Mentoring
Book a one-on-one video session with Hugh.
From portfolio reviews and artistic voice to street photography and gear, these one-on-one sessions are shaped around you and your photography. You’ll leave with honest feedback, fresh perspective, and a clearer sense of where to go next.
Sessions Offered
30 mins | $150.00 (Extend to one hour +$150)
Mining Your Origin Story to Find Your
Artistic Voice
Why do we shoot? How do we find a unique way to see the world and express that through our imagery? This just may be the most important session we offer.
30 mins | $150.00 (Extend to one hour +$150)
Philosophy, Art and Practice of Street Photography
Street photography can be deceptively simple and incredibly challenging—and endlessly rewarding. We’ll explore technique, intent, ethics, inspiration, + your goals for the genre.
30 mins | $150.00 (Extend to one hour +$150)
Portfolio Review
Get thoughtful, constructive feedback on your photography while exploring new ways of seeing your work. Together, we’ll identify what’s working, what could be stronger, and where you want to go next.
30 mins | $150.00 (Extend to one hour +$150)
Gear Selection
Going nuts trying to find the right gear? Paralyzed by all the options—or wondering if you really need what you want? Whether it’s photography or YouTubing, I’m happy to help you sort it out.
Testimonials
“…[T[hank you so much for [the] empathy and dedication you’ve put into your most valuable feedback and guidance…. Your feedback will help me on my individual journey and, at the same time, motivate me even more doing what we love...It’s been an honor and pleasure for me! Thank you!"
— TB (Germany)
“…It feels like my photography has had major heart surgery and will now be fitter and stronger because of it. I am now excitedly planning a photographic project based on the decline and hopefully recovery of my home city - a story that needs to be told and that hopefully I can record with work of value…”
— JW (USA)
“…In just half an hour, Hugh was able to start me thinking in new ways. He was really interested in me and my journey - and was a great observer, all hallmarks of a good teacher.”
— AG (Germany)
“Looking for advice on how to advance my photography and aging tools, I asked Hugh on what would be a way forward in the flood of gear we see on the market. With the help of his well placed questions and his knowledge I found the #nofutz guidance I had hoped for. A pleasure - I learned a lot.”
— CS (Germany)
"…It wasn't until I had gotten over the 'holy crap I'm talking to Hugh!' moment that we started digging into my fears and goals as a photographer. It wasn't until Hugh dug into my own personal backstory that he helped me realize something really profound: I DO have a unique artistic voice, and I found it. Everything clicked into place. Something magical happened. Eureka! I'm grateful."
— BJS (USA)
"A fabulous portfolio review! I never imagined that I could learn so much in a 30-minute session. Hugh was a model of constructive criticism, delivering comments with honesty but in a very supportive manner, and in a way that still has me thinking about what makes a good photograph. His suggestions were excellent. It was also very clear that Hugh cares deeply about helping others to become better photographers; fantastic and extremely educational (even eye-opening). I definitely will book more sessions in the future."
— JG (Canada)
"Incredibly valuable. I knew he’d see things differently than I do and I got exactly what I had hoped for. Thank you!”
— SS (USA)