Mentoring
Are you ready to take your photography journey to the next level? Are you seeking advice, or feeling stuck with your business?
Michelle brings over 20 years of small business experience to the table. From building a successful 6-figure photography business - and pioneering the modern day Senior Portrait movement - Michelle has worked with hundreds of clients over the years and done it all from weddings to photographing celebrities, producing out-of-state photography projects and shooting ad campaigns for national & international brands.
Known for her work in the Senior Portrait Industry and pioneering the hair & makeup trend - Michelle has mentored, taught workshops and spoken at events across the country to thousands of photographers.
Her time is now spent taking on select photography clients, running her vintage clothing shop; blaksands - and being active in the Seattle small business community. She would love to share her years of knowledge in the industry with you and offer a safe space to ask questions and and help grow your business.
from our clients
"Well, you said it would take time to process and ummmm it definitely did girl. It's been four months of me soul searching within my business and rewriting copy for my new website, plus changing my pricing and what I offer. I've taken all the advice, notes and moral support you gave me (and keep giving me!) and rewrote my brands sales page...I'm still tweaking it of course, but I wanted to send this over to you...so you can see how much of an impact you had on me :)
Elizabeth Zuluaga - Photographer
from our clients
" Thank you for connecting today and for sharing your time, wisdom and kindness with me. It's a truly serendipitous experience to be able to finally meet and connect and find we have so much in common! Life is crazy and I'm so glad we chose Seattle of all places. ✨
Thank you again, I can't wait to put what I've learned into action and create a fully functional business plan for 2026 full of self-worth, action & collaboration. "
dasha denger - photographer
Michelle offers a limited number of 1:1 mentoring sessions throughout the year.
Sessions can either take place at a quiet coffee shop ( Seattle ) or via Zoom ( non-local ).
What's included -
a 90-minute session either in-person or via Zoom
in-depth answers to three of your most pressing questions or topics
continued support via email if you have a follow-up question afterwards
I am happy to chat, mentor and advise you on anything you'd like! Please be sure to fill out the form when booking your session with your most pressing topics you'd like to discuss so we can tailor our time together to best suit your needs.
topics we offer support with -
ways to build your business and breaking in to new markets
marketing
switching markets
producing and planning portfolio & client projects
best business practices
best client practices
branding
website and online presence reviews
Please note we do not offer legal or tax advice - these are questions best reserved for your accountant, bookkeeper and/or attorney. If you do not see your topic listed, please reach out to discuss, as we may be able to offer help as our expertise is wide and varied. Thank you!
your session road map
STEP 01
Book your 1:1
Choose a date & make your payment to lock-in your session. Fill out the contract + questionnaire with your most pressing questions
STEP 02
Deep dive
I will research your questions, audit your website + social and put together a solid game plan before we even meet
STEP 03
IRL or online
We'll either meet in person ( for Seattle folks ) or schedule a Zoom or Facetime. Bring your questions, laptop + a notepad!
STEP 04
follow-up
After our session I will send a thorough re-cap with cliff notes + resources. You are welcome to email any follow-up questions!
I'm ready - let's do this!
" I cannot thank you enough! Seriously, I haven't stopped thinking about ALL the things we discussed ... P.S. The session was worth every single penny and then some! BEST investment for my business EVER. "
haley graham
" Oh my gosh thank you SO much for chatting with me - you are such a wealth of information and I seriously can't tell you how much I appreciate you!! I really can't!! "
winnie forbes
" I'm so excited and overwhelmed with inspiration and ideas and I have you to thank for making this transition seem practical and not too far-fetched. "
renée marchelle
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
please fill out the form or reach out directly to studio@michellemoore.com