You don't need another tutorial — you need clarity, confidence, and a plan that actually works in real life.
I'll help you simplify your camera settings, pricing, systems, and marketing so your business finally feels doable and profitable.
For the photographer who is ready to stop guessing and start growing.
If you've ever walked away from a session unsure why your images didn't turn out the way you imagined — or felt overwhelmed by camera settings, pricing, or what your next step should be — you're not alone.
I've been there too.
My 1:1 mentoring sessions are relaxed, supportive, and completely customized to you. We'll talk through what's actually holding you back, simplify the confusing parts of photography and business, and build a plan you can move forward with confidently.
Perfect for beginner and early-growth photographers who want clarity, confidence, and a plan that actually works.
No Pressure. No Judgement. Just real answers, encouragement, and clarity..
This mentoring is for you if...
— Stephanie G.
Karissa explained things in a way that finally made sense and gave me confidence in my pricing and using my client system moving forward."
What clients are saying:
You're ready to learn, ask questions, and take action
You want honest feedback and encouragement — not fluff
If you're willing to show up, be open, and apply what we talk about, mentoring can absolutely move you forward faster than trying to figure it all out alone.
You don't need to have it all together. You just need to be ready to grow.
You want help with pricing, systems, and running your business more intentionally
You understand the basics, but still second-guess your camera settings or editing
You're a beginner or early-growth photographer who wants clearer direction
Is this right for me?
2-hour 1:1 Mentoring Session — $375
Shoot Along Session $250
1-hour Momentum Check-In $175
- Camera settings + shooting in manual
- Lighting for different situations
- Editing workflow & consistency
- Pricing + packages
- Product sales & gallery strategy to increase backend revenue
- Client systems + galleries
- Senior photography + rep teams
- Marketing + booking strategy
- In Person (Waseca area) or Zoom
- Fully customized to your goals and experience
- Relaxed, supportive, and practical guidance
- Real-time Q+A and hands-on problem solving
- Follow-up recap with key takeaways
Customized to your needs:
1:1 Photography Mentoring:
Optional Add-ons:
What we can work on together
Investment
Whether we focus on camera settings, pricing, systems, product sales, or your overall business strategy, this time is dedicated entirely to you.
Join me for a senior or family session and get real, hands-on experience shooting alongside me. We'll talk through settings, posing, lighting decisions, and workflow in real time.
Momentum Check-In — A focused follow-up session to refine what you've implemented, answer questions that come up along the way, and make intentional adjustments so everything continues to feel aligned, efficient, and sustainable as you grow..
I'm a photographer, business owner, and mom who's built a profitable, senior-focused photography business over the last four years — while balancing real life, kids, sports schedules, date nights with the hubs, and small-town living.
I know how overwhelming the early stages of photography can feel. The camera settings that don't quite click. The pricing the feels scary to set. The systems you know you need but don't know where to start. And the constant second-guessing that makes everything feel harder than it needs to be.
That's exactly why I mento the way I do.
I've grown my business by learning through experience — testing, adjusting, making mistakes, and refining what actually works in today's market. Everything I teach comes from real situations, real clients, and real decisions I've made in my own business.
My goal isn't to overwhelm you or hand you a one-size-fits-all formula. It's to help you simplify, gain confidence, and walk away with clear next steps you can actually implement.
If you're looking for honest guidance, practical support, and someone who will meet you right where you are — I'm so glad you're here.
Hi friend, I'm Karissa..
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