WHAT IF YOU COULD FINALLY

So if you are READY to see what is next, build quickly, and reclaim that joy and freedom that you dream of for your business…

you can be just a course away from seeing your own version of success come to life.




Courses that feel like coffee with an old-friend-turned-cheerleader who spills all the
details (and has a college degree in teaching –
so you get everything you need broken down in an understandable way, and nothing else!).

So now, I’ve created the courses that I WISH I had at each stage, whether I was:
  • Learning to take scroll-stopping photos at EVERY wedding/session
  • Starting my business from scratch
  • Growing + scaling my business to what it is today
  • Outsourcing in my business to get my time back

illinois | midwest | worldwide

Let Me Show You How!

You’re closer than you think to running the photography business of your dreams...and finding your own best version of success! I know it because it was my story…and I’ve helped my students build their own dream biz’ as well.

Here’s the truth: Running a photography business is hard. A lot of us go into it because we love taking photos…but we don’t realize how much MORE it takes to actually run a successful, organized, fun business. And suddenly– that business begins to run our calendar and lives instead of giving us the freedom to create the life we want.


                
 










That’s where I come in…because I’ve been there. For the first couple years of my business, google was my new bestie while I tried to learn everything…let’s just say that I don’t recommend that!  (Because who has time to spend 24-7-365 on google and youtube searching for answers in the most overpopulated internet spots!?)

EDUCATIONAL

resources

Re-discover your passion in business, learn to make more money doing tasks only you can do, and discover how to get your LIFE BACK with this 6-Lesson Online Video Course and comprehensive, 38-page outsourcing workbook of activities + assignments that will transform you from an outsourcing newbie to an outsourcing PRO in
just a few hours!  

Outsourcing for Creatives

INTRODUCING

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Short, easy-to-digest 
Business Courses to help propel your business forward with video lesson on Bootcamp topic and access to Jill through an exclusive Facebook group!

Jill Gum 
Business Bootcamps

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Helping  you  build  a  business  that
Provides and  Thrives...

One photographer. One site.  Dozens of resources.  

From my recommended camera gear to software to my favorite business books...if you're looking for it, this page has it! 

Jill Gum 
Tools + Resources

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"The Photo University has truly transformed my photography. For the first time I'm taking pictures of my family and friends with confidence, and feel like I'm really delivering something of quality for my clients. I know what I'm doing at almost every step along the way now."

-Molly

"I truly enjoy the lessons and applying the lessons with practice. It continues to make a huge difference in my photography! It’s awesome to have a month in between each release to allow time for practice and review. Very digestible, immediately applicable and a game-changer."

-Anna

"You can tell Jill is a teacher. She knows how to teach reaching all types of learners. I really enjoyed and looked forward to the content each month. My pictures have improved since day 1 in this course and truly thank Jill for that."

-Kelly

"I've loved it from the beginning. Thank you for all the hard work and for being available to your students. That's the difference! Having you with us real time, throughout the year.  After a year of Photo U, I have more confidence than ever with my camera. My family and friends are indebted to you for teaching me to preserve these fleeting moments in our lives."

-Claire

Check out the amazing progress of my students in these before and after images
post taking Photo U or my in person workshops! I'm so proud of them!!

Edit your cell phone photos with just ONE click to either "fix" an issue or add beautiful "flair" and style to your photo!

JILL GUM Everyday
Fix and Flair Presets

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from Jill Gum Students

Love Notes

Claire

"Your Mastering Manual course corrected my self-taught mistakes, and after a year of your Photo University membership, I have more confidence than ever with my camera.  My family and friends are indebted to you my new ability to preserve these fleeting moments in our lives."

"Jill has a wonderful way of targeting insecurities with equal doses of encouragement and constructive criticism. She took my questions and concerns about my business and gave me tangible, manageable advice in each area. She helped me extract the panicked feeling that had leaked into my "business plan"and see things for what they really were. She helped me build a more simple and consistent brand. She has great ideas, she listens well, and ultimately she made me feel empowered to do the things I've been dreaming about. My website looks better, my communication with clients is more focused and appealing, and most importantly-- I'm excited and not scared by the future of my business!"

Morgan

"Jill's workshop really inspired me to dive into my passion of photography. I learned a lot of techniques and tips on using my camera and editing my photos, and the practice photo shoot was extremely helpful (and fun!)- Jill was so helpful and enthusiastic throughout the entire workshop, which made the experience even more amazing!"

