Jessica Whitaker
Jessica Whitaker is the founder of Build and Bloom®, the first inclusive online photography community of its kind, launched in 2016. A passionate educator, she has led free photography workshops across the U.S., London, and Paris, and created the Women in Photography networking initiative. For over a decade, Jessica has taught on YouTube, providing jargon-free, accessible education to thousands of aspiring photographers. Dedicated to helping creatives build sustainable, life-changing businesses, she believes photography can be a powerful, low-barrier path to financial freedom and personal fulfillment.
The Details Matter: Posing Women With Precision and Intention From Hands to Heels
Posing can make or break an image, and the difference is often in the details. In this hands-on Photo Walk, Jessica Whitaker shares her signature appr…Posing can make or break an image, and the difference is often in the details. In this hands-on Photo Walk, Jessica Whitaker shares her signature approach to posing women with precision and intention. Drawing from her background in fashion design and…Posing can make or break an image, and the difference is often in the details. In this hands-on Photo Walk, Jessica Whitaker shares her signature approach to posing women with precision and intention. Drawing from her background in fashion design and over 15 years of photography experience, Jessica combines technical knowledge of garment fit and the human form with the artistry of photography. She’ll show you how to refine posture, expression, an…Posing can make or break an image, and the difference is often in the details. In this hands-on Photo Walk, Jessica Whitaker shares her signature approach to posing women with precision and intention. Drawing from her background in fashion design and over 15 years of photography experience, Jessica combines technical knowledge of garment fit and the human form with the artistry of photography. She’ll show you how to refine posture, expression, and subtle adjustments that instantly elevate an image—skills she’s become renowned for on YouTube after more than a decade of teaching photographers worldwide. What You’ll Learn: How to refine posing from head to toe with an objective eye Subtle adjustments in posture, clothing, and angles that elevate an image How to train your eye to catch overlooked details in posing Building variation through step-by-step refinements rather than resetsShow MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
YouTube for Photographers: The Evergreen Marketing Platform You’re Overlooking
Curious about how YouTube can transform your photography business? YouTube is one of the most powerful tools for photographers to market their work a… Curious about how YouTube can transform your photography business? YouTube is one of the most powerful tools for photographers to market their work and connect with new clients. As the second largest search engine in the world, owned by Google, YouT… Curious about how YouTube can transform your photography business? YouTube is one of the most powerful tools for photographers to market their work and connect with new clients. As the second largest search engine in the world, owned by Google, YouTube content continues to work long after it is posted, introducing your photography to both local and destination clients through the power of SEO. In this seminar, Jessica Whitaker shares how photogr… Curious about how YouTube can transform your photography business? YouTube is one of the most powerful tools for photographers to market their work and connect with new clients. As the second largest search engine in the world, owned by Google, YouTube content continues to work long after it is posted, introducing your photography to both local and destination clients through the power of SEO. In this seminar, Jessica Whitaker shares how photographers can use YouTube to build authority, showcase their work beyond what short-form content allows, and do it all without chasing vanity metrics. With ten years of experience teaching photography on YouTube and collaborating with household names from Apple to Amazon, Jessica will show you how to create impactful videos that attract clients, strengthen your brand, and grow your email list. Whether you are brand new to the platform or already creating content, this seminar will equip you with a clear, accessible path to using YouTube as a powerful marketing tool. What you’ll learn: How to turn YouTube traffic into email list growth and qualified client inquiries How to leverage SEO on YouTube to attract potential clients and strengthen your brand Repeatable video formulas that build authority and discoverability without chasing vanity metrics Practical gear and workflow tips to start immediately using the camera you already ownShow MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More