Photography By RJ
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Professional wedding/portrait photographer with 22 plus years of experience. Former member of PPA and CPPA. Have taught basic lighting/portraiture and also involved in several photo meetup groups in the Chicago area.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Assess their needs and customer tailer classes to help them reach their goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
22 years of professional experience. Former member of PPA. Have studied and learned from some of the premier weeding/portrait photographers in the US.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$35/hr in studio (my location)
$45/hr off site, student location.
How did you get started teaching?
By helping piers hone their skills when asked.
What types of students have you worked with?
Photographers starting out looking to expand their portrait/lighting skills and dive into the wedding photography business or open their own studio.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Weddings.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Find someone who is well versed in the field you are interested in and has hands on experience.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What are their goals and what are they trying to learn.