Tell me more!
Running a successful photography business doesn't have to mean sacrificing family time to shoot or easing up on your boundaries to say YES all the time.
You can be financially successful as a photographer, and you don't have to live in a perpetual state of hustle to make it happen.
It may seem like a dream to have a thriving business and serve your clients from a place of ease, rest and gratitude.
But I promise you it is possible.
Let me show you how.
i'm ready for this
Clients say YES to your offers, but you feel overwhelmed, overworked, and underpaid, making each session you take one step closer to burnout
You're ready to take your business to the next level, but you're too stuck in the client hustle to have time to think like a CEO
Comparison across social media lurks in the background all too often, making you feel less confident in the work you're creating
You feel like you are spread too thin in both life and business, and managing your calendar is a chore you dread
Yes! tell me more
You felt affirmed in your service offerings, your ideal client, and your boundaries and only said YES to clients who fit your creative dreams
You possessed a clear vision and practical steps to finally run the business of your dreams
You felt confident in serving your clients and your community with your business and your art
You leaned into self-care as a priority instead of an afterthought by creating ease in your business and life
heart and business.
This Sounds Dreamy
No one teaches photographers how to
As an educator and photographer myself,
That's why I created
Root to Rise.
In our 5 months together, you will shift your business to achieve sustainable success while affirming your uniqueness and your priorities.
The Mastermind & Retreat is about both
Because they go hand in hand.
build a better life that leads to a better business.
You will experience deep, intentional education, an intimate community, explosive growth and a luxury, in-person retreat.
You will crystallize your vision for the future of your business AND develop a practical plan of action for how to get there.
You will shoot fresh, lifestyle family imagery to market your business and attract more clients who want the emotive images you're creating.
You will view self-care as foundational to your success as a business owner and feel a renewed dedication to care for yourself with intention.
You will share space with a tight-knit group of supportive women who are invested in you and your future.
Grow a business, and a life,
that's destined to thrive.
want to thrive
WHAT alumni ARE SAYING
mallory shelton
I enjoyed having accountability with setting goals and working towards them! Breaking down those goals in bite size pieces and accomplishing them successfully was incredible. We walked through our photography businesses together weekly and supported each other along the way. Sabrina encourages each of us individually in just the specific way we need.
"It has truly changed my business."
kristen howell
I loved taking the time weekly to think about the bigger stuff in my business... I get caught up in the shooting and editing too often. Plus the retreat was so fun, helpful, relaxing and I learned so much! But I didn't leave exhausted, I left refreshed and with new friendships.
"I gained clarity in my business."
together
Where Business Success Meets Personal Growth
Create work you are consistently proud of while only working with ideal clients
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Hit that elusive 6-figure income mark while taking time for yourself weekly
Create a thriving business while shooting fewer sessions than last year
Build a photography business that is unique and stands out from the crowd
Say No to opportunities that don't serve you to make time for what matters to you
Say No to weekend sessions so you can prioritize building personal relationships
Stop shooting too many sessions and feel more balanced in your work and in your life
Stop taking the shots "everyone else" is doing and focus on creating the imagery you crave
I’m Sabrina! I’ve been photographing families for almost 14 years, and after building the photography business of my dreams, I now help photographers do the same.
But like many business owners, once I experienced what “success” felt like – memory cards that were always full and an editing queue was stacked sky-high – it didn’t take long before what I felt on the inside didn't match what success looked like on paper. I was drowning. I was burned out. I was depressed.
And here’s the thing: I still see this same scenario happening all day every day. As women, we pour into our businesses and our family until we are completely depleted and stuck.
After a LOT of work on myself and my business, I came out the other side, honing my version of success with my business in a better place than I ever imagined. And now, inside Root to Rise, my signature, high-touch mastermind coaching program, I teach photographers just like you how to chart their own success in this industry. This means building a business that is successful on the outside and on the inside.
Let me teach you how to balance your business and your well-being so that you can level-up your business and your life.
sara mcmillian
Learning from Sabrina was the best gift I gave myself. She is a real, honest, and wonderful mentor. One of my biggest takeaways was raising my prices because I have a whole new confidence and understanding of my worth and value. Root to Rise was hands down the best investment of my year.
"I have a new understanding of my worth and value."
WHAT alumni ARE SAYING
This month we will focus on creating Strong Foundations. Together, we will learn how to define success, set goals, set boundaries and create a plan of action to actually reach them this year. This month we will learn from Jess Massey. Month one will also include one co-working call.
i'm ready
Book Club Reading (Books are Included!)
