Master Your Craft and Become an Exceptional Equestrian Photographer
with Wings, a Small Group Equestrian Photography Mentorship.
Transform your Equestrian Photography and soar to new heights!
Do you ever lack confidence in your photography or editing skills?
Maybe your work feels stuck in a rut, lacking the creative spark you know it could have.
Or perhaps you’ve invested in all the right gear but still struggle to create the equestrian photos you’ve been dreaming of.
If any of that resonates, you’re in the right place.
Wings is a 3-month, immersive mentorship and learning experience designed specifically for equestrian photographers like you.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a passionate amateur, Wings will help you refine your skills, reignite your creativity, and transform how you approach your craft.
With personalized mentorship from someone who’s invested in your growth and success, plus the support of a small community that genuinely has your back, Wings will give you the tools and confidence to take your photography to new heights.
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"I now feel 1000000x more confident!"
“Prior to the mentorship, I was drowning in work and self-doubt. It would take me weeks to edit photos because I wasn’t sure anyone would like my style or edits, and I had no idea how to organize my workflow. I now feel 1000000x more confident! My photos have improved incredibly, my bookings instantly increased and so did my confidence.”
"I can see noticeable improvements."
The Wings mentorship provided so many ways for me to improve my equine photography skills. Lighting, composition, posing, and session workflow were major themes, and I can see noticeable improvements since completion. One of the things that still stands out the most is the passion Shelley has for equine photography, as well as teaching others. She took the time to answer everyone’s questions and provide feedback on everyone’s photos. If you are looking for a way to advance your work with the best education possible, then the Wings mentorship is for you!
"I was in a rut"
"I was in a rut with my photography skills. I always admired other photographers' work and didn’t know how to bring my photos up to the quality of those photos. Your mentorship progressed through many skills and with homework to be able to put those skills to use! As well as feedback that was educational and encouraging!"
"I'm much more confident in my photography and business now!"
"I would get nervous/anxious before a session since I felt like my skills were still lacking and I was nervous the photos would not come out good. I'd always get some good photos but I felt like it was more luck than skill and I couldn't pinpoint what I did to get a good photo. The Wings mentorship changed that! I'm much more confident in my photography and business now!"
"The best investment you can make in yourself and your business."
"It is the best investment you can make in yourself and your business. This mentorship is on a level teaching that brightens your soul, evokes your creativity, and silences your fears.
Working with Shelley is like working alongside a sister who really wants to see you at your fullest potential and supports you even on the days you may not be able to support yourself."
Working with Shelley is like working alongside a sister who really wants to see you at your fullest potential and supports you even on the days you may not be able to support yourself."
Wings is for you if...
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You have questions about all sorts of equestrian photography-related topics and wish you had someone you could go to for the answers.
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You love taking photos of horses but aren't getting the results you want and aren't as confident as you would like to be.
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You want to be able to walk into a photo session and know exactly what to do, even in less-than-ideal conditions.
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You wish you knew more about how to edit and retouch your photos to make them look consistent and bring out their true beauty.
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You are looking for education and mentoring from an experienced photographer you can trust, has a proven track record of success in the industry, and who cares about your success.
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You purchased online courses but never completed them or struggled to apply what you learned.
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You want personalized feedback on your images so you can "know what you don't know" and rapidly improve your work.
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You want to be part of a small community of like-minded photographers who will support you and cheer you on as you learn.
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You would like to sign up for Pegasus, but aren't sure your skills are up to speed yet.
"Learning from Shelley and the other members was such a huge boost for me."
"I was struggling with the decision to continue pursuing equine photography full time. I was *very* close to throwing in the towel and being done with charging for photography sessions.
Learning from Shelley and the other members was such a huge boost for me, and was a great way to build connections and create a support system. I highly, HIGHLY, recommend taking the leap and joining this mentorship."
Learning from Shelley and the other members was such a huge boost for me, and was a great way to build connections and create a support system. I highly, HIGHLY, recommend taking the leap and joining this mentorship."
"She made me feel heard!"
"Working with Shelley has been a pleasure all around but most importantly, she made me feel heard! None of my problems or questions were too much or too little. Her knowledge is pure gold and she has an answer for everything! Even if she doesn't know right away, she'll get you an answer soon! I think the best way to put it would be, Shelley puts true dedication into her Mentorships and it shows!"
"I have learned new skills in every aspect of the photography process!"
“Before Wings, I had been a little nervous to dive into more editing. Shelley taught me how to make small changes that no one would notice yet bring the photo to a new level!
From posing and camera settings to editing and putting all the finishing touches together, I have learned new skills in every aspect of the photography process! I am so much more confident in my abilities!”
From posing and camera settings to editing and putting all the finishing touches together, I have learned new skills in every aspect of the photography process! I am so much more confident in my abilities!”
"Wings is an excellent investment"
"If you're looking to improve your equine photography skills, Wings is an excellent investment. Shelley presents lessons in a systematic way that allows you to learn new skills as needed, starting with important fundamentals.
Another key part of the mentorship was the scheduled assignments. Homework was an important piece of the puzzle for me, helping me to implement what I was learning."
Another key part of the mentorship was the scheduled assignments. Homework was an important piece of the puzzle for me, helping me to implement what I was learning."
What will you learn?
The answer is: EVERYTHING you need to know to confidently create and edit consistently beautiful, high-quality equestrian photos!
