FROM PAST STUDENTS:
“Every element of this class was relevant, and inspiring. From the poetic to the practical this course exceeded my expectations. I connected with Abi immediately - she shared so much of herself in every aspect, not just in terms of the coursework but as a human wanting to spread knowledge and beauty in the world. Although I signed up for the course to learn more about wedding photography, I left with a deeper approach to photography in general, and life beyond photography.” - Bailey Bezuidenhout
“I loved Beauty in the Mundane! Abi is thorough, thoughtful, and fun in her approach. The feedback was helpful and I really appreciated the videos Abi shared from some of her wedding days. The related material (poems, quotes, videos) that Abi included were beautiful and perfectly connected to the course content. This was my first Illuminate course and I really enjoyed it!” - Kristen Murakoshi
“Abi was an absolutely amazing teacher seeing her weddings from start to finish and to be able to pick her brain was an incredible experience. More than just capturing weddings she helps you dig deeper to find the why and how to put your perspective on to your weddings. This class would be great for anyone beginning in weddings and those that would like to go beyond just capturing pretty photos to incredible moments.” - Marley Clark
“This class came along at exactly the right time in my life. It was challenging, encouraging and motivating. Abi was extremely personable and she gave me honest feedback. I needed a push and Beauty in the Mundane was that for me. I was able to connect personally for the first time with my photography in a way I never had. I had to come face to face with my fears and push past them. Like a candle in the dark, this class helped breathe fresh life into my work AND business. I look forward to implementing all the things I've learned over this next year! Thanks Abi, for being so awesome & Illuminate Classes, you forever help keep that spark alive in me!!” - Jordan Hall
“Abi's class was amazing. One of my favorite at Illuminate so far, and I've loved all of them. It was perfect for where I am in my business - a family photographer just starting out in weddings with a few weddings under my belt already. I knew the basic process but shot weddings in sort of a frantic "there's so much to shoot!" way needed to know how to do it "better". Abi somehow managed to show that slowing down, being present, looking internally, connecting with the couple and the family and the day itself, will all make for better work both for the photographer and for the client. Her work is truly beautiful and her down to earth style helped me think about my own unique vision and style. Thank you, Abi!” - Donna Graybill
“I signed up for Beauty in the Mundane after coming off of a busy year that left me a a bit drained and longing for my perspective to be corrected. I loved the way Abi wrote the class. Reading through the lessons, I felt like I was immersing myself into such familiar, open, heartfelt warmth of storytelling and revelation of emotion. The progress through the class made me feel as if the words were pulling me back up through the veil of emotional exhaustion that often comes from the business of photographing others and refreshed my purpose in my work. I am definitely moving forward with fresh eyes and a heart full of intention.” - Emma Willich
“My first illuminate class and definitely not my last. Beautiful Abi was an open book throughout the whole class. We were flies on the wall throughout her stunning wedding sessions. She asked questions of us that made you think. What I have learnt from the talented Abi will last me a lifetime. Thank you Abi.” - Malia Bartlett
“I’ve been a fan of Abi's work for a very long time. When I learned she was offering a workshop, I was so eager to learn from her. And learn and grow is exactly what I have experienced. Highly recommend Abi's workshop, Beauty in the Mundane if you wish to take your photography to another level.” - Melissa McArdle
“Abi has always been an inspiration of mine so when I found out she was teaching a class I couldn’t not sign up! The class was so different than anything else in the BEST way. Abi taught us to let go and create from within and I took so much from her. The whole experience was positive and encouraging! “ - Shannon Swaggerty
“This class was AMAZING. Anyone could benefit whether a wedding photographer or not. If you are looking for inspiration and learning to see things differently and learn from one of the BEST photographers around, this is a PERFECT class. I will forever be looking for the in between while shooting.” - Crystal Livesay
“Abi is incredible. 3 weeks of beautiful, thought out + captivating information that I will take into my own career. The most amazing part was that she includes a live Q+A at the end of the class to get any final questions answered, connect with your other classmates, + learn more about who Abi is. I recommend this course 10X over!” - Bailey Parkinson
“This class was everything I knew it would be. I’ve been a fan of Abi’s work for years. Her class is beautifully and thoughtfully laid out. She was very intentional on walking the class thru her process. I enjoyed seeing what inspires her. I loved the entire course and my favorite part was getting to see a glimpse of her shooting a Wedding, Abi in action. Highly recommend this class. I left her class feeling more empowered and confident not just as a Photographer but as a Human.” - Judith Miller