FAQs that remove the guesswork.So you can start with confidence.

PhotoCoach Pro is a hybrid learning and coaching platform for photographers. You get Elo (your 24/7 Smart Photo Coach Assistant) for instant guidance and structured practice — and you can add human mentor coaching when you want expert strategy, accountability, and portfolio-level direction.

Beginners who want clarity and confidence, intermediates who want structure and consistency, and serious learners building a style, portfolio, or long-term path. If you want to improve faster without guesswork, you’re in the right place.

You follow a simple loop: ask Elo → practice a focused challenge → get feedback (from Elo and/or mentors) → track wins and repeat. Momentum beats randomness every time.

No. Elo and mentors prioritize technique, light, composition, timing, and decision-making. Great photos are built on fundamentals — not upgrades.

Anything from camera settings, composition, light, and editing to shot planning, troubleshooting, creative direction, and skill-building drills. Elo is built to give you structure: what to do, why it works, and what to do next.

Yes — Elo is always available, which means you can get unstuck immediately and keep your momentum going.

No — it complements them. Elo is your daily coach for clarity and reps. Human mentors bring nuance, strategy, and real-world experience — especially when you want deeper direction or portfolio-level feedback.

Yes. Elo can give structured critique and next-step drills. Certain tiers include deeper critique modes and multi-image diagnosis. Human mentors add a higher-touch layer when you want expert eyes and coaching.

No. Critique is only one part. Mentors coach you through goals, decision-making, shooting strategy, creative direction, and portfolio growth — the human layer that helps you stay on track and level up faster.

Mentor critiques are submitted through a structured review flow so feedback is consistent, kind, and actionable. Depending on tier, you’ll have a monthly allocation and a typical turnaround window (priority tiers get faster response).

Yes. Some plans include mentor-led group office hours / Q&A sessions — a high-value way to learn from real questions and real answers.

Yes. Some tiers include session credits or optional add-ons. The goal is to give you the right level of human support without forcing everyone into expensive 1:1.

Challenges, prompts, shared wins, mentor-led threads, and supportive feedback loops. It’s designed to help you shoot more, practice intentionally, and stay motivated.

Yes. The culture is student-first: constructive, kind, and practical. No ego, no gatekeeping, no “RTFM” energy.

Be respectful, constructive, and helpful. Critique should be actionable and supportive. No harassment, no hate, no spam. We keep the environment safe and encouraging.

No — but it helps a lot. Community creates consistency and momentum. If you’re more private, you can still use Elo and mentor coaching without posting publicly.

Yes. You can cancel anytime. Your access continues until the end of your billing period.

Yes. Most students start with a lighter tier and upgrade when they’re ready for deeper coaching and mentor support.

Yes — early access is typically offered at a limited launch rate while the platform grows. Exact availability may change as we expand tiers and capacity.

Use the Early Access join flow. During launch, all “Join” buttons route to the Join page so you always land in the right place even as tiers evolve.

Your uploads are used to provide coaching and feedback inside the platform experience. We don’t sell your photos. If we ever want to feature student work publicly, it’s always opt-in.

The platform is built with student-first safety in mind: clear guidelines, respectful critique culture, and guardrails to keep interactions constructive.

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