30 Days to Design Your Portrait Business with Lori Nordstrom

Day 1
  • 53 video lessons
  • 27 hours and 45 minutes of class content
  • Streaming access on desktop and mobile browsers
  • 100% satisfaction guarantee

The strongest portrait photography businesses have one thing in common: a dedicated, strategic plan for artistic and financial success. Join creativeLIVE instructor Lori Nordstrom as she goes through 30 Days to Design Your Portrait Business, an intensive course that will give you the step-by-step tools you need to survive and thrive as a portrait photographer.

Over 30 days, you will work with Lori to develop a plan of action for marketing, branding, and pricing that will keep your clients happy and your business growing. Lori will outline the lighting, posing, and shooting skills she uses to make sure clients come away from a session with photos they’ll love. During each daily segment, Lori will discuss the topics covered in her 72-page workbook (included with purchase).

By the end of this course, you’ll have the concrete skills you need to attract clients, build a successful, satisfying business, and deliver stunning results every time.

Course Instructor

Lori Nordstrom

Lori Nordstrom

From the tiny midwestern town of Winterset, Iowa, Lori Nordstrom has run a successful portrait business for almost 10 years. Working all on-location, from a home studio, retail locations and what she now calls her "studio home", Lori has found benefits to each studio experience.

30 Days to Design Your Portrait Business with Lori Nordstrom is rated 5.0 stars by 21 students

  • Jose Luz G. Feb 21, 2020

    100% That I would recommend it, I love her. I love the way she teach. It helps my business a lot thank you Mrs.Nordstrom I love you.

  • TOI P. Nov 28, 2019

    I love this! I just finished the 30 and getting ready to turn my hobby into a business and I feel like I can hit 2020 running and I feel so optimistic about 2020. (Its so funny to hear her talk about CDs now in 2019)

  • Sarah L. Oct 23, 2019

    Lori is brilliant , this course has given me the confidence to reboot and kickstart my photography business. Super knowledgeable instructor loved every minute of the course

  • GL . Oct 5, 2019

    Amazing class, i love everything Lori taught.

  • Laura W. Mar 17, 2018

    This course helps you with the multitude of details involved in starting up your business. Overall I would give it a thumbs up. One thing I was disappointed in was multiple times Lori references PhotoTalk.biz to download her free business plan workbook, however the workbook is not there, unless it is behind the Members Only section which is pretty pricey to join.

  • Vanessa K. Jun 26, 2016

    This was my first course on understanding how to run a successful portrait business. Lori has a wealth of knowledge to share and walks you through the process. It's a timeless course and I have a learned a lot and applied some of the marketing techniques to my business. I recommend this course to anyone wanting to learn how to design their portrait business.

  • Miranda . Jun 24, 2016

    I'm so glad I purchased this course. It laid a great foundation for my photography business and Lori is a great speaker. I'd definitely recommend this class to anyone looking to build or restructure their photography business.

  • Laura K. Oct 8, 2014

    I have already started by business and have not done the preorder of materials (usually shoot and show). I am excited to try this new approach...and a wee bit scared! But luckily I have a lot of great material now!

  • N. Aug 26, 2014

    This collection is a wealth of information. I've grown so much by studying her workshop and taking her years of knowledge and applying it to my full time business. A must own if you're a photographer in the 3-5 year mark!! You'll triple your sales over night. As so many others said.. worth every penny.

  • T. Jul 14, 2014

    I have to agree with the other people who have purchased this class...it is amazing! She tells all, does not hold back from telling or showing you how it should be done. It was worth every penny. The downloads alone is worth so much. This class is by far the best investment I've purchased. Thanks Creative Live for another keeper...

  • fcaisp . Apr 5, 2014

    This course is amazing! Lori covers so many essential things to have a successful photography business. She goes through everything in a very methodical way. I also appreciate ALL the free stuff she gave to help make my business successful. I also love how she shared how she gives back in her community and worldwide. Thanks Lori!

  • Kati S. Feb 24, 2014

    This course is worth every single cent!! And more!! I absolutely adore Lori's approach and have learnt so so much! Some of the suggested actions I have already been able to implement because I feel more confident and less insecure! And I value my work more! And, as Lori says, offering something in return when approaching other businesses for help is appreciated and does differentiate you from others. I cannot thank Lori enough for sharing her wealth of knowledge and experience! I am determined to make my business work and can't wait to watch it grow (hopefully!). Any photographer starting out or struggling to grow their business - you need this course!!! Thank you Lori :-)

  • Suzanne D. Feb 23, 2014

    I cannot say enough GREAT things about this course!!! I've been in business for over 10 years now, but still need to check in on the business side of things periodically. This class reminds us just how much fun marketing, sales, and planning can be. It has rejuvenated my passion for the BUSINESS side of this business. In fact, I'm so inspired by what Lori has to say, I think I will recommend this class to my COMPETITORS down the street. We will all be better for it and the industry will be better too! This is perfect for those just starting out AND seasoned pros :)

  • L. Feb 20, 2014

    I would recomend this course to anyone serious about revamping or starting their business. It is a gold mine of information and ideas. I have just started implementing some of the information particularly in how I interact with my clients for sales. Its already started to work! I can't wait to continue using this information. I am so happy that I purchased this course. It is worth SO much more than I paid.

  • Dawn T. Feb 4, 2014

    This course is absolutely amazing!! Lori has done a wonderful job putting the materials together. The resources alone are worth more than the course costs! I am thrilled with this course and look forward to watching my business grow because of it.

  • Kimberly W. Jan 9, 2014

    I have loved so many creativeLIVE courses but I have to say this has been THE BEST for me. Lori thank you so much for sharing your wealth of knowledge! I am feeling more confident and excited about moving forward and making my photography a real business finally. I have been crippled by insecurity and fear and with this course I feel like I have finally been given the ok and the KNOWLEDGE to do what I need to do. Thank you!

  • L. Dec 23, 2013

    This is the ultimate investment to anyone who wants to learn about the business of photography. From customer relations to designing to business goals, this course is the definitive guide for the professional photographer.

  • M. Dec 21, 2013

    Great videos and resources ; really enjoying them and getting a lot from it - thank you! Am halfway through watching the videos and was wondering whether we can contact Lori direct with specific questions about some of the content? Thanks Helen

  • K. Dec 17, 2013

    Hi Lori, loved your video - can you tell me where I can find the free items in this class. I watched a few others too but I could not find the freebies. Thanks you, Kimberly kknight1@new.rr.com

  • Leah . Dec 14, 2013

    I just purchased your class and I can't wait to dive into all the material and information you provided! Wow! Thank you so much!

  • T. Nov 7, 2013

    I'm very happy that I made this purchase and I will follow Lori instructions and rebuild my business from the ground up.

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