Photography Mentoring
Photography Mentoring with Ian Phillips‑McLaren
With over 35 years of experience in both fine art and commercial photography, I offer tailored mentoring for photographers, artists, and students who want to develop their creative voice, technical skills, and confidence.
Whether you’re just starting out, returning to your practice, or working toward an exhibition or application, each session is designed around your goals.
What I Offer
One-to-One Mentoring
Flexible, focused sessions—online or in person—designed to support your work in progress, technique, or direction. From analogue to digital, each session adapts to your needs.
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What Artists Say About Ian’s Practice
“What an amazing print… to do this in gum bichromate and have each section so similar in tone and colour is truly gobsmacking.”
— Sally North
“Incredible print, Ian. I can’t even fathom how much work this must have been. And to do it all in gum is just mind-blowing.”
— Ya Ya Teahouse
“Anything between 48–64 impressions… speaks volumes about your dedication and meticulousness—leaving aside the fact that it is a wonderful portrait.”
— Debajan Das Gupta
Artist Mentoring
Long-term support for artists developing a body of work, preparing portfolios, or navigating postgraduate study. Ideal for MA students, early-career artists, or anyone working toward a clear creative vision.
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Process-Based Tuition
I also offer mentoring in historical and alternative processes. These can be explored as part of your one-to-one sessions or paired with structured workshops:
Silver & Salt – Salt Printing Mentoring
Light & Iron – Cyanotype Mentoring
Gum Printing
- For those interested in learning historical techniques in more depth:
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Online Sessions
Can’t travel? I offer Zoom-based mentoring using a multi-camera setup and OBS software. These are ideal for critical feedback, project support, and technical walkthroughs.
Who It’s For
Mentoring is open to:
Artists and photographers at any stage of their career
Students and postgraduates
Individuals preparing for exhibitions or applications or interviews
Anyone wanting to deepen their analogue photography skills
Where & How
Mentoring is offered:
In person at my Hackney studio
Online via Zoom
By arrangement at your location (for group or institutional sessions)
Get in Touch
If you’re interested in working together or want to discuss a particular focus, I’d love to hear from you.
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