Photography Coach and Interior Photographer in Salt Lake City, Utah and Serving Clients Globally

Creative Business Coach For Photographers and an Interior Photographer.


Hi, I’m Bernadette.
25+ years in the photography industry taught me that I’m a damn good photographer, communicator, and business owner. I’m a connector, collaborator, and people person.

But it also taught me what it’s like to hustle for the next job, say yes to misaligned clients out of financial scarcity, and led to a lack of clarity around my direction.

When the hustle was at its peak, I lacked a clear, creative, and aligned path. What once felt exciting began to feel heavy, and I found myself stuck in a cycle of burnout and uncertainty.

Now, I coach creatives and photographers who are at a similar inflection point.

  • You know something needs to shift, but you're not sure what exactly needs to shift

  • You desire clients or a path forward that aligns with the vision you have for your work and your idea of success. Or maybe you don’t have the clarity you need to create a vision…

  • You desire alignment, a regulated “hell yes, this is it!” nervous system, confidence, and fulfillment.

    I’m here to help you listen in, align your photography and business with your values, and move forward with confidence.

This work is rooted in deep listening, grounded strategy, and a commitment to building something sustainable, joyful, and honest.

If you are a photographer who is burntout, overwhelmed, confused about what to do to be your version of successful, and you desire a clear direction forward that feels like you, you’re in the right place.

Maybe you know something needs to shift, but you're not sure how or where to begin.

That’s where I come in.

“Working with Bern helped me realize the type of work I really wanted to be doing. She helped give me direction on how to make the needed changes, like improving my website and portfolio. Bern is easy to talk to and genuine. I'm grateful I found her!” -Michelle Deppe, Portrait Photographer, SLC Utah

“Before I started coaching sessions with Bern, I was pretty disorganized and lost when it came to marketing for my business. During our sessions, she helped me find a clear path forward and helped me prioritize the tasks that would make the biggest impact. She also helped by holding me accountable to following through with the tasks that were the least fun for me, and offered feedback whenever I needed help. This gave me a clear direction, so it's much easier for me to continue the work we started, and I'm much more motivated overall!” -Becky/SLC

Helping photographers find clarity, structure, and purpose—without burning out.

You’ve built a creative career, or are desiring one. You're craving more meaning, more ease, more money, and more connection.

Whether you're feeling stuck, ready for a change, or just need support to organize the chaos—I help you reconnect with your values, create systems that actually support you, help you build wealth, and find clarity in your next steps.

My coaching supports you in:

  • Realigning your work with what lights you up

  • Creating sustainable systems and time management (that actually work for creatives)

  • Gaining clarity in career transitions or pivots

  • Attracting aligned clients without forceful marketing

  • Building a business & marketing that supports the life you want

Coaching Services

  • 1:1 Coaching: The Aligned Creative Path

    A 3- or 6-month personalized coaching journey for photographers who are ready to reimagine their business—and how it supports their life.
    Includes deep-dive sessions, action plans, voice note support between calls, and structure to keep you grounded and moving forward.

    Perfect for you if: You're ready to pivot, learn how to grow in an aligned way, market in ways that feel good and not forced, or restructure—but want someone in your corner who gets it.

    Book Your Free Clarity Session

  • 🌿 Group Coaching: “Rooted & Rise”

    A 12-week group experience for photographers who want community, clarity, and a reset.
    1 90-minute Zoom group coaching call per month. A 1:1 Session with me each month. WhatsApp support in between Zoom sessions.

    Each week blends guided coaching, tools to support you in business and life, and a space to share the journey with others who truly get it.

    Monthly Investment $75 (cancel anytime after first month)

    Next cohort opens: in February 2026

    Please fill out the form in the link below to sign up for the waitlist

    Waitlist