One-on-One Online Photography Classes & Mentorship
Practical guidance, honest feedback, and real accountability
These sessions are for photographers who want to improve with clarity and direction — not presets, gear hype, or vague encouragement. Whether you’re an amateur working to break through a creative plateau or a professional refining your decision-making, the focus is on building stronger habits, better judgment, and more intentional work.
I’ve spent nearly two decades working as an assignment and commercial photographer, including over 100 assignments for The New York Times. That experience shapes how I teach — not as theory, but as practical problem-solving under real constraints like deadlines, editors, and real people in front of the camera.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
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Rus Ackner - FLORIDA, USA
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MENTORSHIP PACKAGE
"Justin's techniques and guidance for photographers is nothing short of excellent. Advice from a full time working photographer and published photo journalist is invaluable. The fact that he makes himself available to hobbyists and amateurs says more about his character than his mentoring descriptions. The sessions were well structured, honest, and actionable. High impact and well priced.
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Justin Ikpo - Texas, USA
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ONLINE PORTFOLIO REVIEW/CONSULTATION
“Justin is a very insightful photographer and his work speaks for itself. My consultation with him was very raw and constructive and full of feedback that I've already directly injected into my own work. Because he's covered so much throughout his career, it's very easy to find common ground with him. I highly recommend.”
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Peter Chatterton - Ontario, canada
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ONLINE PORTFOLIO REVIEW
“Justin is very professional and thoughtful. I had a one on one session with him to review my photography portfolio and gain insight from his experiences. It was amazing and I highly recommend his services.”
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Graham Bush - Maryland, USA
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1:1 ONLINE COACHING
“My consultation with Justin has been the best money spent on my photography in some time. His experience in all facets of the business of photography is invaluable. And his candor and openness allows him to rapidly focus on the issues that you need to address in order to advance your work. “
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David Shams - Beijing, China
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1 DAY PRIVATE STREET PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP HANOI, VIETNAM
“If you're visiting Hanoi or even if you're looking for a distance learning opportunity, Justin is well worth the investment.”
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Ahlyzik M - Los Angeles, USA
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1:1 ONLINE COACHING
“I had a consulting call with Justin a few days ago, and it was extremely helpful in getting clarity on my business goals. Justin's wealth of knowledge and experience came through effortlessly as we brainstormed on concepts of what was possible for my business. His lightheartedness made the call a breeze and it was as if I was talking to an old friend. Truly a great person and wouldn't hesitate to chat with him again in the future as I continue to grow. If you're looking for clarity in your photography business, definitely give Justin a call! “
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Sue Wilson - Minnesota, usa
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1:1 ONLINE COACHING
“ Justin is a professional, genuine and fun photographer. I have recently completed a 3 session one on one consulting workshop via zoom with Justin to help me grow as a hobby photographer. His critique and suggestions for my photos were very insightful. He did not just tell me when he liked a photo but went on to encourage me as to how it could be even better. Justin was truly interested in my photo experience and used that to determine my project for the workshop as well as encouraging me to try future photography endeavors. I would recommend anyone interested in learning from a professional photographer to choose Justin. “
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Erico Silva - Brazil
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NORTHERN VIETNAM PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Well curated locations and opportunities for photography. Exceeded my expectations.
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Brian James - Australia
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NORTHERN VIETNAM PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
“ I completed this workshop Dec2023 with my adult son. I can comfortably say it was one of the best experiences of my life. Meticulously organised, seamlessly executed, and thoroughly enjoyable. The tasks completed and the feedback sessions highlight Justin’s natural teaching prowess, and builds skills and confidence in the photographer. If you enjoy photography, want to upskill and be exposed to the mayhem of northern Vietnam, do it. Highly recommended. “
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Ken Choat - Wyoming, USA
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1 DAY PRIVATE STREET PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP.
HANOI, VIETNAM
I was lucky enough to spend a day with Justin for a 1:1 workshop in Hanoi a few week ago to learn how to step up my image making. Justin challenged me in a number of ways and helped me break through some limitations I had placed on myself. He also made sure the handle the logistics so that I didn't worry about how the day would unfold. And also, he's a great guy and fun to hang with. I'd recommend Justin if you are wanting to take your image making to another level in any way. Thanks, Justin!