5 Coaching calls from Industry Experts
Monthly Themes to Truly Move the Needle
Weekly Zoom Calls for 5 months
Month four is all about Time is Money. We will learn about balance and productivity. This month we will learn about Money Mindset from my own personal financial coach Kelly Marshall as well as using the Enneagram in Business from guest Jada Dobesh. Month four will also include a Q&A call.
Month two is all about Optimization. We will learn about having a deeply valuable client experience. This month we will learn from systems expert Colie James about how to get started with family film making. Month three also includes a Q&A call, and a book club meeting all focused around the monthly theme PLUS we will travel to Savannah, Georgia for the retreat.
In month three we are focusing on Marketing Methods & Mindset We will learn how to successfully launch services and market with connection. This month we will learn from SEO expert, Stefanie Morris. Month three will also include a co-working call, a Q&A call and a book club meeting all focused around the monthly theme.
mastermind details
Amazing Swag!
Private Facebook Group (Hello, Community!)
1:1 Voxer Access to Sabrina
BONUS: Access to ALL Guest Speaker Presentations from the past rounds of Root to Rise!
Month five is all about Expansion. We will learn how to expand in the future by avoiding burnout and making passive income. Month five will also include a Q&A call.
WHAT alumni ARE SAYING
erica grandin
I realized that my business can be exactly what I want it to be. It doesn't have to look like anyone else's business. I can make all my own rules, boundaries, and goals that fit into what I need in my life right now. Plus, I loved the instant community of amazing women and the highlight was definitely the in-person retreat!
"An amazing community of women."
kellie llewellyn
I made so many positive changes in my business during the mastermind including finally offering Travel Sessions (a long time dream of mine)! Anything Sabrina teaches is a MUST have. The accountability & guidance she offers is priceless.
"The accountability and guidance are priceless."
i'm ready, sign me up!
Dream-Casting and Creating Action Plans
Portfolio Reviews
2 In-Home Lifestyle Family Sessions for photos and film-making
retreat details
Lots. Of. Fellowship.
Headshots
Private Yoga Session
All Meals and Lodging are INCLUDED!
Shoot New Images for Your Portfolio
In the past 3 years, the Root to Rise mastermind has had retreats in Austin, San Diego, Washington D.C., Destin and Seattle.
Photographer and family filmmaker, Colie James, will join us in Savannah to lead a film making session.
A sneak peek into the guest educators
for Root to Rise 2025!
Podcaster, Planner guru and developer of the Hustle Sanely method, Jess will be teaching us in January.
Financial Coach and Bookkeeper, Kelly will teach us money mindset for abundance and growth.
SEO guru, Stefanie, will be leading a session in March all about SEO for photographers.
Spiritual healer and founder of Selah Space, Jada, will be leading a session in April all about running a business through the power of our enneagram.
✔️ 5 months of weekly learning in Mastermind
✔️ Facebook group for live Q&A and support
✔️ 3-day in-person retreat in Savannah, Georgia
✔️ 5 Guest Teachers
✔️ 1:1 Voxer office hours
✔️BONUS: Replays of all past Guest Educators
✔️Pay in Full BONUS: 1-On-1 Call With Sabrina!
ONLY 12 spots
Payment options Starting at $550
✔️ 5 Months Of Weekly Learning In Mastermind
✔️ Facebook group for live Q&A and support
✔️ No Travel!
✔️ 5 Guest Teachers
✔️ 1:1 Voxer office hours
✔️ BONUS: Replays of all Guest Educators
✔️ Pay In Full BONUS: 1-On-1 Call With Sabrina!
limited spots
multiple payment options available
no travel
multiple payment options available
natasha sewell
Sabrina has created an experience like no other. I’ve grown as a photographer and a human. I’m walking away with skills I never expected to gain from Root to Rise. I feel more confident and better grounded.
"An experience like no other."
WHAT alumni ARE SAYING
Not interested in the retreat? Or not available to travel during the retreat dates? Online-only spots are an option. And I can promise you will still get SO MUCH out of the experience from the teachings, the accountability and the 1:1 coaching during Voxer hours.
Still on the fence about whether Root to Rise is for YOU? Well, hop on down from there, and let's chat!
