Learn to compose breathtaking images quickly and with story-telling in mind.
Never need to edit again (if you don't want to)
Bring in an extra $2000 a month for only one or two days of work.
Be a part of high-achieving wedding teams at beautifully designed events.
Imagine if you could...
Whether you want to second shoot on the side of your full-time job or fill in the weekends around your own weddings, luxury second shooting is the sweet spot for increasing income without a drastic increase in workload.
Luxury second shooting is the answer you didn't even know you needed.
Did you know you can make over $1000 a wedding when second shooting?
Do you love photographing, but hate the pressure of client communication, editing and lead generation?
Weddings are the type of job that has a lot of learning only transferable through experience. I created Second Nature to help prepare you to exceed expectations once your foot is in the door. (and we are opening the door for you too with our guest speaker connections)
Your own weddings will benefit from these skills too!
The world of luxury second shooting has been a reliable and refining experience for me. My skillset as a lead photographer is constantly being improved through the indirect learning that happens when in proximity to some of the greats in the industry.
I have been documenting luxury weddings since 2021 under many incredible artists like Ali beck photo, sincerely sini, jsrhos, and more.
Hi, I'm Reagan.
Your investment gets you: a full luxury wedding for your portfolio, in-camera correction, portfolio critiques, direct access to our luxury photographer guest speakers, and more.
Your business will not be the same.
It's intimidating to invest into something big, wondering if it will pay off or have the impact you hope for. As someone who has taken over two dozen online courses, some worth it and some not, I've created Second Nature to be so jam packed with value that
I know this is a major investment in yourself and your business.
taken for Ali Beck Photo
Because there's nothing worse than feeling rusty after a slow season.
Second shooting is the easiest and most consistent way to maintain those creative muscles, with inspiring stories, and stay game ready mentality.
It doesn't have to mean you can't shoot your own weddings.
It doesn't have to mean you can't edit the images you take.
It definitely doesn't mean that you are less of an artist than the lead photographer.
And it certainly doesn't mean you're not successful in your own business.
Second shooting is one of the most refining things you can do as an artist and business owner.
A multi-day workshop with a hybird of styled shooting and classroom lectures that will Train you how to second shoot luxury weddings with refined in-camera skills & professionalism.
What is second nature?
The top photographers in the world have incredible in-camera skill. If you want to be consistently hired on their teams, you need to know your cameras in and out. Daniel Kim, one of greats in my eyes, once said that he loves that he started in classic film photography because it taught him how to break the "rules" well. We will equip you with the foundations of in-camera skill so you can make game day decisions with confidence to break the rules.
practical in-camera skills to document like a luxury photographer
The purpose of second shooting is definitely not to build your own brand, but there are many ways to slowly and organically build connections with the vendors you're working with. You will learn how to discuss expectations with your lead photographers and impress the team with your professionalism.
organic networking
How you carry yourself is another key to success in the luxury market. You will learn what to wear, how to prepare, the art of small talk and reading the room. We want YOU to feel confident in your preparation and on the wedding day that you join these powerhouse teams.
Luxury wedding etiquite
There are many skills that set apart a luxury photographer, but one of the most important and subtle ones is storytelling. We will be teaching you how to look for the story before it unfolds, prepare for the unexpected and direct with intention. In tandem with the game day decisions, we will walk through the power of story within your final gallery.
How to look for the story
What you are going to learn
swipe through the
Itinerary
a top-down view of each days musings.
Our first night is our warm-up to each other and the workshop flow. We will check everyone into their home for the week, give our first talk and welcome lecture, document a cutie welcome party, then enjoy a mixer under the stars.
An evening of mixing and mingling under the stars.
Welcome
Day One
Day two will give you a strong foundation for building an interesting wedding gallery. With a mix of guest speaker lecture, in-camera correction and portfolio examples, you'll leave today inspired to create out of the box for day three.
Storytelling, contextualization and the slower moments in the day.
Getting Ready to Ceremony
Day two
Day three is when your creativity can come to life from the things you learn in day two. We will walk through capturing artful details and candids worth printing. Plus, a little headshot for your business too.
Candid imagery, updated headshots and drool-worthy details.
Ceremony to Exit
Day three
We wish this day could last longer, but it'll end with a long morning lecture and the VIP guest speaker panel. This is two hours of unfiltered question and answer like you haven't experienced before.
A final lecture and the VIP perk: an unfiltered discussion with the speakers.
Expert Panel and Good-bye
Day four
Whenever I can, I will always hire her to be a second for my brand. I can’t recommend her enough as a photographer, but also someone who would train others to be excellent photographers. She knows what she is doing.
Why trust me to lead you in your journey to luxury second photography?
Here's what Casi Yost has to say.
Why trust me to lead you in your journey to
luxury second photography?
Here's what Casi Yost has to say.
