Artist Mentoring + Portfolio Reviews
I've been mentoring artists and photographers for many, many years. If you're ready to do the work, I'm ready to help you succeed with integrity and passion.
I offer one-on-one Mentoring/Business Coaching and Portfolio Reviews to artists and photographers in all mediums, focusing on: camera work + technique, defining and developing your creative style, marketing and web presence, fine-tuning your client experience, book publishing, crowd funding, sales, film shooting and much more.
Artist Mentoring and Portfolio Reviews are all about you, not me. Through virtual meetings I'll help you problem solve and move forward with support and guidance. I believe authenticity is the key to success, and I'd love to help you learn and grow.
To set up a time to chat, or if you'd like more information on Mentoring, Portfolio Reviews and classes, please use this form.
“I signed on with Jesse for a portfolio review and in just one short session, I learned more than I have in years! Working with Jesse helped me begin to analyze my work from an emotional, story-telling perspective. I gained confidence I once only dreamed of and am now working regularly with clients to create beautiful works of art for their beloved pets. Thank you Jesse!”
“Jesse is such a wealth of information. When starting my photography business, I asked ALL of the dumb questions and he was patient, helpful, encouraging and always told me the truth. Even though he specializes in photographing pets, his knowledge of the photography business is exactly what I needed to succeed.”
“I came to Jesse looking for help fine tuning things. It turns out there were so many details I needed help with - from getting comfortable with sales, choosing products and talking to clients. We walked through everything step by step. Through Jesse’s calm, positive voice I always left the calls feeling better and having solid things to work on.”
“Jesse has helped us tremendously to stay true to our core values, style and unique strengths not just as a service but as a brand. It’s no wonder he’s enjoyed so much success in his career; he’s been true to his art, authentic in his brand presence and armed with business smarts that are surprisingly simple, approachable and most importantly, effective. If you are tired of the courses, memberships, Facebook groups and online classes and if you are serious about your work and ready for a fresh take on being an artist in today’s world, Jesse is my favorite one-on-one mentor to recommend. ”
Individual + Group Classes:
UPCOMING GROUP CLASSES:
Website Building for Artists @ Colorado Photographic Arts Center
Mon, Wed, Fri, March 4th, 6th, 8th 2024
Virtual Class
REGISTER HERE: cpacphoto.org/online-squarespace-website-building-for-artists-march
This workshop is open to creatives of all mediums, web-design experience is not necessary. Students will learn basic skills using the Squarespace platform. Topics such as as bio writing skills and preparing images for the web will be covered, as well as learning how to maximize SEO (search engine optimization) and the basics of messaging and selling. All students will begin building websites during the course, and receive workshop feedback from both the class and instructor. The workshop goal is to eliminate the stress and fear many artists have about building a website, and to place students in a position to share and potentially sell work through an online platform. Very beginner friendly! Space is limited, so sign up early. These classes fill up.
INDIVIDUAL CLASSES:
Online Website Building Class
Are you an artist, business owner or hobbyist of any sort and want to share your work with the world? Cool. It's time for a website. There are so many website building platforms out there today, and the only one I use, recommend and teach is Squarespace. I've personally built all my websites with Squarespace because it is the simplest, most design-forward and modern template site out there today. Need a blog, an online store, a portfolio or calendar of events all in one place? You can do that with Squarespace. Schedule a Website Class and I'll teach you how to use this great tool so that you can have the power to customize, revise and edit your own site completely on your own. No need to spend thousands of dollars on a website - learn how to DIY it.
“I first met Jesse at a workshop in Santa Fe. It was a great moment, for I'd found someone who had the patience and sense of humor enough to instruct me in using Squarespace Web design. I've taken two lessons with him and each time my understanding has made a leap. He records each session and now I'm able to return to the movie of his instruction. It continues to be immensely helpful. I can't recommend him enough!” - Caroline C.