Photography for Beginners
I pick up my camera to find the beauty in the simplest moments
I first picked up the camera to catch the small, daily, things in our lives, that we usually ignore. I found my passion & now 15 years in & many students later I have found an even greater joy in mentoring & educating others. Not only do we teach in-person workshops at our studio but we also offer an online course to get you started with your camera!
Earning & Portfolio Building
Meet the Photographer
Some experts may tell you that you need to do FREE sessions - I don't typically agree with this. You don't start an hourly job and work for free during your job training so why would you work for free while you learn photography? I have created a course on exactly how to do this so that when you are ready to start your business you have a solid foundation to kick start things with!
Four Figure Minis
RUNNING A BUSINESS IS HARD, BUT IT DOESN'T ALL HAVE TO BE..
More Money Less Stress! Do you find yourself running minis, only for clients to haggle you left and right about wanting all those beautiful images you take…but not wanting to pay full price? Do you want to run less minis and not take a pay cut, maybe bring in four figures for each 15 min mini?My Mini Sessions Sales System, it encourages your clients to upgrade. It allows you to upsell in a simple, profitable way and, you'll have happy clients that even want to buy prints after they upgrade.
See Some of My Work
I have been an educator for over ten years, and it is my passion to see other photographers thrive and succeed in their passions. These courses are designed to be not only affordable but also packed with all the details you need to excel in this craft! These courses are full of knowledge, and even after your purchase, I’m here if you need me! I’m just a message away to answer any of your questions. If you’re local, I would love to see you at my next workshop here at Wild Oak Studio!
Welcome, I'm Cortney
Meet the Photographer
Hey there! I’m a proud mama of six amazing kiddos, including one with special needs. For nearly 15 years, I’ve been living my dream as a photographer, educator, and business owner—running our own clothing brand and a cozy studio. I’m so excited to share my journey with you, from balancing family life to creating incredible experiences for my clients. Teaching and connecting with fellow creators lights me up, and I can’t wait to grow alongside this wonderful community!