Heather Shaelyn Photography

Heather Shaelyn Photography

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Offers online services
Offers online services

About

I offer private lessons as well as a 6-month photography course. Which one is best for you? If you'd like to narrow in on one or a few specific things in a one-on-one environment, private lessons are for you. If you want to learn about everything that goes into photography (see below for what the course covers), and want to have 24/7 support, an awesome community and new friends who encourage and support you, "wrap their arms around you" when you need it and "pick you up when you fall", a community with a "no man left behind" philosophy, an awesome 5 day trip, and SOO much more, the course is for you.

The course is VERY DIFFERENT from other courses. It includes several really awesome and valuable bonuses. It’s like none other.

This course applies a “wrap around” approach where each student is immersed in a supportive community of encouraging and positive people to guide you along the way and “lift you up” as you go, and don’t allow you to “fall”. I have a “no one left behind” philosophy so no one is left behind or feels like they don’t understand something, are confused or are overwhelmed. I believe that someone can never have too much support, and this group lives that out. The support is there for anyone who wants it.

This course includes ALL of the following:

• 6 Month Course

• Exclusive access to the Private Facebook Community

• 2 Hour one-on-one in-person hands-on coaching session

• Assist on a Photo Shoot for a behind-the-scenes look and hands-on experience

• Photo session (with opportunity to invest in wall art from session)

• IMMERSION (4 Night/5 Day Trip)

• A “No one left behind” philosophy that doesn’t let anyone fall behind

• 24/7 supportive & encouraging community who helps with anything, anytime.

• Weekly accountability

• Constant support system who builds you up & holds your hand when needed

• A family-like environment that builds long-term friends

• Much more...

The Immersion trip is an awesome 4 night/5 day trip in Costa Rica! This is an awesome trip where you are immersed in photography and are applying what you’ve learned throughout the course. You will leave with a newfound confidence in your photography skills and knowledge. We’ll have plenty of time to do fun things, such as going to the beach, zip lining, exploring the jungle and rain forest, and so much more. You won’t want this trip to end.

This 6-month hands-on photography course is the most supportive and “wrap around” course out there. Students apply what you’ve learned in and out of each class through immediate application and guidance. On the following week’s class, we discuss a couple photos you took and critique them, allowing you to grow in your skills each week. I encourage students to take photos of what they enjoy photographing, not limiting them to just “portraits”, “landscape”, or architecture. You’ll be able to tailor it to your interest and “subject of choice”. We have regular photo shoots where we gather as a group, in-person or online (your choice), and take photos together to apply what you're learning while being able to get immediate feedback and coaching.

If you feel like this photography course is for you, I’d love to talk with you and answer any questions you may have. Feel free to call me at (760) 505-2665. I’m always happy to answer your questions.

Watching my students excitement when they understand what they’re learning and photography just “clicks”. I’ve had many students who struggled to learn photography. It makes my day to know that I’m helping people reach their goals.

I also love capturing memories that will last forever, and reaching my students how to do the same.


Highlights

Hired 1 time
1 employee
9 years in business
Serves Vista , CA
Offers online services

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Specialties

Interest in additional skills

Photoshop skills, Dark room printing and development (for film cameras), Improve knowledge of lighting, Lightroom software skills, Improve scene composition

Student's age

Under 5 years old, 5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Experience level

No experience, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Photography type

I can make recommendations, Portraits, Action, Black and White, Wildlife / nature photography, Time-lapse, Beginner basics

Photos and videos


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    Kim M.

    We had photos taken by Heather and they turned out beautiful! We love them!! We are excited to share Heather’s photography with all of our friends. We highly recommend Heather Shaelyn Photography.
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    August 29, 2021

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    Chase B.

    Would recommend Heather Shaelyn Photography. Heather is professional and makes an effort to respond as soon as possible. She is creative and makes the process enjoyable and comfortable.
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    August 29, 2021

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    Haley C.

    Heather did an absolutely amazing job with my photos! I loved the variety of images and thought they turned out so pretty. Heather was super sweet during the shoot and had fun posing ideas, which made the whole experience really enjoyable. Her pricing was also very fair, especially for the quality of photos. I would highly recommend anyone to do a shoot with her!
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    August 29, 2021

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    Brendan L.

    I appreciate how Heather Shaelyn Photography is very responsive and professional during the entire photography process. Great communication skills and quick responses are also a plus.
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    August 29, 2021

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    Michael P.

    Heather did a great job with her photography. It was very professional, and she herself was encouraging. What I liked about what she did with me, is the simplicity. Sometimes that is just needed. She just simply asked me to smile, imitate laughter, and asked for me to do some poses. I would work with her again!
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    August 29, 2021

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    Shannon L.

    I HIGHLY recommend Heather! She makes things so easy to understand and is very hands-on. She teaches a wide variety of topics in photography so you really understand and are capable of taking professional looking photos. She even teaches photoshop and Lightroom, which I’ve found is rare. Not only does she teach the basics, but she also teaches other topics that you need to know to become a good photographer, such as composition, lighting, depth of field, and so much more. The lessons are very interactive. When I needed a little extra help with something, I had so much support that was happy to help me. When she says her course is one of a kind, she’s not kidding. I haven’t seen anything else like her and her course. I have learned SOOO much and I owe that to Heather. She is a fantastic teacher and I highly recommend her to everyone.
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    July 05, 2021

    Frequently asked questions

    I love to talk on the phone with each new student to learn more about them, their learning style, and how I can help them and serve them. 

    Not only am I a professional photographer who owns a photography business, but I also went to school for photography and have completed various training's. 

    I do. I go over that with each student since there are a few different options. 

    I have been wanting to give back to people wanting to learn photography for a while. I've taught some friends photography who told me how easy I made it for them to learn and pleaded that I start teaching lessons.

    All different types. Kids, teens, and adults. People who have photographic memories to people with learning and intellectual disabilities. Fast learners and slower learners. You name them and I've taught them. 

    I recently had a student who really struggled in school. They were about to fail out and decided to take an elective to help get their GPA up. Something they enjoyed to do. They bought a camera and ook a photography class, but they were struggling. They told me that they didn't learn anything. They felt like it was too hard. They signed up with me, is now acing that class, understands what they're doing, and is taking photos for family and friends. They stuck with it, didn't give up and now it's paying off. 

    Ask them questions to get a feel for their teaching style and approach. It'll help you decide whether or not it's the right fit for you. 

    I'd encourage student's to think about what they'd like to get out of the lessons. What do they want to learn? Do they want to learn photography as a hobby, or do they have a desire to be a professional photographer? 


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