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What is a Portfolio Consultation?

It’s you and me, talking about your microstock portfolio, where to take it and how to get there. We discuss specific photos from your portfolio and techniques for selling more and getting fewer rejections. Together, we look for strengths and weaknesses, and hopefully you walk away inspired and with a plan.

Why do a portfolio consultation?

With a consultation you can get some concrete ideas for portfolio development and talk about anything from niche exploration to technical solutions. The session will be tailored to your needs and experience level, one-on-one coaching as opposed to a standard class or lecture.

Michael from Switzerland says:

Coming from a different field of expertise, this has been invaluable to me and will help me to focus on my style, while improving my technical skills. I would recommend a portfolio consultation to anybody who feels the need or desire to get an outside look, and guidance on personal development as an artist. I am looking forward to discussing my progress with him in the future.

Why do it with me?

Beyond my own photography, I have years of experience inspecting literally thousands of photos for istockphoto.com every month. Through my work there, I have studied images shot with every kind of setup imaginable, by professional photographers as well as people who have never taken their point-and-shoot off of auto. I have been in microstock since 2000, when the concept was still in its infancy, and more importantly, I enjoy sharing what I have learned.

Sarah from Ireland says:

Rasmus provided me with comprehensive feedback. The points he made about my portfolio and my approach to photography were very informative and useful. The key point I took from our session was that I need to leave my comfort zone in order to advance my portfolio. This is something that I knew deep down but hearing it from Rasmus made me take it more seriously.

How to prepare for a session?

Time is preciously short during a consultation, so to get the most for your money, I encourage you to prepare a list of subjects, you’d like to cover. Especially areas you’d like to improve on. I’ll also ask you to send me three full resolution photos that are a good representation of your work, as well as a link to your current microstock portfolio.

Dimitar from Macedonia says:

Thank You Rasmus, for being persistant with your questions. It made me face the challenges today and with focused mind for tomorrow. If you are having second thoughts about a consultation with Rasmus, please note that he will ask the tough questions which will lead to your goal.

If you have any questions or would like to book a session, send an e-mail to: rasmus AT theprintphotography DOT com.

90 minute session: $250

If you’d like to read a detailed response from someone who did a session with me, check out the post “10 Ways Microstock Coaching Can Increase Your Earnings“, by Lee Torrens.