Group Mentoring: Reviews From Photographers Who’ve Worked With Zoe Hiljemark
If you’re a photographer considering joining my group mentoring programme, The Photothority™ (previously known as The Photographer’s Visibility Blueprint™), this article is where you can view honest feedback from some of the previous participants.
Revamped and updated for 2026, the programme is once again open for enrolment. Check out all the details and get in touch to arrange a free, no-obligation chat with me to determine if it’s right for you.
Photography Mentoring Reviews
Previous iterations of this comprehensive marketing and PR programme for photographers have run since 2022 (the course content is constantly getting updated). In this article, you’ll hear what former students have to say about it.
Reading these words of praise back is truly humbling. I’m thrilled that those who have joined me in the programme have come away with such wonderful transformations, new knowledge and great results!
A huge thanks must go to all those photographers mentioned below who have invested in this marketing mentoring programme, and who have provided a testimonial. Thanks all. It’s hugely appreciated!
Zoe
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Praise for The Photothority™ Mentoring Programme
We could not recommend her more highly!
“We are genuinely so happy, relieved and grateful to have found Zoe and invested in her expertise. Her insight into marketing and PR has been invaluable and she has exceeded our hopes in working with her.
Zoe is full of wisdom and has a gentle but authoritative, insightful and proactive approach. Having her to talk to, check in with and be mentored by was wonderful!
We could not recommend her more highly to any photographer who needs some direction, guidance and help with becoming more visible to their ideal client.”
Lizzie Redman, Wedding & Commercial Photographer, Dorset – Tom & Lizzie Redman Wedding Photography and Redshoot Photography
Definitely work with Zoe. She is so supportive and knows the photography industry, and that’s a real bonus!
“Zoe’s programme was just what I needed! She was supportive and encouraging and it has given me the confidence to start blogging again and now I know how to work on my SEO.
I found the Bonus ‘Done For You’ support extremely valuable, as well as the community of fellow photographers. I also enjoyed the accountability element very much as that motivated me to work on the course regularly.
To anyone on the fence about joining, I would say definitely work with Zoe. She is so supportive and knows the photography industry and that’s a real bonus!”
Amanda Hall, Personal Brand Photographer, Essex – Amanda Hall Photography
Zoe is supportive, positive and encouraging.
“Zoe is a passionate and knowledgeable practitioner of SEO, blogging and PR. She is supportive, positive and encouraging and has an understanding of the specific needs of the photographer’s marketplace.
I found the personalized critique and feedback of extremely high value. The 1:1 time with Zoe proved invaluable, and she helped me to get unstuck on how to approach blogging. Her help with strategic positioning was extremely impactful.
Any photographer who wants to compete more effectively in their niche would benefit from her mentoring programme.”
Steven Wade Adams, Humanitarian Photographer, San Diego, USA – Steven Wade Adams Photography
Invaluable! An investment well spent!
“This is a great program for anyone struggling with SEO, blogging, social media, PR, or just how to pitch yourself to your target audience. It makes you think and re-evaluate what you already do, and for me has been invaluable in helping me to define the types of clients I want to work with.
My SEO scores have increased over the duration of the program, and I’ve written articles that have been published and been featured in publications – all thanks to Zoe’s help.
Zoe has been brilliant, incredibly supportive and informative, and you will learn how to position yourself to maximise potential opportunities – it’s an investment well spent.”
Andrew Cameron, Commerical Photographer, Kent – Andrew Cameron Photography
If you’re considering enrolling into Zoe’s programme, DO IT!
“If you’re considering enrolling into Zoe’s programme, DO IT! It’s the backend marketing tool you didn’t know you needed.
The program is personal, extensive, all-encompassing, and the value you receive far outweighs the cost you’ll invest into it. As, what I would consider, a techy person, I learned so much about SEO, blogging, keywords and more that I had no idea about.
It delivered more than I expected and exceeded my expectations. Zoe’s knowledge has made a lasting impact on how I see the “behind the scenes” marketing aspect of my business.”Kayla Pryne, Family Photographer, Wisconsin, USA – Pine & Olive Photography
Essential for any photographer who wants to get a handle on SEO, blogging and PR
“The programme is essential for any photographer who wants to get a handle on SEO, blogging and PR, and who would value personal coaching, support and interaction with other photographers.
It’s comprehensive and gives you the knowledge to become self-sufficient in driving traffic to your website and other ways to be seen and talked about.
Zoe is committed and passionate about what she does. It can be overwhelming when learning something new, but each live call with her was a salve as we dove deeper into the topics covered. Being able to have dialogue and conversation was extremely valuable. It kept me inspired and moving forward.”
Lesley Ames, Pet Photographer, Chicago, USA – Stan’s Photo
Now I’m ranking on the first page of Google!
“I would recommend it to any photographer who is looking to build a more robust & impactful media presence, as Zoe provides guidance and tools to achieve that. I have seen real improvements in my online visibility.
My wildlife photography website didn’t rank for any keywords when I started the
programme. Now I rank for almost 40 and it’s growing! I’m ranking on the first page of Google search results for over a dozen keywords in areas that I have targeted. My website page impressions have also grown, and my website is better optimised for SEO.
The more regular cadence of blogs that I am trying to implement with Zoe’s
guidance is already having an impact, too, and I am posting more on social media. I also have a media plan for blog content across the year and am clear on the goals I want to achieve. Zoe’s guidance and this program have been instrumental in achieving this.
Also worth mentioning was that I found the community aspect extremely valuable.
Working independently can be quite an isolating process, so having regular check-ins throughout, alongside other photographers, was very useful and reassuring at
times. I also felt comfortable reaching out to Zoe when I needed help, and she was
supportive and encouraging throughout the process.“
Jules Oldroyd, Wildlife Photographer, London, UK – Jules Oldroyd Photography
I’m inspired and am getting more eyes on my work!
“As a photographer I have always relied on my imagery to do the marketing for me. Whilst this will still be the case going forward, having my imagery supported by effective and well-implemented SEO has already started getting me more eyes on my work.
Being able to take and edit good imagery is one thing, but to be able to back that up
with effective blogging around the topics of photography, probably has me most
excited – I have always felt estranged and imprisoned by social media’s algorithms –
blogging and SEO is going to be my way out of this prison!
Zoe’s enthusiasm for what I thought was a boring topic to start with has actually left me excited to continue implementing the tools she has given us over the last six months.
As a result of the programme, I have seen continuous progress in terms of appearing in search results for the keywords I want to rank for – I had no idea how important this was, and how valuable it is to rank for search intent.
Zoe has provided continuous and flexible support throughout the course not only during our accountability and bimonthly online meeting but has made herself available throughout the duration of the course to answer any questions and assist when I have had difficulties. I have often received extra support from her. There was never a moment that I felt I couldn’t contact her if I was stuck with something – thank you, Zoe!
Her commitment to provide this ongoing support has made learning a breeze and I would encourage anyone struggling with visibility to get in touch with her to learn more about how she can help you going forward.“
Devon Jenkin, Wildlife Photographer, Germany – Devon Jenkin Photography
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Intrigued to know more?
Visit the photography marketing mentoring page for an overview of what’s involved, detail about the programme structure and content, plus the pricing options. Get in touch to chat about whether it’s the right fit for you.
You might also be interested in this article I’ve written that takes you behind the Scenes: An Insight Into My Mentoring Support for Photographers.
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