@sabrinaryanphoto
Sabrina Martinez
Sabrina Ryan Photo is an expert in film and digital story-driven wedding photography. Her work is rooted in true to life coloring, emotive directing and trend-setting design. Through her decade of documenting love, she's fine-tuned an eye for details and scene creation that draws you in.
Over 10 years of experience and features from NYT to Brides.
@zachanddune
Zach and Dune
Zach and Dune are a husband and wife duo with a background in the fine arts. They approach a wedding day with a taste for the striking and provocative moments, while knowing when to step back to let the raw elements of the human experience shine. With hundreds of weddings of experience, these two have a wealth of knowledge to share.
Up and coming powerhouse of the industry.
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December
1st to 4th, 2025
Join us
December 1st to 4th, 2025
$6000
PAY IN FULL
Best Savings
$3100
2 payments
Best Value
$2167
3 PAYMENTS
Best Plan
ENROLL NOW WITH ONE EASY PAYMENT — (A savings of $500)
OR, two easy options to spread out the investment:
Tickets starting at: $6000 for general admission
Facebook group with your cohort - community building is one of the keys to success. You will be connected with current and future attendees to encourage, learn from and work with each other. (Priceless!)
Professional printable resources, worksheets, and guides to reinforce what you're learning in the in-person lectures. We get that it's a lot of information!
(Valued at $200)
Luxury Photographer Guest speakers - Don't just take it from me, take it from photographers who document luxury weddings as the lead and know exactly what they need in a second photographer.(Priceless!)
BONUS portfolio critique - An immediate improvement to your marketability through a full gallery portfolio critique by Reagan. (Valued at $400)
Intensive lectures into practical application - over 8 hours of lectures taught by Reagan and our luxury photographer guest speakers. (Valued at $4800)
Envelope pushing design — A full luxury wedding styled shoot to gain cutting edge portfolio from welcome party to exit. (Valued at $3000)
Three night stay on property at Stonepine - Your ticket includes your room and board for the entirety of the workshop! (Valued at $2000)
Total Value $15800
3-month 1:1 business coaching with Reagan - you don't have to do it alone, I will hold your hand. I'm here to help build actionable business strategy to get you into the next level. (valued at $2400)
2 Hour unfiltered Q&A panel - The conversation of a lifetime. Nothing is off-limits and you'll have 5 brains to pick for two hours.
(valued at $3000)
You'll get full access to everything included in the main workshop —the full wedding editorial, portfolio critique, lectures, and community
(Total Value: $10400)
VIP TICKET
reserve a
That's an option, too!
IF you want access to the Two hour unfiltered Q&A with our guest speakers As Well...
You don't have a full photography kit. The skills taught will require a variety of lenses with differing focal lengths, as this is industry standard for wedding days.
You don't have foundational photography skills. We are refining in-camera skills, not teaching you how to use your gear on manual mode.
It's NOT for you if:
You've been eager to network with vendors in the luxury space, but haven't had the opportunity.
You want to build your luxury wedding weekend portfolio with the trend setting design at an exclusive estate venue otherwise inaccessible.
You've been drowning in editing and want to learn how to increase the income without the workload.
You want to drastically improve your in-camera skills for story-driven photojournalism.
This workshop IS for you if:
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you'll receive an email with your contract and invoice within 24 hours
email: secondnature@oliveandoath.com for any further questions
No good business is created without risk. It's the times that we invest in ourselves that we gain confidence, build relationships and reach goals we never imagined. Let's build you a sustainable business without an unsustainable workload.
the time is now
We are more than happy to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences within reason. All attendees will fill out an intake form that allows them to share their needs so we can plan accordingly with catering.
What if I have dietary extinctions?
This workshop requires only two things: owning a camera and lens (ideally multiple of each), and having a proficient knowledge of how to use them on manual. It will be easier to grasp our concepts if you already photograph your own weddings, but it is not necessary.
what if I have never photographed a wedding? Is this still a good fit for me?
There are four houses on property with varying amounts of rooms and room combinations. Some people can opt to share a room and some will request their own. There is a small price difference with each option that can be found on the ticket purchase form.
What is the room situation like?
The VIP ticket get everything the general admission does, plus:
- 3 months of 1:1 coaching with Reagan
- access to a two hour unfiltered Q&A with our guest speakers at the end of the workshop
what is the perks of the vip ticket?
Stonepine Estate is tucked in the hills of Carmel Valley, California and is accessible by car. Our attendees will be given travel instructions with the best local airports to fly into and more.
How do I get to stonepine?
Every attendee will have a three night stay at Stonepine Estate with meals included from dinner on day one to breakfast on day four. You will photograph an entire styled wedding from welcome party to end-of-night, as well as, tuning into expert lectures before you go out to photograph. This way you can immediately put into practice what you've learned.
What is included in the general ticket price?
don't worry, we have the answers!