Katie

"My mentoring session with Jill was fun, informative, and has already allowed me to see improvement in my photography. She was relaxed, down to earth, and let me direct what areas I needed to spend more time focusing on. Thanks, Jill! 

Cara

"Before I attended Jill's beginner workshop, I always LOVED flipping through her blog and admiring the pictures she took with the "fancy blurry" background and beautiful sunflare. I always thought that those types of photos were impossible for me to take...UNTIL I learned from Jill! Her breakdown of camera settings, posing suggestions, and loads of encouragement has motivated me to delve deeper into my own photography and take my camera off the auto settings!!! And I have been LOVING the results of the confidence JGP's workshop has given me!"

Sarah

"The workshop completely changed the way I look at my camera! I can actually take it off automatic mode and know what I am doing. Jill was so willing to help me with any problems I was having and set up great situations for us to practice our newly learned skills"

Kelsie

"Before I met Jill,  I was obsessed with her work and her Blog! I have been a HUGE fan of hers since I first laid eyes on her talent. When I saw she was teaching, I was ecstatic!!! I have been a photographer for a while now, but I just needed that extra push and knowledge to make it even better! I am so glad I coached with her! She is not only an amazing photographer, but is also a wonderful teacher! She is laid back, easily approachable, and willing to answer anything she can! I would, without a doubt, sign up for any workshops Jill offers! I encourage anyone to do the same! Thank you Jill! You are truly gifted!"

Amber

My coaching session was one of the best investments I have ever made! I learned SO much and received a lot of information! I love having Jill as a mentor and feel I am able to ask her anything! I am excited for more educational opportunities with her!

Tiffany

"Your shooting in manual class corrected my self-taught mistakes, and after a year of Photo U, I have more confidence than ever with my camera.  My family and friends are indebted to you for teach me to preserve these fleeting moments in our lives. "

Claire

"Jill has a wonderful way of targeting insecurities with equal doses of encouragement and constructive criticism. She took my questions and concerns about my business and gave me tangible, manageable advice in each area. She helped me extract the panicked feeling that had leaked into my "business plan"and see things for what they really were. She helped me build a more simple and consistent brand. She has great ideas, she listens well, and ultimately she made me feel empowered to do the things I've been dreaming about. My website looks better, my communication with clients is more focused and appealing, and most importantly-- I'm excited and not scared by the future of my business!

Morgan

"Jill's workshop really inspired me to dive into my passion of photography. I learned a lot of techniques and tips on using my camera and editing my photos, and the practice photo shoot was extremely helpful (and fun!)- Jill was so helpful and enthusiastic throughout the entire workshop, which made the experience even more amazing!"

Katie

"My mentoring session with Jill was fun, informative, and has already allowed me to see improvement in my photography. She was relaxed, down to earth, and let me direct what areas I needed to spend more time focusing on. Thanks, Jill! 

Cara

"Before I attended Jill's beginner workshop, I always LOVED flipping through her blog and admiring the pictures she took with the "fancy blurry" background and beautiful sunflare. I always thought that those types of photos were impossible for me to take...UNTIL I learned from Jill! Her breakdown of camera settings, posing suggestions, and loads of encouragement has motivated me to delve deeper into my own photography and take my camera off the auto settings!!! And I have been LOVING the results of the confidence JGP's workshop has given me!"

Sarah

"The workshop completely changed the way I look at my camera! I can actually take it off automatic mode and know what I am doing. Jill was so willing to help me with any problems I was having and set up great situations for us to practice our newly learned skills"

Kelsie

"Before I met Jill,  I was obsessed with her work and her Blog! I have been a HUGE fan of hers since I first laid eyes on her talent. When I saw she was teaching, I was ecstatic!!! I have been a photographer for a while now, but I just needed that extra push and knowledge to make it even better! I am so glad I coached with her! She is not only an amazing photographer, but is also a wonderful teacher! She is laid back, easily approachable, and willing to answer anything she can! I would, without a doubt, sign up for any workshops Jill offers! I encourage anyone to do the same! Thank you Jill! You are truly gifted!"

Amber

My coaching session was one of the best investments I have ever made! I learned SO much and received a lot of information! I love having Jill as a mentor and feel I am able to ask her anything! I am excited for more educational opportunities with her!

Tiffany

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