# ShutterCoach: Photo Mentor — AI Photography Mentor

> AI photography mentor for photo critiques, shoot planning, and skill development. (iPhone/iPad app by Justin Hogan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shuttercoach-photo-mentor/id6757127685 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Justin Hogan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864738449)
- Category: Photo & Video, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 104 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-01-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shuttercoach-photo-mentor/id6757127685/reviews.md

## What is ShutterCoach?

You know your photos could be better. ShutterCoach shows you exactly what to fix, and teaches you why.

Upload a photo — or an entire shoot — and get detailed critiques on composition, lighting, exposure, color, storytelling, and technical quality. No vague praise. No harsh takedowns. Real mentorship from Luna, your photography coach.

PLAN YOUR SHOOTS

The Planner shows your next three days of light at a glance — golden hour, blue hour, and the dark-sky window for the Milky Way. Color-coded light windows tell you when the sky will actually deliver, and Luna gives you a clear verdict on each one: shoot now, wait, or pick a different day. A sun-direction map shows you where to point the camera. Add the next-golden-hour widget to your Home Screen, watch the countdown on your Lock Screen with Live Activities, or ask Siri when your next golden hour is.

BATCH SHOOT REPORTS

Import 5-50 photos from a shoot and let Luna rank them for you. Swipe through your photos, cull the weak ones, and get a detailed shoot report breaking down what worked, what didn't, and what to focus on next time. It's like having a mentor review your contact sheet.

INSTANT PHOTO CRITIQUES

Upload any photo and get professional-level feedback in seconds. Luna starts with what you did well, then gives you specific, actionable ways to improve across 6 core skills.

SHARE EXTENSION

See a great shot in your camera roll? Send it straight to ShutterCoach from the share sheet. No app switching, no friction.

TRACK YOUR GROWTH

Watch your skills improve over time with visual progress tracking. Your Photography DNA profile shows your strengths and where you're developing. Every critique makes your profile smarter.

DAILY CHALLENGES & STREAKS

Stay sharp with daily photography prompts. Build a streak, earn shields, and develop the consistent practice habit that separates photographers who improve from those who plateau.

EARN ACHIEVEMENTS

Unlock milestones as you grow. First critique, 7-day streak, mastering a skill — every achievement marks real progress in your photography journey.

CROSS-DEVICE SYNC

Your critiques, challenges, streaks, and progress sync across all your devices. Switch phones, get a new iPad: your photography journey follows you.

XP & LEVELING

Every critique and challenge earns XP. Level up from Snapshot to Master, share milestone cards, and watch your rank climb as your photography improves.

PRIVACY FIRST

Your photos are yours. Images are analyzed in real-time and never stored on our servers. Your critique history stays on your device.

SIMPLE PRICING

Try ShutterCoach free for 5 days with full access to every feature. Love it? Keep everything for a one-time purchase of $9.99. No subscription. No recurring charges. Just better photography, forever.

Terms of Use: https://shuttercoach.app/terms
Privacy Policy: https://shuttercoach.app/privacy

Whether you shoot on a phone or a mirrorless camera, ShutterCoach helps you see your photos the way a mentor would — and gives you the feedback to actually get better.

## Key features

- AI photo critiques
- Composition and lighting analysis
- Shoot planning with light forecasts
- Batch shoot reports
- Progress tracking and skill development
- Daily challenges and achievements
- Cross-device sync

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Early Bird Lifetime Pro | $99.99 | one-time |
| ShutterCoach Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shuttercoach-photo-mentor/id6757127685/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very good app

*2026-07-05*

I got this app thinking nothing of it but am a bit impressed with what this has to offer. Yes you do have to pay $9.99 for a lifetime subscription after the 5 day trial ends but to be totally honest I think this is a great deal considering other similar platforms are $40 a month. As for the AI it performs very nicely and gives great insight on my photos. I will be using this app for now on!

## Frequently asked questions about ShutterCoach

### What is ShutterCoach?

ShutterCoach is an AI-powered photography mentor that provides detailed critiques on your photos, helps you plan your shoots based on light conditions, and tracks your skill development over time.

### How does ShutterCoach critique photos?

ShutterCoach analyzes your uploaded photos for composition, lighting, exposure, color, storytelling, and technical quality, offering specific, actionable feedback.