Feel free to peruse the FAQs below, and then, if you still have questions, send me an email. I'd love to discuss my heart for Root to Rise and help you determine if this round is a good fit for you!
read the faqs
testimonials
✔️ 5 months of weekly learning in Mastermind
✔️ Facebook group for live Q&A and support
✔️ 3-day in-person retreat in Savannah, Georgia
✔️ 5 Guest Teachers
✔️ 1:1 Voxer office hours
✔️BONUS: Replays of all past Guest Educators
✔️Pay in Full BONUS: 1-On-1 Call With Sabrina!
ONLY 12 spots
Payment options Starting at $550
✔️ 5 Months Of Weekly Learning In Mastermind
✔️ Facebook group for live Q&A and support
✔️ No Travel!
✔️ 5 Guest Teachers
✔️ 1:1 Voxer office hours
✔️ BONUS: Replays of all Guest Educators
✔️ Pay In Full BONUS: 1-On-1 Call With Sabrina!
limited spots
multiple payment options available
no travel
multiple payment options available
This round of Root to Rise kicks off in January 2025.
Trust me: making this commitment to yourself and your business now will give you such peace of mind, knowing that 2025 is poised for incredible growth for you!
Honestly, this will vary from person to person. The only "official" commitment will be a 60-75 minute Zoom call every week (some weeks there are 2 calls). Each week, you'll also have an additional opportunity to participate in Voxer office hours, should you need them. We will also be reading one book per month together (audio versions welcome!). Finally, while there won't be official homework assignments, you will definitely find work that needs to be done both personally and in your business.
Voxer is a fabulous app. I am literally obsessed and have daily conversations with my bff through it.
The app is completely free and allows you to send long messages (up to 15 minutes!) directly to someone. I will hold specific Office Hours where people can pop in and ask me questions and get feedback. These conversations are private and won't be shared with the entire group, unless you and I decide together that they would be beneficial to share.
Of course, if this doesn't sound like your jam, you can totally skip it, as it is not required to participate in Root to Rise.
The only definite additional expense you will have is getting yourself to Savannah, Georgia for the in-person retreat if you are joining us. All your monthly reading materials are included. In addition to all the lodging, food and yoga at the retreat. If you purchased an online-only seat then you will not have any other expenses.
There might be a few things that you are "talked into" getting for yourself or your business, because women are good at sharing their love for things. BUT, these recommendations are optional!
There are two options when you join.
Option one is a full-participation seat that includes both the retreat and online coaching for 5 months. Due to lodging space restrictions, there are only 12 spots available.
Option two is an online-only participation seat. This includes all the goodness that comes with 5 months of coaching (calls, facebook, guest teacher and voxer hours. In this option there is NO travel or retreat component. There are only 10 online spots.
At this time, joining a retreat-only seat with no online participation is NOT an option.
You will definitely get your own bed, but probably not your own room. The room layouts available for attendees include:
Bedroom 1: 1 Twin, 1 King
Bedroom 2: 1 Twin, 1 King
Bedroom 3: King
Bedroom 4: 2 Queens
Bedroom 5: 1 Queen
Bedroom 6: 1 Queen
Bedroom 7: 2 Doubles
Bedroom 8: 2 Doubles
Bedroom 9: 1 Twin
Bedroom 10: 1 Twin
Bedroom assignments will be made in order of joining. If you want to attend with a friend and request to be in the same room, just let me know, and I will do my best to accommodate.
Sleep is SUPER important to me that is why I made sure that all sleeping arrangements are true beds, not futons, air mattresses or sleeper sofas.
Marketing That Attracts is an 8-module, online course that dives deep into marketing strategies specifically for photographers to help bring in their ideal clients. There are no group calls or voxer access to me inside the course.
The Aligned Photographer is an online, 7 module course that focuses on different business and marketing principles each week. The Aligned Photographer is retired.
Root to Rise is a 20-week, completely immersive experience. It includes weekly calls, guest speakers, reading 2 books together, an in-person retreat, shooting live sessions together, portfolio reviews, and so much more.
The materials covered in Root to Rise are meant to help you level up your business. This program is not intended for someone who is not in business yet.
You are right - it is a big investment, and I get that it can feel very scary. I have been there before.
In my experience, the more I have invested in something for my business, the higher the return on investment was for me. The very first time I spent thousands of dollars on an educational experience was the year that changed the trajectory of my business. Literally. And after 14 years, that statement still holds true.
When I drop a few hundred dollars on something, I get a little out of it, but when I make a bigger investment, I go all in, and drastic changes are made. Let's chat about if Root to Rise is for you!
I'm happy to answer any questions you may have so you can determine if this experience is right for you! Email me at sabrina@sabrinagebhardt.com, and I'll get back to you ASAP.