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Your photo business can be lonely at times.

As creatives, we often stand alone, without a team to help decide on the best moves going forward.

oh hello, I'm

Michael Stewart Patrick Kent

I am a portrait photographer, and photo educator. Half of the creative team at Allen-Kent Photography, but also founder/lead educator at Photo Club.

At the most basic level, I believe that photography is a powerful art form with the ability to capture moments, empower people to do amazing things, and remind us what it is to be human. Our photography seeks to speak to the authenticity in the moments and people that we capture, while revealing and creating something a touch deeper.

Our education philosophy also stems from the same understanding. In photography mentoring, I continuously strive to enrich, uplift, and help creatives reach the potential they have hidden inside.

12+

Years of experience

1500+

Session in 10 years

3 Million+

Images shot (probably..., I mean, I did the math...)

Some Kind Words

Shooting with Michael has been incredibly impactful. Michael goes above and beyond to teach the ins and outs of the trade. Michael has given me direct advice on how to ensure the comfort and trust in your clients, the importance of angles/leading lines to make your photos stand out and how to cultivate your own professional style. What started as a client relationship has blossomed into a mentor and friend who has elevated my professional career exceptionally.

JonelleShooting

I am thankful that I met Brooke and Michael. They are amazing teachers with years of experience and get excited at sharing that knowledge and watching their students grow and improve. If you have the opportunity or are on the fence about taking a workshop or mentoring session with them, erase that doubt and do it!

CristianShooting Portraits With Confidence

Michael taught me SO many things to fix and improve my workflow and my tech - you guys: I’m about to be so much better! And it was so fun to learn! Basically I feel like I’m flying
All I can say is I’m so thankful for the creative community I live and work in . And if you’re a photographer who loves the art but struggles with the tech - it’s so worth investing in someone to help you create GOOD
systems FIRST. If I could go back and had this opportunity - I would have invested in this before any new glass, software, gear, etc. It’s truly your foundation!

GracePhotography Workflow

I started out with a big interest in the art of photography, but had little to no technical background. Michael was more than willing to help me out with whatever questions I had ... It was a huge reassurance to know that someone was there to help in a positive, supporting way... Michael has it figured out in all areas of photography and thankfully, he seems to believe that sharing his knowledge with other photographers is good thing.

JessicaTechnology

Mentoring Options

What can we do together, that will help you the most?

Mentor Session

$400

/session

2 hour video call

Face-to-Face Mentoring

$1000

payment plans available

full day experience

Long-Term Strategizing

$2000

payment plans available

focused 6 month plan

Mentoring Session

Chat from home

A two hour video or phone call, where we can get straight to the point and dig into anything you wish. This starts with a bit of discovery on my end, and some questions from me, then we will plan exactly what we want to go over.

Focus on what matters to you

we can discuss pretty much anything, common topics are: Shooting, editing, branding, making your subjects feel comfortable, finding your ideal clients, keeping your clients happy, intentional growth, social media, marketing, keeping track of sessions, knowing where your photos are, delivery, etc.

$400/Session

Face-to-Face Mentoring

Hands on, NoMI vibes

A hands on experience, set in Northern Michigan. Come sit down with me, and together we can make plans for your future. This half day session is focused on the full experience from initial client inquiry, all the way to delivery.

What are we doing?

  • It begins with an in-depth Q and A session.
  • Next we will head out and shoot together, where I can show you exactly how I photograph. either portraits, couples, or families.
  • During this time, you will also be shooting, and exploring what you have learned.
  • Finally we will go over the process by which we manage our images, edit, and deliver to our excited client!

$1000

Payment plans are always available. This is an investment, but we can break it up to make it easier.

photography mentoring face-to-face

Long-Term Strategizing

6 month, focused growth, with accountability

For the long haul. Designed to empower and create sustainable growth, while building goals and creating reasonable paths to those goals.

We are working on this together!

This session allows us to not only tackle some of the most popular ideas, but also allows an unprecedented level of personal examination and self exploration, all while focused on building your photography career.

Month 1

Start with a two hour video mentoring session, with one hour check-ins each month.

Weekly text check-ins.

Month 2-5

A one hour video call, focused on accountability, active growth, and customizing the rest of the mentoring experience

Month 6

A final one to two hour session, focused on how to continue past mentoring, plus celebration!!!

Continuing education after the 6 month program available for a discounted $200/month

This is truly focused and driven mentoring.

$2000

for the 6mo program

Payment plans are always available. This is an investment, but we can break it up to make it easier.

Let's

Do This!






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