### Can ShutterCoach help me plan my photoshoots?

Yes, the Planner feature shows your next three days of light, including golden hour, blue hour, and Milky Way windows, with a sun-direction map to guide your camera.

### Does ShutterCoach have ads?

No, ShutterCoach is ad-free. It offers a 5-day free trial with full access, followed by a one-time purchase of $9.99 for continued use.

### What devices does ShutterCoach support?

ShutterCoach is available on iPhone and iPad, with your progress syncing across all your devices.

### How does ShutterCoach track my progress?

It tracks your growth through visual progress tracking, a Photography DNA profile highlighting strengths and development areas, and by earning XP and leveling up.

### Is my privacy protected with ShutterCoach?

Yes, ShutterCoach prioritizes privacy. Your photos are analyzed in real-time and never stored on their servers, and your critique history stays on your device.

### What is the cost of ShutterCoach?

ShutterCoach offers a 5-day free trial. After the trial, it's a one-time purchase of $9.99 with no subscriptions or recurring charges.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.0 — 2026-07-06

This release is about timing — knowing when the light will work, and being ready when it does.

PLANNER
The new Planner tab shows your next three days of golden hour, blue hour, and dark-sky windows. Color-coded light windows tell you when the sky will actually deliver, and Luna gives you a clear verdict on each: shoot now, wait, or pick a different day. A sun-direction map shows you exactly where to point the camera.

WIDGET, LIVE ACTIVITY & SIRI
Put the next golden hour on your Home Screen. Start a planned-shoot Live Activity to see the countdown in your Dynamic Island. Or just ask Siri when your next golden hour is.

LUNAR & ASTRO COACHING
Plan around the moon. ShutterCoach tracks moon phase, illumination, and moonrise and moonset — and tells you when the sky is dark enough for Milky Way photography in your location.

SKY FORECAST
A smarter sky forecast powered by real atmospheric data, so "good light" matches what you'll actually see when you step outside.

Also: faster Planner rendering and a handful of fixes.

Photography is a skill. ShutterCoach keeps getting better at helping you build it.

### 1.3.0 — 2026-04-15

This is the biggest ShutterCoach update yet. Three things that change how you use the app:

CROSS-DEVICE SYNC
Your critiques, challenges, streaks, and progress now sync across all your devices. Switch phones, get a new iPad, restore from backup: your photography journey follows you.

XP & LEVELING
Every critique, challenge, and streak now earns XP. Watch yourself level up from Snapshot to Master as your skills grow. Quality critiques earn more XP than quick ones. Check your rank on your profile, share level-up cards with friends, and get Luna's take on every milestone.

PRO CAMERA
A full manual camera built for learning. Control ISO, shutter speed, white balance, and focus with real-time coaching from Luna. Includes live histogram, focus peaking, composition guides, multi-lens switching, educational film filters, RAW capture, and 3D LUT import. All rendered on the GPU via Metal.

Also new:
- Light mode with accent color themes
- Redesigned onboarding
- Haptic feedback throughout
- Accessibility and contrast improvements
- Share extension reliability

Photography is a skill. ShutterCoach keeps getting better at helping you build it.

### 1.2.0 — 2026-03-16

Batch Shoot Reports
Import 5-50 photos from any shoot. Luna ranks your shots, you swipe to cull, and you get a detailed report on what worked and what to improve next time.

Share Extension
Send photos to ShutterCoach straight from your camera roll - no app switching needed.

Lifetime Membership
A one-time purchase option for founding members who want unlimited access forever.

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.1 — 2026-03-06

Discover your Photo DNA — a profile of your unique photography style that personalizes everything from challenges to coaching.

What else is new:
• Weekly Insights with score trends and skill mastery tracking
• Reshoot and compare — see your improvement side by side
• Live Activities for critique progress and challenge countdowns
• Streaks with shields to protect your consistency
• Milestone celebrations as you level up
• Push notifications for challenges, insights, and golden hour
• Streaming feedback — watch Luna's critique appear in real time
• Export and share your critiques
• iPad-optimized layouts with cross-device sync

### 1.0 — 2026-01-23

No release notes.

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## More apps by Justin Hogan

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All apps by Justin Hogan: https://appshunter.io/developer/1864738449

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