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Founders get $100 off the annual subscription (for life), a founder badge on your profile, a sweet Photography & Friends Plus hat, and an insider chance to create the photography community of your dreams.
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Need help on your photography journey? We’re here for you.
Our Photography & Friends Plus 📷⚡ community is the best way to get one-on-one support, inspiration, and all of the skills you need to take your photography to the next level. Whether you want to make photography your full time job or just earn some side income, we’re here to help.
We’ve been in your shoes – uncertain about our own skills, intimidated by other photographers online, hesitant to take the next step, or just not sure what the next steps are.
And to be honest, it’s just nice to be able to talk with people who are going on the same journey… and simply get us.
⚡ What’s inside?
- Live sessions with your instructors
- Organized photography support forum
- Professional networking & collaborations
- Photo challenges & contests to inspire you
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You'll love joining our Live Sessions
Every week, we do an intimate livestream for our Plus members. Think of our live sessions as a combination of office hours, ask-me-anything, trainings, photo critiques, and other fun segments.
⚡ Training
Think of these as live workshops where we dive deep into a specific photography topic.
⚡ Q&A
Ask all of your burning questions, and get personalized feedback.
⚡ The Hot Seat
Sit in our hot seat to get direct advice from the instructors and fellow students.
⚡ Photo Critiques
Share your photos and get feedback on how to improve your photography.
⚡ Our students are going pro. You can too!
⚡ Our students are going pro. You can too!
⚡ Peek Inside Plus...
Think of the Plus community as a the one-stop shop for you to grow as a photographer. We have dedicated spaces to serve your needs.
Jump into the conversation in our variety of spaces, such as:
- Photo Critiques – post your photos and get expert feedback
- Photo Challenges – take part in inspirational monthly contests
- Business Stuff – get help launching & growing your photo business
- Gear Talk – ask all your burning questions regarding gear
- The Gallery – show off your stuff, share your stories
⚡ Unlimited learning with a free Video School membership
As a Plus member, you’ll get instant access to all 100+ of our courses. This not only includes our photography classes, but also video production & editing, marketing & branding, graphic design & creativity, productivity & business, and computer classes.
These additional skills can help you start, launch and grow your own photography business wearing all the hats a modern entrepreneur needs.
Over 3 million students have enjoyed our courses on Udemy, Skillshare and Video School!
We’re so excited to see you inside!
– Your BPFF (Best Photo Friends Forever)
Phil + Sam + Will
FAQs
Is there a cost to join Photography & Friends Plus?
Yes. It costs $49/month or $490/year. You can cancel your subscription at any time.
Why do I have to apply? And do I have to join if I get accepted?
We use our application to make sure you’re the right fit for our community. This mostly means that you’re willing to commit time & energy to your photography passion, that you’re able to make the financial investment, and that you’re not a robot. Most people will get accepted. Afterwards, you’ll receive and email with a link to sign up, but it’s not obligatory.
What platform is used for Photography & Friends Plus?
We decided to move Plus off of Facebook Groups (the free P&F community platform) to give us more control over how we can share information, how members can connect, and ultimately to create a better experience for you. We are using Circle, which is built for creating communities like ours.
Why should I join Plus? It sounds expensive.
We know the cost to join our premium community isn’t going to be feasible for everyone. But we also know that people are more willing to put in the work if they make a financial investment in themselves. If you think about how much you can potentially gain, the cost is rather minimal. Plus, you get access to all of our courses and weekly office hours, which typically cost $1,000s if purchased separately.
Also, if you run your own business, the cost to join our educational community is likely a tax write-off (make sure you ask an accountant/tax specialist in your area to confirm).
How is this different than the Facebook Group?
Our Photography & Friends Facebook Group is a great place for all of our students to share their photos, ask questions, get feedback, and join in frequent livestreams. But it has grown so much that we are unable to personally respond to every single post and question. We created Photography & Friends Plus so we have a place for deeper connection & more helpful support with students who need it. The biggest differences include our weekly live sessions, daily support (answering questions, critiquing photos, etc), and unlimited access to our courses. Plus is great for any of our Facebook Group members who want a little extra help.
What is the refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money back guarantee. If you are unhappy with your membership for any reason, let us know within the first 30 days of membership and we will refund your payment.
What if I already have a Video School membership?
The biggest benefit of joining Plus is the private community & support you get from your instructors through office hours, direct messaging and the community spaces. We don’t offer any discount for current Video School members.