You Might have Some questions
I'm putting this last, because you may already know this, but hi - I'm Reagan. I am the owner and lead photographer of Olive and Oath. I have been documenting weddings full time for the last 6 years and have worked under incredible luxury teams for the last three. My heart for Second Nature is to equip more incredible photographers with the skills I've used as a part luxury teams. I have seen many of my luxury photographer friends struggle to find second shooters that can step up to the challenge. My hope is that at the end of the workshop you will not only feel confident to handle the pressure and intricacies of a luxury wedding, but that you'll be marketable to the many photographers seeking reliable team members for seasons to come. When one of us rises, we all rise.
Who are we?
They sure are! We know how much a drone shot can elevate a gallery and would love for you to bring yours. Please note that we will have specific time for drone flying to ensure everyone is able to get their shot.
Are drones allowed?
You think we would leave you hanging here? All our sweet attendees will receive a style guide and packing list to help them in their preparation. We know how intimidating workshops with strangers can be. Trust that we've got you covered.
What do we wear?
Yes, once you've signed on to the workshop you can see the full design deck. Second Nature is first and foremost, education, and secondarily, a portfolio builder. Our incredible designer, Averi of Jasper and Lane Events, is creating something opulent and lux for our attendees.
Can we see the design?
We have three incredible guest speakers: Sabrina Ryan Photo and Zach and Dune. We may even have a surprise speaker in the works, but more information on our guest speakers can be found on our Instagram @secondnatureworkshops
Who are the guest speakers?
I recommend having a full wedding kit: two bodies and lenses to cover you from 35 to 85, plus flash! Even better if you have a few film cameras, but not necessary. A full list will be sent to the attendees in your welcome guide.
What gear do you recommend we bring?
I recommend have a full wedding kit: two bodies and lenses to cover you from 35 to 85, plus flash! Even better if you have a few film cameras, but not necessary. A full list will be sent to the attendees in your welcome guide.
What gear do you recommend we bring?
We have three incredible guest speakers: Sabrina Ryan Photo and Zach and Dune. We may even have a surprise speaker in the works, but more information on our guest speakers can be found on our Instagram @secondnatureworkshops
Who are the guest speakers?
Yes, once you've signed on to the workshop you can see the full design deck. Second Nature is first and foremost, education, and secondarily, a portfolio builder. Our incredible designer, Averi of Jasper and Lane Events, is creating something opulent and lux for our attendees.
Can we see the design?
You think we would leave you hanging here? All our sweet attendees will receive a style guide and packing list to help them in their preparation. We know how intimidating workshops with strangers can be. Trust that we've got you covered.
What do we wear?
They sure are! We know how much a drone shot can elevate a gallery and would love for you two bring yours. Please note that we will have specific time for drone flying to ensure everyone is able to get their shot.
Are drones allowed?
I'm putting this last, because you may already know this, but hi - I'm Reagan. I am the owner and lead photographer of Olive and Oath. I have been documenting wedding full time for the last 6 years and have worked under incredible luxury teams for the last three. My heart for Second Nature is to equip more incredible photographers with the skills to do as I get to do for luxury teams. I have seen many of my luxury photographer friends struggle to find second shooters that can step up to the challenge. My hope is that at the end of the workshop you will not only feel confident to handle the pressure and intricacies of a luxury wedding, but that you'll be marketable to the many photographers seeking reliable team members for seasons to come. When one of us rises, we all rise.
Who are we?
Every attendee will have a three night stay at Stonepine Estate with meals from dinner on day one to breakfast on day four included. You will have an entire styled wedding from welcome party to end-of-night exit worth of content to document, as well as, expert lectures before you go out to photograph so you can immediately put into practice what you've learned.
What is included in the general ticket price?
Stonepine Estate is tucked in the hills of Carmel Valley, California and is accessible by car. Our attendees will be given travel instructions with the best local airports to fly into and more.
How do I get to stonepine?
The VIP ticket get everything the general admission does, plus:
- 3 months of 1:1 coaching with Reagan
- access to a two hour unfiltered Q&A with our guest speakers at the end of the workshop
what is the perks of the vip ticket?
There are four houses on property with varying amounts of rooms and room combinations. Some people can opt to share a room and some will request their own. There is a small price difference with each option that can be found on the ticket purchase form.
What is the room situation like?
This workshop requires only two things: owning a camera and lens (ideally multiple of each), and having a proficient knowledge of how to use them on manual. It will be easier to grasp our concepts if you already photograph your own weddings, but it is not necessary.
what if I have never photographed a wedding? Is this still a good fit for me?
We are more than happy to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences within reason. All attendees will fill out an intake form that allows them to share their needs so we can plan accordingly with catering.
What if I have dietary restrictions?
Dorothea Lange
"To know ahead of time what you’re looking for means you’re then only photographing your own preconceptions, which is very limiting, and often false."
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