About
In 2023, I heard a saying that 'all education is self-acquired, because no one can educate another'. (quote Napoleon Hill).
Learning by creating and shooting my own self-assigned projects turned me from a shy person into someone who is following her true dream to make photo stories and portraits of families as her own artistic profession.
This is the year to improve your skills with an enthusiastic teacher! I welcome your questions!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I encourage every interested new student to book ONE SINGLE LESSON so they can have a Fact-Finder session with me!
My Fact Finder session is a laser focused, personal 30 minute virtual conversation through Zoom, 100% guaranteed for specific, personalized direction (cameras, apps, techniques, anything!) that can be used for practice, and improving photography skills.
Please message me to see the schedule open for these Zoom calls.
If you choose to purchase a SECOND CLASS, also a virtual Zoom call, I will include a specific photo project for your special interest, that will also help you be aware of more great things around you!
For your success, Dorothy
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
How did you get started teaching?
I was a mom living in a city with uneven quality schools. I homeschooled my daughter (she became a teacher herself) and 6 years later, homeschooled my special needs. I am an autodidact, and tell all the people I know that they can teach themselves what they choose to learn.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with adults, upper grade school and high school students in afterschool arts programs in Chicago, helping them with their ideas and projects, printing and hanging their work, and answering questions about careers in photography.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I had a creative assignment making portraits of a family and their small children in their beautiful, historic home. I enjoyed their play as I captured portraits of them that will bring their parents years of happiness.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
There are no wrong questions, but I would ask that they be practicing on their own: I don't give a lot of homework, but you learn a LOT when you set a goal to go out and photograph something at least a couple of times a week.