Learn More

a personal educational experience for you, your homeschooler or group

your Curiosity + my expertise =

Mama. Wife. Christ follower. Photographer. Homemaker. Homeschool teacher. Wanna-be Homesteader. Lover of slow mornings, homecooked meals shared with family & friends, walk & talks, weightlifting, and fresh from the garden anything.

With a passion for people and the beauty that surrounds us - I deeply love to offer a unique and personal experience for each student. Whether you or your homeschooler are interested in pursuing photography as a hobby or potential career, I am eager to share what wisdom and knowledge I have. Your student will grow their skill set + creative acuity, as well as be introduced to business, marketing, and customer service concepts that will set them on a strong foundation to pursue their personal goals.

preserving family legacies one frame at a time since 2009

Meet Gabby

  • Your have a student that has expressed an interest in photography and you don't know where to start.

  • You prefer to learn directly from someone in the field versus piece meal from YouTube.

  • You're a member or leader of a local Homeschool Co-op and you're looking for a fun and exciting enrichment class to add to your curriculum.

  • You are a retreat or camp host(ess) looking for creative additions to your itinerary and activity offerings.

  • You are personally ready to finally put that camera on the shelf to use for your own family, business, or personal creations.



This is for you if...

Sarah + James HIlliard | Feliciana Retreat Center

"Gabby has a wonderful ability for capturing not just images, but the very heart of our ministries. Every photo tells a story - full of warmth, joy and the special connections that happen here."

I

NO

Taylor Mills
Mentor Student
Now Professional Photographer

II

No

"My business would not be where it is today without Gabby's instruction and help in the beginning."

Scarlet Raven
Professional Photographer

iii

No

"Every time I work with Gabby I learn something new."

As a Homeschool mama and local Co-op participant + leader, I understand the value and excitement of outsourcing certain enrichment learning opportunities for students.

My own children have had private instruction for many enrichment activities such as dance, piano, ju-jitsu, baseball, and mechanics. They have benefitted from the in person learning model with their teachers and I have loved watching them stretch their understanding and capabilities beyond what I alone can offer.

I would be honored to play an active role in serving your student or group. Photography is an enjoyable art form and mode of self expression as well as a valuable skill that can open doors for your student. 

Why?

The Details Behind

if you have a passion for photography and a desire to learn then you have everything you need to begin. brush the dust off that camera and let's make something beautiful.

hobbyists:

Perfect for the camp or retreat host looking to add an interesting activity to their itinerary. A variety of topics and exercises available, customized for your clients and campers.

Camps + Retreats:

Unit study style educational plans for your co-op group. recommended ages 10+

Co-ops:

Individual or group instruction available for homeschool, public, or private ed students. courses tailored for student level.

Students:

who i'm teaching

Inform & Inspire

Mentor style instruction for both the aspiring and experienced photographer. I specialize in natural light, portrait photography, editing, and business structure.

photographers:

More Details

a course for seasoned + aspiring pros

Business Foundations

More Details

for camps, retreats, + workshops

Group Programs

More Details

Visual Storytellers

a conceptual course that inspires

More Details

a one time - 2 hour crash course

Camera Basics

Course Options

The Details on

In this two hour class you'll learn, in easy to understand terms:

  • camera basics (what are all those buttons anyways?!)
  • composition
  • natural light types + tips
  • posing vs candid captures
  • photo storage + organization
  • intro to editing

Camera Basics

A technical course for beginners

Visual stories have the power to inspire, heal, and stir emotion. A well told story grabs the viewer and holds them tight. In this course you will learn:

  • how to conceptualize + execute telling a story through photographs.
  • how to create a comprehensive story that flows and communicates the ideas, concepts, and feelings intended.
  • how to use light to elicit emotion and highlight subjects.
  • how to use unexpected details + close ups as the glue in your visual story

visual storytellers

a conceptual course that prepares + inspires

If you're a retreat, camp or workshop host looking to add an interesting and enjoyable experience for your attendees then look no further. Topics and interactive learning experiences, custom crafted to suit your group needs. Some topics include:

  • Photography nature walk + discussion. (perfect for retreats!)
  • Natural light crash course.
  • Photographing details + landscapes.
  • Light painting at night with glowsticks. (camper favorite!)
  • Turn an entire room into a giant pinhole camera. (kids love this!)

Group Programs

customized educational experiences

Do you dream of running your own photography business? Perhaps you've begun your journey already but know you could benefit by formalizing your systems. Business Foundations is designed for aspiring to intermediate level pros, generally with fewer than five years experience. In this course you'll learn:

  • Client Management
  • Workflow systems
  • Editing
  • Album Design 
  • Website Basics
  • Email List Basics
  • Pricing your Work
  • Online Print Store Sales (I am a Pass+ Pro!)

Business foundations

for seasoned + aspiring pros

Schedule a call
It's OK if you still have questions. I'd love to answer them in person or over a quick call. 

I'm excited to hear from you!

Ready to work together?

you Love what you see

Inquire Now