ilovecreatives – Photography Course
Your Blueprint for a Sustainable Creative Career

Learn how to turn your passion for photography into a profitable career. This comprehensive course provides a complete, step-by-step system for defining your artistic vision, mastering business administration, and pitching to clients with confidence to build a sustainable and rewarding career.

Here’s What You Get: The Photography Course

In this course, we’re helping you strategize and map out your vision as an artist, while still making money. We created this course so you can build a **sustainable creative career** and define (for yourself) when, where, and HOW to be flexible in this industry. This program is a complete solution, combining artistic vision with the business acumen needed to build a profitable career.

  • Self-Paced Forever Access

    Feel free to work through this course at the pace that makes most sense for you. You’ll have forever access to the lessons and resources, so you can revisit the material whenever you need a refresh.

  • Exclusive Resources: Lightroom Presets, Finance Templates, and More

    Get access to Kanya’s exclusive resources, including a collection of select **Lightroom presets** so that you have a solid reference for exploring your own visual style and a suite of finance templates to manage your business effectively.

  • Treatment Deck Template

    You’re getting a detailed walkthrough of how Kanya puts together her **treatment decks**, and we’re giving you the template too. This is an essential tool for nailing your cold pitches, crafting intentional moodboards, and adapting your artist statement for different brands to win high-paying clients.

The Landscape: Building Your Photography Career

You may be curious or even cynical about a career in photography because it can seem like a fun hobby but how do you turn it into a real career? It can be intimidating because it can feel like there’s no structure due to the artistic and creative nature of the business. In this lesson, we will show you how to strategically map out your **photography career** with your artistic and business goals in mind.

  • Level 1 — What is your creative ethos?
  • Level 2 — Finding inspiration and developing your unique style.
  • Level 3 — Blending technique with powerful storytelling.

The Treatment: Pitching and Project Execution

In this section, we’ll teach you how to create a **treatment deck from scratch**—an essential tool for pitching to clients and brands. You’ll learn how to articulate your vision and the goals of your shoot or content, transforming them into a clear artistic statement with a distinct tone. We’ll guide you in breaking it down into key components to help bring your vision to life, from the first spark of pre-production to the final touch of post-production.

  • Level 1 — Developing the Concept and pitch.
  • Level 2 — Breaking down the shots for a seamless execution.
  • Level 3 — Treatment → Shoot → Delivery: a complete workflow for professional projects.

Studio Management & Business

It’s called a Studio, whether it’s brick and mortar or not. In this section, you’ll learn all biz related—managing archives, emails, negatives, schedule, budget, etc. Add legitimacy. You are your own “Studio Manager.” Your agent won’t do everything for you! This is the essential business foundation for building a sustainable and profitable career.

  • Level 1 — Be Your Own Agent: Learn how to manage your own career and pitch to clients.
  • Level 2 — Business Admin: Master the essentials of running a creative business, from contracts to bookkeeping.
  • Level 3 — Marketing Yourself: Learn how to market yourself effectively to attract your ideal clients.

Course Highlights: Why The Photography Course is a Game-Changer

The Photography Course is a game-changer because it provides a complete, holistic system for building a sustainable creative career. The program’s core highlight is its focus on integrating artistic vision with strategic business goals, which is the key to turning a hobby into a profitable profession. The inclusion of exclusive resources like Lightroom presets and a Treatment Deck Template provides a unique and powerful competitive advantage. This is a must-have for any aspiring or existing creative professional who wants to move beyond a passion project and build a real, legitimate business.

Benefits for Students: A Path to Creative and Financial Freedom

Enrolling in this course offers a direct path to creative and financial freedom. You will gain a deep understanding of your creative ethos, the skills to blend technique with storytelling, and the business acumen to confidently price your work and manage clients. The program’s focus on a comprehensive system, from artistic vision to studio management, ensures you have all the tools and knowledge needed to scale your creative business to new heights. This is your opportunity to stop being just a photographer and start building a successful and enduring creative career.

What’s In It for You? The Shortcut to Building a Profitable Photography Business

This program is your ultimate shortcut to building a profitable photography business. Instead of spending years of trial and error, you get a clear, step-by-step system from an expert with a proven track record. You’ll learn the secrets to creating a professional treatment deck, the strategies for marketing yourself effectively, and the skills to manage your business with confidence. This is about building a business that is not limited by your time or your effort but is built on a foundation of proven, repeatable systems for growth and profitability.

Who Should Enroll? The Aspiring Photographer and Creative Entrepreneur

The ilovecreatives Photography Course is the perfect fit for a wide range of creative professionals. This includes beginners who are new to photography, experienced hobbyists who want to turn their passion into a career, and creative entrepreneurs who are looking to build a professional visual brand. If you are struggling with a lack of a clear business strategy, feel overwhelmed by the process of pitching to clients, or simply want to learn a predictable, repeatable system for success, this program provides the clear, actionable blueprint you need to succeed. It’s for anyone who is ready to take a professional and strategic approach to their creative career.

Course Outcome: A Scalable, Profitable Photography Business

The ultimate outcome of the Photography Course is a scalable, profitable photography business. You will leave with a deep understanding of your creative ethos, the skills to create stunning visuals, and the business acumen to manage your career with confidence. The program’s focus on a comprehensive system, from artistic vision to studio management, ensures you have all the tools and knowledge needed to scale your business to new heights. You’ll feel confident in your ability to generate a consistent stream of income and build a career that is both impactful and financially rewarding.

The Secret to Building a Sustainable Career

Many creative professionals struggle to build a sustainable career, but this program reveals the secret: a combination of artistic vision and business skills. You’ll learn how to strategically map out your career, set clear artistic and business goals, and build a brand that is both authentic and profitable. This is a game-changing skill that will help you move beyond a “fun hobby” and build a business that generates consistent revenue and provides the freedom to do the creative work you love.

From Hobbyist to Professional: The Treatment Deck

The “Treatment Deck Template” is a game-changer for anyone who wants to pitch to clients and brands with confidence. It’s a professional tool that allows you to articulate your vision and the goals of your shoot or content, transforming them into a clear artistic statement. This is a crucial skill that will help you move from a photo hobbyist to a professional who can win high-paying clients and build a career that is both impactful and profitable.

The Power of a Supportive Community and Expert Guidance

The private community and direct guidance from Kanya provide an invaluable source of support, mentorship, and accountability. This is a network of like-minded individuals who are all on the same mission. This community is a priceless resource for learning from others’ experiences, getting feedback, and collaborating on new projects. It’s a key ingredient for sustained success and growth, providing you with a network of professionals who understand your journey.

The Path to Sustainable and Scalable Growth

The Photography Course is not just a course for a single project; it is a blueprint for sustainable and scalable growth. The program teaches you how to manage your business effectively, from archives and emails to budgets and marketing. This is about building a business that is resilient, profitable, and positioned for sustained success for years to come. This program is an investment in your future, providing you with a complete, long-term solution for building a successful creative career.

The Power of a Profitable Business Mindset

One of the most valuable lessons in this program is the importance of a profitable business mindset. Kanya’s journey from a hobbyist to a professional, driven by necessity, provides a powerful example of how to attach business to photography right out of the gate. This is about building a business that is not limited by your creative passion alone but is built on a foundation of strategic thinking and financial literacy. This is the key to building a career that is both artistically fulfilling and financially rewarding.