Mentor Nights are focused on interactive photo review and editing support. Bring your potential competition entries for constructive feedback before you finalize them. If you are stuck on a specific edit, struggling with a post-processing technique, or just want to see how to take your photo to the next level, this session is for you.
Mentor Night is a free, public event dedicated to collaborative learning and improving photography skills.
We look forward to seeing your work!
Agenda
7:00 PM
Social Time: Connect with fellow members and other photography enthusiasts before the meeting starts.
7:30 PM
Photo Discussion: How can I improve this photo? How did you create that photo? Other Q&A.
8:30 PM
Meeting Closes
Flagpole Photographers – Mentor Night Diagram
PHOTO REVIEW
Insight
Constructive Feedback
Honest peer reviews to identify strengths and growth areas.
Vision
Perspective on Composition
Discuss framing, leading lines, and the “Rule of Thirds”.
Query
“How can I improve?”
Upload photos and ask the group for creative solutions.
Clarity
A Fresh Pair of Eyes
Overcome creative blocks with new external perspectives.
PROCESSING SUPPORT
Mastery
Techniques
Learn cropping, color adjustments, retouching, masking and more.
System
Workflow
Manage your digital assets from import to final print export.
Tools
Software Tips & Tricks
Quick shortcuts for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop users. As well as Apple Photos and Windows Photos apps.
Connection
Remote Skills
Virtual collaboration and screen-sharing for live editing.