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Mentoring & SEO for Wedding Photographers Who Want to Level Up

Who is this for?

New to the wedding photography world? Or looking to rebuild after burnout?
I’ve got real-world experience from the trenches and I’m here to pass it on.

You’re a good fit if…

  • You’re tired of guessing your next move

  • You want to be fully booked—without burnout

  • You want SEO but hate the tech

  • You want to work with someone who gets this industry

The Mentorship That Changes Everything

Six months of 1:1 mentoring, including an in-person shoot, workflow training, portfolio feedback, and real talk about running a photography business that lasts.

What’s included:

  • 6 months of monthly 1.5 hr strategy calls

  • An on-the-job second shooting experience (I come to your wedding)

  • Editing + storytelling deep dive

  • Facebook group access for support + Q&A

  • Bonus Month: Wrap-up session to refine + focus your growth

A man in a suit and tie wears a boutonniere and a pocket square labeled "DAD" in block letters, sunlight shining behind him—capturing timeless moments of wedding photography experience.

SEO Mentoring for Wedding Photographers

Tired of hoping SEO “just works”? Let’s build you a strategy that drives real inquiries.

You’ll get:

  • Monthly SEO calls to review your site, track rankings, and refine content

  • Walkthroughs of Google Search Console, Ahrefs, Keywords Everywhere, etc.

  • Clear, realistic tasks to grow your online presence

Done-for-You SEO Services

Prefer to hand it off? I got you.

Services include:

  • Full SEO audit (technical + on-page)

  • Blog category optimization

  • Keyword strategy specific to your brand + region

  • Ongoing tracking with monthly reporting

Want to Dip a Toe In First?  Smaller sessions designed to give you clarity and momentum.

Monthly Mentorship
4 one-hour monthly calls for business clarity + growth strategy
$1200 total

Spark Session: Flash Intensive
Level up your flash game and learn how to use light like a pro
$1200 total

Website Review
Full walk-through of every important page on your site: SEO, GMB, keyword structure
$850 flat (+$150 for follow-up call)

An Asheville wedding where a bride and groom exchange their vows in front of a crowd of people.
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A bride and groom, accompanied by their beloved dog, gracefully twirl across the dance floor on their wedding day captured by Asheville Wedding Photographer Michael Freas

Defining PJ Style

We’re on a journey to redefine truth-telling in photography, preserving and celebrating it in all its glory. We delve into the captivating work of past photojournalists, learn from their skill of capturing raw emotions, and apply these insights to your wedding day.

Defining our Role

As documentary wedding photographers, we’ll unravel our identities and reinvent our purpose. This reshapes us into appreciative, satisfied, and driven wedding photographers with a career of purpose and freedom. 

Shoot w/ Me

This next chapter will guide you through a whole wedding day, documentary-style, loaded with clever tips to bridge the gap between you and your clients–minus the poses.

Why Work With Me?

You’re not just hiring a coach. You’re getting a teammate who cares as much as you do.

  • Clear, down-to-earth communication (text me anytime)

  • Real-life wedding experience, not just theory

  • Full transparency and honest advice

  • A friend who’ll hype you up and hold you accountable

Pricing Snapshot

  • Mentorship + Shoot — $3200

  • Monthly SEO Mentorship — $1200

  • Website Review — $850

  • Flash Spark Session — $1200

Tell stories that last forever

The wedding day should be unforgettable. Let's explore how to capture it perfectly

Whats the experience like?

“Michael’s personalized approach made the journey both inspiring and educational. I came away with better technical skills, a deeper grasp of storytelling in photography, and a mentor who truly cared about my development.”

Heidi H Photography

A woman in a white dress stands on a decorative bridge with floral designs in a garden, holding a camera and smiling, embodying the spirit of photography education.

Ready to stop winging it and start building the business you actually want?
Let’s talk about your goals and how I can help get you there.

  • Clear and regular communication using whatever method works for you (that’s right, I’m not afraid to text).
  • My best advice  
  • Unwavering support, commitment, and enthusiasm.
  • A lifelong friend who cares about you and your experience.