Professional Photography Lessons

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your work to the next level, Malinda’s 20 years of hard-knocks experience, continuing education, blood, sweat, tears, and joy can really jump-start you professionally.

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Pro Level Instruction

• posing various ages & body types
• how to light! Perfect for setting up your own studio – even better – I’ll come to YOU!
• camera settings: sports, portraits, low light, events, …
• Nikon & Canon users! Malinda’s used both in professional capacities for years.
• professional editing (any Adobe product:PS, LR, PSE:  Mac or PC) – tons of time saving tips & tricks! Malinda’s been a pro NAPP member for over 10 years! You get to pick her brain!
• small flash – 1 or 2 flashes and how to adjust & set them off from camera
• studio lighting: flash versus continuous lighting. which is better for YOU?
• gear recommendations: cameras, lenses, reflectors, flashes…
• business aspects of going pro: tons of real life basic tips
• pro exposure: how to nail it! Save HOURS in post-production!

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One 4 hour lesson $390. One 2 hour lesson, no holds barred $290. Secure online reservations available.

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Posing & Lighting

 Save Money!

• avoid common mistakes
• really get down to the nitty gritty of pricing your services
• create a “wish list” of the gear, software & hardware you really need
• avoid wasting money on non-essentials

Your questions answered in an easy-to-understand, practical way.

• Do you REALLY need the full version of photoshop?
• What’s the difference between Lightroom photoshop and elements and which one (or 2) will work best for me?
• What “pro” lenses will fit in my budget and deliver the best images?
• I’m looking for a new camera…
• What type of lighting equipment works for what I’m doing and can grow with me?
• What are the “real life” costs of going pro?
• These and more like cell phones, credit card services, websites, WordPress*, where to go for business licenses, and so much more.

After working with Malinda in my 1:1 class I feel more able to take “photographer” quality pictures. After sharing some recent shots with her she easily identified several things for me to correct to help enhance the way my pictures turn out . Her advice on how to use my camera was very informative and really enhanced my latest round of photos taken. Malinda also gave me pointers using Photoshop.  One pointer in particular will save me hours of wasted time. The class was worth every penny. Stephanie

20 years+ of Blood Sweat Tears Joy

Ok but what has Malinda done during 20 years of professional photography? The simple answer is almost EVERYTHING! Over 10 years daily studio work (solo – no other “job”), plus 10 years freelance and 4 years staff photographer for a major daily newspaper (everything from murderers in court to 5 alarm fires to fatal crashes, floods, storms, and then some). She’s been dog sledding, under huge buildings on fire and exploding, and seen things no one should have to. And had to photograph it all. Including weddings & portraits. And she’s ready to share it ALL with you! No matter where you live (unlike others who put limits on how close their competition can be – whatever). Visit ABOUT for client list & GALLERY for a sample of work.

What an amazing 1-1 appointment! I cannot thank you enough for sharing so much invaluable information… and in a relatively short amount of time. You have an honest and enthusiastic approach to teaching that is fun and refreshing. The added bonus… you have saved me from hours and hours (and hours) of doing things the hard way! Time is money, and because of your time saving tips, I will have more of both! Anissa