WORKSHOPS INCLUDE:

• two fully styled portrait shoots (one family shoot & one engagement shoot) with instruction given start to finish; the client planning consultation, prop selection, how to create storyboards, location scouting, set-up, client interation, making it fun, posing, shooting & post-production workflow.
• instruction on how to dive deeper into the stories & passions of your clients to create unique photoshoots that speak to the heart.
• tips on how to set boundaries & "balance it all" (business, workflow, good time management, family, relationships & still keep your sanity - we will talk a lot about this!).
• inspiration for staying fresh and setting yourself apart from other photographers.
• how to best utilize your existing space as your “studio” & tips on finding great hidden gems of locations near you.
• how to get creative with the way you shoot such as capturing sunflare & finding dreamy light to produce sun-saturated imagery.
• raw workflow demonstration & start to finish post-production techniques.
• strategies for setting rates & effective policies for your business (and how to stick firm to them).
• how to pose children, families & couples in a comfortable “un-posey” way.
• how to develop lasting relationships with local business owners & tips on getting your work displayed in creative places.
• tips on finding great, inexpensive props & how to reuse them in creative ways.
• i will be an open book in regard to any and all questions photography related.
• creative & inspirational challenges to help each attendee discover their own personal photographic style.
• strategic marketing techniques on how to attract & book your target clientelle.
• hundred of images you will take during the weekend to serve as a great addition to your business portfolio!

THE INVESTMENT:

• $1400 per attendee.
• workshop cost includes all instruction as well as meals during the workshop days.  *travel & lodging is not included in workshop cost.

HOW TO REGISTER: please email us directly and we will touch base to make sure that the workshop is perfect for you and then email a registration form to be filled out.  you will send that to us well as a 50% non-refundable deposit to hold your space.  the remaining 50% is then due by atleast 30 days prior to the workshop date.

* registration is first come, first serve - we take a maximum of 20 attendees per workshop.