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Justin French

Photographer, Director

Justin French

About Justin

Justin French (b. 1988) is a photographer and director synthesizing fashion, documentary, and classical portraiture to bridge historical tradition and modern identity. Utilizing the photographic frame as a "philosophical polity," he recontextualizes contemporary subjects through ancient and self-authored mythologies to examine collective perceptions of power and vulnerability. Since his 2017 debut at Red Hook Labs, French has exhibited at the Saatchi Gallery, Rencontres d’Arles, and the Detroit Institute of Arts, while building an elite commercial portfolio for global leaders including Vogue, Louis Vuitton, Nike, and the Royal Ballet. Named to the British Fashion Council’s New Wave Creatives and the Dazed 100, French is defined by a commitment to elevating underrepresented perspectives through a visual language that is simultaneously timeless and urgent.

on TalentED, mentorship sessions with Justin focus on:
Goal Setting
Core Skill Focus
Image Review/Feedback
Career/Growth

What a session looks like

Every mentor runs their sessions a little differently, but most conversations follow a structure like this.

First 5 min
Creative direction
You'll talk about your current style, interests, and where you want to take your photography.
Next 10 min
Portfolio critique
Your mentor will review your work and give detailed feedback on composition, storytelling, editing, and how your portfolio communicates your vision.
Next 10 min
Career insight
You may discuss editorial work, working with magazines, building relationships with stylists and models, and developing strong personal projects.
Last 5 min
Clarifying direction
You'll use the final part of the session to reflect on the discussion and clarify a few areas you may want to focus on next.

Ways to Work With Justin

30-minute 1:1 sessions

How many sessions? · 30 min each

Pick your first session now. Book each of the others after the one before it.

Payment processed via secure portal

Mentors cannot accept payment to advise users on obtaining grants, jobs, contracts, casting decisions, admissions, or other opportunities that the mentor personally evaluates or can materially influence.

What you'll walk away with
  • Direct, honest feedback on your images. What’s strong, what’s holding you back, and what to cut
  • Clarity on your visual voice and how to develop a more cohesive body of work
  • Insight into how to position your photography for galleries, publications, or brand clients
  • Specific technical or conceptual areas to refine based on your goals
  • A focused next-step plan to elevate your work and career direction

TalentED FAQ

How does payment work?
Your card is authorised at checkout but not charged until the mentor confirms your session. If they decline or don't respond, the hold is released automatically and you're never billed.
When will my session be confirmed?
Mentors typically confirm within 24–48 hours. You'll receive an email the moment your booking is approved, along with the session link or location details.
What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
You can cancel or reschedule from your bookings dashboard up to 24 hours before a session. You aren't charged until your mentor accepts your first session. After that, a cancelled session goes back to your order to book again. There are no automatic refunds; for credit, reach out to support@talented.nyc.
How do sessions take place?
Sessions are either video (via Zoom) or in-person, depending on the mentor's availability settings. The format is shown when you select a time slot.
Is my information secure?
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What do I get after the session?
Every session includes a personalised summary and clear next steps sent to your email within 48 hours of the session completing.
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