Stella brought an insider's perspective on how to create a portfolio of my work for the strongest impact -- who to target, what editors are looking for in a portfolio, and what works with promotions. I got more out of the class than I had expected. -- Robert Englebright, freelance photographer

"Stella gives you a good start towards thinking about the most dynamic possible flow of a portfolio, important issues to consider, and the best publications to target in relation to the style of your portfolio." -- Ingrid Breyer

"Stella showed a genuine interest in all the work shown, providing comments that were specific to each student's desired application and target market. Her insights were fresh and insightful and helped students breathe new life into otherwise stale portfolios." -- Ion Sokhos

"I was blown away by Stella's presentation. You guys are really hitting your spots right for us photographers." -- Marco Aurelio

"Stella offers refreshing, candid insights into a side of the business photographers rarely see. Her ability to clearly describe what photo editors are looking for was a real eye-opener." -- Adam Himber

"Stella's workshop was tremendously helpful. She is a thoughtful, approachable, and respectful editor. She was able to not only make recommendations about where to send work, but how to reorganize and edit existing books." -- Lana Bortolot

"Stella is AMAZING! The best teachers are able to show you new ways of thinking about your own life and career. Stella did this masterfully. She made everyone feel comfortable and she valued everyone's opinion." -- Craig Seymour

"Stella has a marvelous way of helping you see your work in a new light. Her style of critique is so affirming your artistic thin skin is not bruised, yet you come away knowing what it is you need to develop." -- James Hazelwood

"Stella's positive demeanor made the concept of working in the field of editorial photography a very approachable and realistic goal." --Michele Silver

"Stella knows what she is talking about. She has kept herself current on industry trends and offers suggestions about how to find opportunities." --Richard Pinto