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1:1 PROP STYLING INTENSIVE

Step into my New York City studio for a custom-tailored, 3-day experience in prop styling, photography, and creative development — designed just for you.

Whether you're a stylist, maker, foodie, photographer, or content creator, this immersive workshop is built around your personal goals, skill level, and creative interests. From the moment you sign up, we begin crafting your unique experience together.

  • Remote (via Zoom) options available with live, interactive demos from my studio to your screen

A 3-DAY PRIVATE RETREAT IN NYC.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR PROGRAM:

  • Discovery Questionnaire to clarify your goals

  • Pre-Workshop Zoom Call to plan your session

  • 2 days of Live Demonstrations and hands-on collaborative photo shoots

  • Light bites, drinks and Lunch each day

  • Portfolio, Blog, or Social Media Review

  • Your Choice of Gift: A signed copy of Styling Beyond Instagram or a curated Styling Kit Goody Bag (full-day participants only)

  • Workshop Photos with usage rights discussed in advance

  • Follow-Up Coaching Call (60 minutes) for creative or business support

  • Insider NYC Guide: My favorite shops and food spots in the city

Your Daily Schedule:

Day 1 (2 hours): Orientation: Get to know the studio, props and begin shoot planning.
Day 2 (11-4pm): Styling Foundations: Creativity, Technique & Execution
Day 3 (11-4pm): The Business of Styling—Getting work & building your brand

Ready to Transform your Creative Practices?

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MINI PRIVATE STYLING WORKSHOP

A Half-Day Creative Boost in the Studio

This new offering is perfect if you're short on time or working with a smaller budget — but still want big results. In just 4 hours, we’ll dive into the essentials of prop styling through hands-on demos, and guided experimentation. You’ll style and shoot content tailored for your Instagram or brand, and walk away with styling techniques you can use at home. Whether you're creating for clients or your products, the value of this retreat is huge.

  • Bring one or two of your own items — or choose from my curated prop collection.

  • Includes materials, light bites, and drinks.

  • You’ll receive a preparation workbook before we meet

Schedule: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Cost: $695
*Additional fees apply for perishables (food, flowers, etc.)

Interested in a Mini Retreat? Let’s set up a discovery call to get started. Remote options available! Get in touch for more information.

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TESTIMONIALS

  • "Highly recommend the one-on-one sessions, CREATIVE advice, prop styling tips and TRICKS, helpful guidance, and work again in a HEARTBEAT."

    — OLIVIA B., Republic Of Tea

  • "Brought VOLUMES of information, INNOVATIVE propping ideas, no stone unturned, wider lens for BRANDS, and she is truly a GEM."

    — NANCY Z., Hello Fresh

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CHOOSE YOUR TRACK

For New Stylists, Makers & Digital Creators

Ideal for beginners looking to understand the styling world. We’ll cover shoot planning, prop selection, and basic photo styling techniques. You’ll leave with a better sense of your visual voice — and the confidence to take on your first real projects.

Level Two & Website Reboot: For Pros Seeking a Pivot

Perfect for photographers, stylists, and digital creators wanting to expand their portfolio or shift direction. Together we’ll strategize your next steps, plan and style new portfolio images, and shoot content that reflects where you’re headed. Especially suited for wedding stylists moving into commercial or product styling.

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Corporate TRAINING In PROP STYLING For CONTENT Creation

Customized Team & Individual Styling Programs for Business

The Prop Styling Experience® offers tailored corporate training for professionals working in content creation, e-commerce, branding, social media, and retail. Whether you're an individual or a team, on staff and looking to elevate your visual style, this training is designed to enhance your prop styling skill set for high-quality photo and video production for your specific commercial niche.

