Learning the art of storytelling
Education for photographers
You want more confidence in how you show up as a photographer.
You’re craving more artful, intentional creativity in your work.
you’re ready to find your unique voice.
You want to fall in love with your craft again.
You want to create art that feels alive, intentional, and deeply human.
Maybe you’ve been feeling stuck in trends that don’t inspire you, or burnt out from doing the same thing over and over. Maybe you just know there’s something more waiting for you in your work…
You're probably here because...
You're in the right place if...
Personalised Mentorshops
Whether you’re craving clarity in your business, confidence behind the camera, or portfolio work that truly feels like you - my mentorships are designed to meet you exactly where you are.
An up to two hour deep dive into your business goals, questions, and creative direction. Perfect for gaining clarity on what to prioritise - whether that’s shooting, editing, client experience, or systems.
Join me on a styled shoot where you’ll photograph a real couple alongside me. You’ll gain hands-on experience, practice directing, and leave with portfolio-ready work (plus some BTS video snippets for your marketing).
Optional Add Ons
A 1-hour Zoom where we edit your mentorship images together, giving you a front-row seat to my full editing workflow and storytelling methods so you can confidently apply them to your own galleries.
Show up online as the photographer your clients can’t wait to book. This session is all about capturing portraits that reflect your personality and brand, giving you imagery that connects and converts. This is booked separately inquire to book!
Consult call
Shoot-Along Mentorship
$595
$1,950
Including GST
Including GST
Editing session - $450
Branding & headshot session
Workshops
These aren’t your average “shoot alongs.” With my teaching background, every workshop is designed around a clear learning intention — starting with an education session where we dive into storytelling, client experience, or creative expression.
Then we move into a fully styled, editorial shoot that I’ve curated with purpose. You’ll be guided with educational touch points throughout, so instead of just snapping the same shots as me, you’ll actively practise new skills, direct with confidence, and create work that feels like you.
You’ll leave with not only a killer portfolio, but the knowledge and confidence to apply these skills with your own clients straight away.
“It was amazing to watch Shan work. I learnt so much by being out of my comfort zone! She is amazing at what she does” ~ Emma from Emma May Photography
“Shan did so incredibly, I am just so blown away. I had the best time - honestly I have been to some workshops that I have paid some pretty decent money to be at, where the teacher doesn’t explain the way they’re shooting the way Shan does.” ~ Alicia from Alicia Burgess Photography
"Where do I even begin with how incredible Shan’s workshop was!
Not only is she an absolute master of her craft, but she explains her process so clearly and has such an amazing presence with her clients and models, I learned so much from that alone. I’m already counting down to her next education launch because I’ll be there with BELLS on!" ~ Cailee from Cailee Maeve Photography
“Shan was made for this space. She is so good at education, explaining things SO well it’s just amazing. She is so good at what she does.” ~ Claire from Gallery Lane Magazine
"She is an absolute master of her craft"
"Shan was made for this space"
Hi, I’m Shan! A Melbourne-based candid, storytelling photographer with a background in psychology, English literature and teaching (which means I’m basically obsessed with people and their stories).
I’ve helped hundreds of couples feel comfortable in front of the camera, and I’ve built an approach rooted in storytelling, symbolism, and authentic connection.
Now, I’m sharing the tools and practices that have allowed me to:
- Create cinematic, emotive galleries every single time.
- Keep my work creatively fresh instead of stuck in burnout cycles.
- Build a client experience that feels effortless, intentional, and real.
And I want the same for you.
