Photography education that actually feels real.
Newborns, families, lifestyle, lighting, editing, even business—learn it all with me inside The Collective. Fresh content and live classes drop monthly.
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Desert Maternity Masterclass: Styling, Backlit Magic & Effortless Posing with Bri Anderson
Styling, Backlit Magic & Effortless Posing
Learn how she scouts harsh-light locations, embraces golden backlight, and creates moody, feminine images fast. From wardrobe guides to posing flow, you’ll see her entire client experience in action.
Engagement Sessionwith Gagan Dhiman
Mid-Day Sun, Wind & Connection-Driven Posing
Watch Gagan shape mid-day sun and wind with nothing but a 35mm and great direction. Read sun/shadow, spark authentic movement, and mix big environmental scenes with intimate close-ups—fast.
Real Babies, Real Sessions, Real Education
Education here is...different.
With over a decade of teaching photographers worldwide, Rachel has created two ways to learn: dive into The Collective—a library with dozens of newborns, poses, and lighting setups filmed in full detail—or jump into the Bootcamp for a faster, step-by-step system. Unlike shaky phone clips or quick-buck courses, these sessions are thoughtfully filmed to show every pose, angle, pull-back, and tiny tweak so you feel like you’re in the room.
Thousands of photographers have grown their skills and confidence here—and you can too.
Cloudy Beach Family Lighting & Posing at Huntington
Our videos cover all the weather in all the places!
From beaches and deserts to mountains, forests, rivers, and fields—our team of educators shows you how to create beautiful images in any environment. You’ll see how different photographers adapt to cloudy skies, full sun, shade, or glowing golden hour, giving you a toolbox of strategies you can apply anywhere you shoot.
It's not just all babies and families here...
Go Behind the Scenes with Lexy Parks for a boudoir session.
Inside the membership, you’ll find education on boudoir, lifestyle, sports, videography, business and marketing, web design, headshots, and more. Guest instructors like Lexy Parks pull back the curtain on how they work in their genres, giving you skills you can apply no matter where your photography takes you.
Get up close with Australian photographer: Natasha Megan
Inside The Collective, you’ll learn from photographers across the globe—like Natasha—each bringing their unique style and expertise. And you’re not learning alone: you’ll join a worldwide community of photographers who are eager to push themselves, share honestly, and support each other as they grow.
Learn Creative Maternity Photography
The Collective is about more than just poses—it’s about seeing new ways to shoot, experimenting with creativity, and learning from peer-educators who share their real sessions. Whether it’s a sunlit field, a cozy living room, a styled studio...or a river in Guadeloupe like this video from guest educator Mé
lanie Winters... you’ll gain the confidence to try something new—because you’ve seen it done, step by step.
Image from Creek Sessions with Tessa Jill
Always Something New
Inside The Collective, a brand-new video drops every month—so there’s always something fresh to learn. Plus, you’ll get access to a community calendar, live events, and a message board where photographers connect, share wins, and get support.
More Than Just Videos
Come for the education, stay because you feel seen.
LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE
Watch or rewatch content anytime—it’s here for you when you need it, not just when it drops.
MONTHLY CONNECTIONS
Live calls, forums, and conversations where you can ask questions, get real answers, and feel supported by people who get it.
150+ LESSONS (AND COUNTING)
From newborns to families to business know-how, there’s always something new to learn—and new ways to grow.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE
Whether you’ve been shooting for a decade or you’re brand new, Rachel Vanoven Education is a safe place to ask questions, get a gentle push when you want it, and maybe find your next internet bestie.
Watch Anytime, Anywhere
Watch your videos on any of your devices, wherever you are.
Simple, no-pressure pricing
Try everything for 14 days. Keep it if you love it. Bail if you don’t—no hard feelings...but we think you'll love it here.
$35
Full library, community, live stuff, all of it. Cancel anytime.
Annually (Save 15-ish%)
$350
Same access, better deal. Two months free.
Meet (a few of) your Teachers!
Meet four of the fifty-five different instructors who make up the Collective Educators. Here is where you’ll learn from seasoned photographers and rising voices. Because our industry grows when we listen to experience and fresh perspectives alike.
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