HOW IT WORKS

The program begins with an in-depth discovery phase:

  • A detailed intake questionnaire (filled out by you or your supervisor)

  • A Zoom consultation to assess your goals and current skill level

  • A review of your brand’s website, product line, and social presence

Based on this, I design a fully customized program to address your needs, including:

  • Hands-on styling instruction

  • Real-world product styling scenarios

  • Feedback on your visual content and setup

  • Prop sourcing guidance and kit-building support

TRAINING OPTIONS

  • In-Studio (NYC) — immersive hands-on sessions in my studio

  • On-Site — I’ll come to your office and reorganize your styling area and prop collection

  • Remote (via Zoom) — live, interactive demos from my studio to your screen

Get A Quote
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STYLING FLOWERS FOR PHOTOGRAPHY

I’ll be sharing my techniques for styling Instagram-worthy photos of your floral creations. I’ll show you how to curate a variety of still life sets with backdrops and props and find the best spots in your home for shooting. This class is great for creating shots of your finished work for your portfolio, website and social media.

Date TBD
11 AM - 1 PM EST
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PROP STYLING FOR VINTAGE SELLERS

Are you ready to level up your vintage product photography? Some simple changes to the styling of your wares will elevate the shopping experience and attract more customers. Whether you sell online or have a physical shop, this class will get you thinking about branding your online presence so you can differentiate yourself in the crowded vintage marketplace and charge more!

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12 Pm - 2:00 pm Est
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PROP STYLING FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS:

LEVEL UP YOUR CONTENT W/VIGNETTES

Learn techniques to style each room of the home with finishing touches that will make all the difference. Through simple-to-incorporate steps, I’ll reveal the keys to taking designed spaces to the next level for relatable, eye-catching vignettes whether for submitting to magazines, your design portfolio, or your content.

Date TBD
11 AM - 1 PM EST
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STYLING BEYOND INSTAGRAM - FREE CLASS!

A FREE intro workshop discussing prop styling business and the joys of shopping for a living! This class is perfect for those interested in prop styling for food, home decor, tabletop, product, florals and is a great starting point for your styling journey.

Date TBD
1 PM - 2 pm EST
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STYLE BETTER PHOTOS FOR YOUR BRAND

We will discuss the fundamentals of composition for arranging various photo styles—flatlays, vignettes and more. This is a hands-on class (virtually speaking) that will give you an opportunity to try my techniques in real time at home during the class.

Date TBD
11 AM - 1:30 PM EST
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PROP STYLING FOR FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY

This class is for chefs, photographers, food stylists, bloggers and foodies of all types. We’ll go over pro techniques and look at lots of props and discuss “how does one choose what to use?” If you go crazy over dishes, serveware, glassware, kitchen tools & flatware, then this class is for you!

Date TBD
11 AM - 1:30 PM EST
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CREATIVE DIRECTION: THEMES, STYLES & NARRATIVES

Creative Direction sets the language for communication between a photograph and its viewers as well as the photo shoot team. We will start by observing and dissecting the creative direction in photos and discussing the benefits of establishing an identifiable theme. You’ll learn the steps for unlocking ideas for props, backdrops and the overall setting. This class is great for product, food, vintage and home decor photography.

Date TBD
11 AM - 1:00 PM EST
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Check back often for Spring 2026 Online Class Schedule

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Intensives FAQ

    • Support in finding your own style

    • An understanding of photo composition

    • An understanding of photoshoot logistics

    • Direction for getting started in business

    • An exhilarating experience like no other!

    • Your camera or smartphone

    • A few small meaningful props

    • Your own goods if applicable

    • Photos of your work for me to review

    • Your creative, wild-at-heart spirit!

    • Discovery Questionnaire & prompts

    • Pre-visit Zoom sessions

    • 2 days of in-person instruction & photoshoots

    • Portfolio and social media review (if applicable)

    • A goody bag of props and styling kit items OR

    • My book, STYLING BEYOND INSTAGRAM

    • All materials (you may bring specialty items which I don’t normally stock)

    • Drinks, lunch and snacks

  • A deposit of half fee is required to confirm a workshop. One month prior to your date the final payment is due along with the questionnaire. If you need to cancel for medical reasons we will find another date for you to attend. Policies regarding photography usage and confidentiality are outlined in a terms and conditions document sent upon booking.

  • If you are traveling from out of the New York City area I will be able to suggest some local accommodations and must-visit shopping destinations. If you are flying in plan to arrive the day before and leave a day or two after the completion of the workshop so you can have some extra time for prop shopping and experiencing all that New York City has to offer!

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