Mentoring



Supportive Photography Mentoring: Build Skills & Confidence

Transform your photography journey in a nurturing, confidence-building environment. Our mentoring programs understand that creative growth requires both technical expertise and emotional support.

why choose studio masters mentoring:

• Supportive Learning Environment: Work with mentors who understand the creative journey
• Confidence-Building Approach: Progress at your own pace without judgement
• Private, Safe Space to Grow: Express your artistic vision in a encouraging setting
• Personalized Guidance: Receive constructive feedback that builds, never diminishes

Choose Your Comfort Level:

Group Mentoring Through Develop:
Join our supportive online community where you can learn, grow, and share in a safe environment. Access over 100 hours of content at your own pace, participate in judges assessments and develop your skills alongside like-minded photographers.

1-1 personalised mentoring | your new journey includes:

• Mindset Development & Confidence Building
• Supportive Technical Skill Development
• Gentle Portfolio Growth Guidance
• Emotional Support Through Creative Blocks
• British Photographers Alliance Qualification Path

Pathway Mentoring Programme


Pathway Mentoring: Creating Confident Photographers

Transform your photography journey with expert guidance that builds both skills and confidence. Our comprehensive mentoring program develops your complete professional toolkit - from technical mastery to business acumen.

learn from the professionals:

• Technical Excellence
• Business Development
• Creative Confidence
• Professional Portfolio Building
• Industry Qualifications

Choose your learning path with flexible options designed to support your unique journey, guided by the UK's most accomplished photographers.



Salli Gainsford

Award-Winning Photography Mentor & Fine Art Expert | Salli Gainsford

Ranked 7th in UK Photography (2022), Salli Gainsford brings 20 years of professional excellence to photography education and fine art creation. Based in Essex/Cambridgeshire, she specializes in advanced portrait techniques, combining classical old masters lighting with contemporary digital innovation.

Professional Expertise:
• Fine Art Portrait Photography
• Advanced Lightroom & Photoshop Training
• Creative Composite Mastery
• Professional Post-Production Techniques
• AI Integration in Photography

Internationally recognised for:
• Character Portrait Photography
• Old Masters Style Lighting
• Studio & Natural Light Mastery
• Pet & Equine Photography
• Digital Art Innovation

As a founder member of Studio Masters and a leading photography educator, Salli guides photographers through British Photographers Alliance qualifications, combining traditional in-camera excellence with cutting-edge digital techniques.

Qualifications

  • Fellow of the British Photographers Alliance 

  • Fellow of The National Photographic Society

  • 37th WPE World Wide

  • 2nd WPE England 

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1 year mentoring programme

Six one hour zoom sessions - Covering topics to suit your needs.

Four full days in person, bespoke training for your personal needs, covering posing, lighting, post-production and image assessment.

Twelve months subscription to the Develop Platform - Educational resources.

£2,595.00

3 Day Course 

Three full days in person which can be taken consecutively or spread out to accommodate your growth and development.

This course covers, posing, lighting and post production. 

Establishing a clear criteria for your continual professional development.

£1,295.00

1 Day Course 

A personalised one-day photography course. 

Assessment of your strengths and weaknesses, providing tailored guidance to help you improve your skills.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine technique, this day course is designed to set you on a clear path for growth in your photography journey.

£495.00

Mike Baker FBPA

Professional Photography Mentor & Wedding Expert | Mike Baker

With over 40 years of excellence in professional photography, Mike Baker delivers expert education from his Midlands base. As a distinguished international speaker and educator, he specialises in corporate, PR, wedding photography mastery and advanced lighting techniques.

Professional Expertise:
• Wedding Photography Excellence
• Corporate Event Photography
• Advanced Lighting Techniques
• Media & PR Photography
• Professional Portfolio Development

Industry Leadership:
• International Photography Speaker
• Professional Wedding Photography Training
• Natural & Studio Lighting Mastery
• Corporate Photography Solutions
• British Photographers Alliance Mentor

As a founding member of Studio Masters, Mike guides photographers through both technical mastery and business development, sharing insights gained from decades of professional success across multiple photography sectors.

Qualifications

  • Fellow British Photographers Alliance

  • Associate of The National Photographic Society

  • Licentiate of British Institute Of Professional Photography 

  • Licentiate of The Royal Photographic Society

  • PR and Press Photographer of the Year (Photo Training Overseas) 

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CLICK HERE - TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT Mike Baker AS A MENTOR

1 year mentoring programme

Six one hour zoom sessions - Covering topics to suit your needs.

Four full days in person, bespoke training for your personal needs, covering posing, lighting, post-production and image assessment.

Twelve months subscription to the Develop Platform - Educational resources.

£2,595.00

3 Day Course 

Three full days in person which can be taken consecutively or spread out to accommodate your growth and development.

This course covers, posing, lighting and post production. 

Establishing a clear criteria for your continual professional development.

£1,295.00

1 Day Course 

A personalised one-day photography course. 

Assessment of your strengths and weaknesses, providing tailored guidance to help you improve your skills.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine technique, this day course is designed to set you on a clear path for growth in your photography journey.

£495.00

Kevin Wilson

Kevin Wilson | UK's Most Awarded Professional Photographer & BPA Founder

Kevin Wilson stands as Europe's leading wedding and portrait photographer, based in Dorset. As founder and head of the British Photographers Alliance (BPA), he brings unparalleled expertise to photography education and qualification standards.

Distinguished Achievements:
• Triple Fellowship Holder (BIPP, RPS, MPA)
• 17 Kodak European Gold Awards
• Leading UK Wedding Photography Expert
• British Photographers Alliance Founder
• International Photography Educator

Professional Excellence:
• Advanced Portrait Photography
• Luxury Wedding Photography
• Professional Qualification Assessment
• Photography Education Standards
• Industry-Leading Techniques

As the UK's most decorated photographer, Kevin Wilson leads the British Photographers Alliance qualifications, setting the benchmark for professional photography excellence and education standards.

Qualifications

  • Honorary Fellow of the British Institute of Professional Photography

  • Fellow of The Royal Photographic Society

  • Deputy Chairman of Applied Qualifications - The Royal Photographic Society   

  • Family Portrait Photographer of the year Kodak UK

  • Open Portrait Photographer of the year Kodak UK

  • Kodak European Gold Awards of Excellence as creative wedding photographer

  • Under 5's Photographer of the year Kodak UK

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CLICK HERE - TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT Kevin wilson AS A MENTOR

1 year mentoring programme

Six one hour zoom sessions - Covering topics to suit your needs.

Four full days in person, bespoke training for your personal needs, covering posing, lighting, post-production and image assessment.

Twelve months subscription to the Develop Platform - Educational resources.

£2,595.00

3 Day Course 

Three full days in person which can be taken consecutively or spread out to accommodate your growth and development.

This course covers, posing, lighting and post production. 

Establishing a clear criteria for your continual professional development.

£1,295.00

1 Day Course 

A personalised one-day photography course. 

Assessment of your strengths and weaknesses, providing tailored guidance to help you improve your skills.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine technique, this day course is designed to set you on a clear path for growth in your photography journey.

£495.00

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