- Week One - Horse Behavior, Safety, and Liability
- Week Two - Tools of the Trade and Optimal Camera Settings
- Week Three - Natural Posing for Horse and Rider
- Week Four - Finding the Light, Finding the Magic
- Week Five - Composition for Better Storytelling
- Week Six - Workflow that Saves Time and Money
- Week Seven - Lightroom for the Equestrian Photographer
- Week Eight - Perfecting Your Images with Retouching
- Week Nine - Black Background Fine Art
- Week Ten - Full Session Editing and Retouching Demo
- Week Eleven - Pricing and Marketing Your Equine Photography
- Week Twelve - Wrap up and Final Q&A
View the Full Curriculum
Meet Your Mentor
Hi! I'm Shelley, and I give equestrian photographers the skills and confidence they need to take better photos and grow a successful business.
I have combined my deep love of horses with my passion for making captivating images to create a full-time business working with major Equine Brands nationwide.
I'm no longer satisfied with my own success. Now I want to help you find success too.
As I’ve mentored photographers for over 18 years, my #1 goal is that students can successfully apply what they learned. This is why I offer mentorships where I personally interact with each student. My approach is concise, positive, and encouraging. My favorite phrase to say while teaching is: “Good Job!”
I'm no longer satisfied with my own success. Now I want to help you find success too.
As I’ve mentored photographers for over 18 years, my #1 goal is that students can successfully apply what they learned. This is why I offer mentorships where I personally interact with each student. My approach is concise, positive, and encouraging. My favorite phrase to say while teaching is: “Good Job!”
"I don’t feel like just a number when I work with Shelley."
"I highly recommend this mentorship to anyone in the beginning stages of their photography business. Shelley is extremely knowledgeable and genuinely cares for each student. I don’t feel like just a number when I work with Shelley, I feel like a friend and student and I know that she is not only here for me but here for my business and wants to see us succeed.
If you’re considering it, take the jump and invest in yourself because you won’t regret it! Now that I’ve worked with Shelley all I want to do is continue to be mentored by her! She really helps you grow and develop into the best photographer you can be!"
If you’re considering it, take the jump and invest in yourself because you won’t regret it! Now that I’ve worked with Shelley all I want to do is continue to be mentored by her! She really helps you grow and develop into the best photographer you can be!"
"Shelley is very thorough, easy to understand, and I love her positive attitude!"
"Before the mentorship program, my edits didn’t look professional. I used to get so frustrated with my camera. It was totally operator error—I don’t think my camera settings were correct a lot of the time. Now I know how to use my camera much more than before. I even know how to use light to my advantage and I’m more confident in my skills!”
"The Wings Mentorship provided more accountability than a standalone course."
"I'm so glad that I signed up for Shelley's Wings mentorship! As an introvert, it was a little outside my normal comfort zone, but I improved so much more by pushing past that. The Wings Mentorship provided more accountability than a stand-alone course, and I also learned a lot from questions that other people asked as well as from discussions in our group sessions."
Investment
The Regular Wings Mentorship is $1650
or $625/month for 3 months
- 10 Video Lessons (reg. $2250)
- 12 group coaching/teaching calls (reg $1200)
- Resource Library (reg. $400)
- Circle of support (priceless!)
- Priority for the 2025 Pegasus Retreat
- OVER $4000 Value!
🏆 The VIP Wings Mentorship is $2650
- Everything in the regular Wings Mentorship
- Three 1:1 Video Mentor Calls with Shelley during the mentorship
- Swag Box with:
- Emma Emmerele Photo Halter
- Wings Hoodie Sweatshirt
- 2025 "Luminous Equus" Calendar
- Horse Lover Mug
- Signed copy of Shelley's Book "Horses, Portraits and Stories"
- and more! - Immediate access to online courses "Video for Photographers" and "Rapid Workflow"
- First priority for the 2025 Pegasus Retreat
- OVER $5400 Value!
FAQ
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How many people do you accept into the Wings Mentorship?
I limit Wings to 20 members yearly to keep the community small and intimate.
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When will group coaching Zoom calls be?
Because many of those doing this mentorship work another job, video calls will be scheduled on Monday evenings at 7 pm Central Time.
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Do I have to be an equestrian photographer?
Yes. This mentorship is for photographers whose focus is horses, specifically portraits of people with their horses.
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What gear and software should I have for this mentorship?
A DSLR or Mirrorless Camera Body and a lens at least 85mm long. A 70-200 lens is recommended. For software, you should have Adobe Lightroom Classic and Photoshop. Photo Mechanic is also recommended.
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I'm very experienced with horses, will I still benefit from this mentorship?
Yes, for some, the first lesson on safety and behavior seems too basic. However, I learn more about working safely with horses during a photography session every year. This is a small but vitally important part of the mentorship to ensure everyone has a great experience during a photo session. I also teach about contracts, model releases, and insurance-related topics to protect you and your business from liability issues.
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Will you be covering business or marketing topics?
Wings does include an introductory lesson on pricing and marketing, but its primary focus is helping photographers master their craft.
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Will you run this again another time during the year?
Due to a very busy summer and fall schedule, I can only run this mentorship from January to March each year.
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Are there 1:1 calls included with Wings?
Only for Members who signed up for the VIP Mentorship. However, Wings members receive 20% off 1:1 Zoom mentoring calls.
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I'm not from the United States, can I do Wings?
Yes, Wings is all done online, so anyone from anywhere in the world can participate. If the calls are not at a good time for you, you can still watch the call replays and submit your homework for feedback.
Give the Gift of Confidence!
Gift Certificates Available
Is there someone in your life who you think would love the Wings Mentorship? Then consider giving them the mentorship experience as a gift! Just reach out to me at [email protected] to purchase a gift certificate.
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