My Classes

It’s insane to me that just about a decade ago I was begging to graduate college and be done with school forever. Fast forward to present, and I have a thirst for knowledge that is one of my daily motivators. Academia wasn’t my favorite thing, but education is an invaluable piece of my life now. It’s all about being able to learn the things that interest you and drive your passion.

I love sharing knowledge and want to make the journey a little bit easier for you. All of my classes are offered on Skillshare which means one subscription gets you all my classes and any other classes from a range of instructors and subjects. It’s a great deal!

Portrait Photography: Using Natural Light to Create Drama.

Photograph a subject with irresistible emotion. This 90-minute class goes on-location with me to reveal how to use light to create a stunning dramatic portrait. Whether you use a DSLR or iPhone, you’ll learn how to prep your location, subject, and settings so that you can fully develop skills in composition, exposure, and styling. To make your portraits truly incredible, I also share my favorite tricks for editing in Lightroom.

This is a class for pros, enthusiasts, and everyone curious about how an incredible portrait comes to life.

Portrait Photography Essentials: One-Light Setups.

You don’t need a complex setup to photograph an incredible portrait. In this short class, I walk you through 4 one-light setups to help you make the most of your light, maximize the looks you capture on a shoot, and create stunning images. Justin walks through 4 key setups (split, loop, Rembrandt, and butterfly) as well as his approach to equipment, post-processing, and even iPhone shots.

This class is perfect for beginning to intermediate photographers looking to learn the basics of studio lighting.

Fundamentals of DSLR Photography

This introductory photography class is a smart, inspiring way to get up to speed quickly. You’ll learn how to manually balance shutter speed, aperture, and ISO to achieve perfect exposure, every time — and then hit the streets to see it all in action. Plus, you’ll also learn my go-to camera settings, must-have gear, and recommendations on a budget. By the end, you’ll know how to master your settings, shoot in manual mode for total control, and create the pro-level photos you’ve always imagined.

This class is ideal for beginners and intermediate enthusiasts.

Modern Money Habits: 5 Steps to Build the Life You Want.

The key to unlocking a life you love? Taking control of your personal finances! In this new class, I share the simple five step approach that allowed me to leave a career on Wall Street to launch a successful photography business. Packed with the actionable tips and straightforward examples that have made Justin’s photo classes a hit with more than 80,000 Skillshare students, this 70-minute class will guide you through every step of creating a personalized plan to take charge of your financial destiny!

This class is for anyone who wants to cultivate healthy money habits, regardless of age, level, or lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to change careers, get out of debt, or save for your next big trip, you’ll gain a simple framework to rekindle your confidence, go after your dreams, and build the life you want!