic button. It's a process. start the process now and in 18 months watch the changes you implement start to change your life.
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"I learned so much"
In only half an hour, I learned what would've taken me weeks searching YouTube for answers for. Holly was direct, straight to the point and taught me so much!
~ Olivia
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"A wealth of knowledge"
Holly should be teaching her own course... the knowledge she shared with me gave me the confidence to boost my prices, and rework some of my systems. I felt confident in editing and my lighting choices after our mentorship. Well worth it!
~ Sarah
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