12 monthly mastermind sessions include content and conversation around the “outer game,” such as expanding our skills and technique, as well as the “inner game” of creativity. In addition, members will share their progress on their personal projects and receive support and accountability from their peers.

Members will be part of an exclusive online community that serves as a content/communication hub for Mastermind members, with space for all program materials; image sharing; offering resources and questions about technique, processing, and gear; general announcements; and peer connection between monthly sessions. The platform is user-friendly and serves as your one-stop-shop for all things Mastermind.

Each member has access to the Mastermind Resources folder with all materials discussed, monthly session recordings, and bonus content provided based on the group’s interests. A generous library of content will be shared from the Nature Photography Collective, including webinars from Sarah Marino, Kai Hornung, Guy Tal, Brooks Jensen, Alister Benn, and other leading photographers.

To ensure deep connection, meaningful feedback, and personalized support, the A&E Photography Mastermind Group is limited to only 8 participants. This small-group format creates a safe, supportive space where every voice is heard and every artist has room to grow.

Each member will identify and implement a personal photography project that they want to have made significant progress on or completed by Aug 2027. It could be one already in progress, one that’s been previously considered, or something completely new. Our final Aug session will be dedicated to sharing projects of 10 or more images with accompanying narratives as appropriate. Projects ideas include: 

• Pick a subject or theme that you’ve been wanting to explore
• Explore a single location and tell its story
• Use a favorite quote, poem, or story as a catalyst for creating a small series
• Do a deeper dive into a genre you’ve been curious about
• Focus on creating and curating images to make something tangible, such as a photobook, chapbook, frameable prints, greeting cards, calendar, whatever would motivate you
• Focus on a technique, lens or other process you want to get more confident with (ICM, ME, freelensing, mixed media, etc)

You will receive three 1:1 coaching sessions with Beth over the course of the program. This gives you space for personal exploration around any questions, challenges, or opportunities that will support you achieving your goals. Sessions to take place via phone or Zoom at mutually agreeable times between September 2026 and August 2027.

These sessions bring the two Mastermind cohorts together, with participants either receiving coaching on an image or series of images, or learning through observation of the coaching. Up to three members can volunteer to share an image or series that they have creative questions about. This isn't about sharing your best or favorite; it's an opportunity to be coached on work you believe has potential but something's not quite working, or that you like but you're not sure what to do with it. Participation is optional but encouraged.