“I'm so happy I took this class! Amy's supportive feedback and encouragement as well as the course content far exceeded my expectations. I learned so much, and the time flew. Amy's video feedback was detailed and so very fun, insightful, and inspiring. An instructor really does set the tone for a classroom, and Amy is a rockstar of authentic connection. She created a community that was nurturing, filled with creativity, and permeated with loving guidance that motivated us and made the journey a joy. She saw the best in our work and in ourselves and also gently offered suggestions that strengthened our work and filled us with ideas and tips we were excited to try in our creative practice and/or studios. I would heartily recommend this class for photographers who are curious (or even feel a little scared) about stepping in front of the camera, to grow their skills and creativity, and to learn and make amazing art in a warm, creative environment that makes a student excited to keep practicing this art and making more photos from the series started in class.”

-Melanie Faith

“In a very supportive group and under Amy's loving guidance, we were able to step out of our comfort zone, experiment, discover new things, and engage intensively with ourselves in this safe space. I would like to say to everyone, and especially to Amy: thank you very much!”

-Claudia Krempel

“Amy’s heart and passion come through in every part of this class—from the thoughtful way she built the lessons to her warm, genuine feedback on our work. She creates a space that feels safe and supportive, where it’s easy to share your art and take creative risks. Amy teaches with a great mix of technical know-how and personal experience, and she’s always there with encouragement and guidance when you need it. The process ended up being unexpectedly healing for me, helping me work through parts of my past in a really meaningful and healing way. The Zoom sessions were another favorite; they brought everyone together and created real connections that I know will last. I can’t recommend this experience enough, and I’m already looking forward to continuing my creative journey using the skills I learned during this course.”

-Lisa Edney

“I joined Amy's class "Self-Portraits for Growth" because I deeply admire Amy's work and I thought the class sounded fun and intriguing.  The class ended up being SO much more than I ever expected!  Most importantly, I've come away from this course feeling more connected to my values and I have a deeper understanding of my life purpose.  Even as a seasoned photographer, I learned a lot of helpful tips about posing, lighting, and techniques like multiple exposures and slow shutter speeds.  The community of photographers within the course was incredibly welcoming, encouraging, and inspiring. The assignments were meaningful and insightful. I never thought I would be interested in setting up a studio space, but thanks to this course, I now have the equipment and the know-how to set up a temporary studio space inside of my 120 square foot tiny house.  This has unlocked a whole new world of possibilities with my photography.  My creativity is reignited and I can't wait to continue exploring the journey of self-portraits.  Thank you, Amy!”

-Katy Haldiman

“This class was incredibly refreshing,  I haven’t taken one that kept me this engaged every single day in a long time. I truly admire her artistry and her teaching style. The way she shares her knowledge made learning both inspiring and practical, and I now feel equipped with new skills I can confidently apply to my future projects. Thank you Amy!”

-Mónica McLean

“This class was an absolute dream - challenging, introspective, encouraging, supportive.  I was pushed outside of my comfort zone in so many ways - but the teacher and students were so thoughtful and engaged, that I felt safe the entire time.  I would take this class again and again - honestly, I'd take it each year to see what growth and changes happen in my sense of self.  This class and Cami's class on process have been work/life changing for me.”

-Sarah Throop