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Due to the Corona Virus situation, I will be providing online/phone coaching at 50% off to help you keep the creative juices flowing!! There is no reason why we can't talk, shoot, review, talk some more, etc. That's a rate of $22/hour, same great support.
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Hello, thanks for reviewing my background. My name is Scot Langdon, I am a working professional photographer in southern New Hampshire and the Boston area. I teach photography one-on-one at your convenience. I also teach all levels of students through Hunts Photo Store in Manchester NH, and teach for the Town of Watertown, MA in the adult education program. I have experience with photographing people/portraits/wildlife using natural light, sports action, commercial work for company websites and interior design photography (hotels, AIRBNB, real estate agents). I also have years of darkroom experience developing and printing film. I work on an hourly basis ($35-45/hr depending on location) for my coaching and make myself available as needed by email for any follow up questions after a session, at no additional charge.
Our first step would be to outline with you what you want to achieve and then work to build a plan to get there. I can make the most difficult concepts easy to understand. Thanks, Scot Langdon
I enjoy teaching the next generation of photographers. I still enjoy talking about photography and why it's important to me.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
After we connect, the first step would be to outline with you what you want to achieve with your photography, and I do this with a student questionnaire. We then work forward to build a plan to help get you there. I will send the plan in writing to you for approval before we start. If you need references, I will provide them.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Graduated from Syracuse University, SI Newhouse School of Public Communications (Photojournalism). Adobe Lightroom training, speedlight training for off camera flash work. Board member and continuing education with the New Hampshire Professional Photographers Association. (www.ppa.org)
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I charge $40/hour. After our formal sessions are completed, I include free follow up via email for 6 months.
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching/coaching photography in 2015 when I founded a photography group/club in my town, our monthly meetings held at the library. We have different photo challenges/topics and share our work in an open, non-judgemental atmosphere. I then started after hours sessions that were well-received.
What types of students have you worked with?
I work with beginners who just purchased their first digital camera and going on a trip; or students just learning how to use a 35mm film camera for high school; or experienced photographers who want to push their skills to the next level with advanced shooting or lighting help.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
On the weekends I shoot weddings, which are always a fun time to shoot alot of emotion, happy images.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Ask the following questions:
Are you an expert in your field?
Have you been a working professional and held the responsibility for a client's project to completion?
Where have you done this before?
Can you outline goals and follow up to make sure the student is successful?
What is your teaching style?
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What do you want to achieve and in what timeframe?
How deep into the technical aspects do you want to go?
Is this a career change learning moment or a hobby?
Is this for fun or do you want to make money at it?