Photography - Page 23

Bringing Becky Back Home, Fighting Acute Liver Failure

July 29, 2015 by Seshu | Editor & Publisher

You don't know Becky yet. She is married to David, a photographer just like you.

In fact, it was only a few months ago that David and Becky celebrated their wedding with family and friends in Connecticut. Soon after they returned from Hawaii, where they were vacationing for their honeymoon, Becky suffered what in medical terms is called Acute Liver Failure. She has been hospitalized for the last seven weeks, now waiting for a liver transplant at Yale-New Haven Medical Center.

David is a wedding and fashion photographer based in Connecticut. As a neighbor, friend and peer, I couldn't stand by the sidelines and do nothing for him and his wife. So, I decided to find out more about Acute Liver Failure and spread the word about their medical and financial challenges.

The local news channels are talking about Becky and David and how you can help. Becky's friend Tracy Burek started a campaign online to help the newly wedded couple face some very challenging financial times ahead.

If you can step up and help a fellow photographer, please do so. As David says in the video interview, it doesn't even have to be a financial donation at this time. Simply let others know about organ donation and if you can make a financial commitment, then great! Please share this post with your friends and family.

Please note: In the video above, David states that Becky can't receive a liver donation from a living donor. He later corrected himself by saying that she can receive a liver from a living donor.

Update: David was recently interviewed by WFSB, a local television channel. Please check out that video below:

WFSB 3 Connecticut

Blogging Brilliantly For Your Photography Business

July 16, 2015 by Seshu | Editor & Publisher

She doesn't have much of a southern drawl, but Christine Tremoulet is a business coach based in Houston, Texas.

Christine is ideally positioned to teach you about blogging and it's not because she coined the word “WordPress.” She is intimately involved in helping business owners like you make a mark online; with well defined intentions, purpose, clarity and focus. She has been blogging for nearly 15 years now!

Blogging Brilliantly is 30 days of pro advice from blogging & business expert, Christine Tremoulet. Learn what to write, how to write it, and ways to automate your blog for better results. Say hello to more time, more clients, and less stress.

Listen to her talk about her new course, Blogging Brilliantly –

As she says, Blogging Brilliantly, is a course that you can follow along for free or buy for only $27.

This is Christine's promise to you:

“You'll also receive an ebook of the course material, a guide on creating an editorial calendar, and 4 value packed worksheets that will be integral tools in growing your business via blogging.”

If you have ever felt nervous about starting a blog and sustaining a blog over the long haul, sign up for Christine's 30-day course just to see if it is worthwhile. I bet you will dig into it and see results right away. Of course, when you buy the whole bundle at one shot, you don't have to wait the whole 30 days plus you get a whole lot more that will level up your game.

Want to make your mark in the world? Start blogging brilliantly today.

How To Make Your Photography Business Magnetic & Memorable

July 16, 2015 by Seshu | Editor & Publisher

As a business owner, marketing to the right clients is top most on my mind. I am sure you are thinking the same thing. Life is too short to be working with the wrong clients. Right?

Angela Pointon is a business coach and author based in Philadelphia. Her articles in Professional Photographer Magazine are the first ones I read because they are timely and useful. Not only does Angela have an MBA, she worked for an agency for a number of years seeing trends and crafting strategies for brands to have sustainable businesses. She knows what she is talking about and as a one-time photographer, I know she has our backs!

I spoke with Angela about her course, Magnetic Business Masterclass. It's one that I enrolled in when she first offered it last year. This next Monday, she will be kicking off another five-week run of the course for a very limited number of photographers who are serious about hand picking their clients and making a mark for themselves in this business.

Listen to Angela talk about Magnetic Business Masterclass. I put her in the hot seat to tell me what makes it special and unique.

If you don't have the time (make the time then) or you you believe in silver bullets to solve your business issues, don't bother signing up for this course. It's going to take some work, but one where Angela is ready to help you through. For those who complete Magnetic Business Masterclass, she is offering a special bonus where she will spend 30 minutes with you brainstorming and finessing your marketing material. I can't tell you what she charges by the hour, but that half-hour is pure gold!

So, tell me, if you decide NOT to sign up for Magnetic Business Masterclass, what would you do to make your business so attractive to the right potential clients that you have to create a waitlist? How do you stand out in your community? Share your tip below!

Why Is Boudoir Photography Making A Big Comeback?

July 10, 2015 by Seshu | Editor & Publisher

Molly Marie, a boudoir photographer in Eau Claire, Wisconsin has created a niche for herself. She is so good at what she does, she actually teaches other photographers how to pose, create a business and market and photograph boudoir sessions.

Several months back (you can see me layered up in winter clothing), I spoke with Molly about her business, why boudoir sessions are making a come back, why these sessions are important for women and how male photographers are gaining prominence in this genre of photography. Give this a listen now!

NOTE: Enroll in Molly's Boudoir Shooting Camp now. Doors open on July 12th!

Here are some examples of Molly's work –

If you are wondering if boudoir photography is porn, read this article by Molly. Already photographing boudoir sessions and want to improve your business? See these 8 resources to up your game. Also check out her ebook, “Gain Clients And Sales Without Working For Free.”

Do you shoot boudoir sessions? Are you starting to offer it to your clients? What questions do you have for Molly? Ask them below!

Remember, if you are just getting started, you don't want to miss her Boudoir Shooting Camp that starts on July 12th. Sign up now!

The Blumes Will Teach You To Make $1500 Per Hour, Promise!

July 2, 2015 by Seshu | Editor & Publisher

The headline isn't a mistake and it's not hyperbole either. Eileen and Phillip Blume, wedding and portrait photographers based in Athens, Georgia will teach you to make $1500 per hour shooting mini-sessions. Indeed, that's what they do whenever they announce their portrait sessions.

At Shutterfest 2015, a conference produced by Sal Cincotta in St. Louis, they presented a two-part seminar called “Maximizing mini sessions: Make $1500 per hour.” The room was packed with photographers, all eager to learn their secrets. Even though I couldn't find a seat, I stood for nearly two hours and took copious notes. It was one of the top presentation at Shuttefest and I do hope they are asked to present again.

UPDATE: Now through July 11th, The Blume's are making their Shutterfest presentation available for download … for FREE!

Who doesn't want to make $1500 per hour? Right? Well, Eileen and Phillip didn't hold anything back. They walked us through all their steps, one-by-one that guarantees them this high rate of return for their time. Soon after their presentation, I made a bee-line to them and asked if I could interview them about their successes. They both readily agreed to connect with me after the conference and true to their word, we set up a time to conduct a short interview.

In this short chat, we talk about how they structure their mini-sessions and dive deep into how and why they decided to offer mini-sessions in their community. Give this a listen!

One of the things they offered for sale at Shutterfest was a CD called “Maximizing Mini Sessions: The Complete Kit.” Included in the kit is a beautifully designed 30-page PDF that outlines the exact steps they take every time they launch a mini-session in their neighborhood. You'll also find a mini-session contract and a document to help you streamline ordering appointments. The Blumes also have thoughtfully provided a folder of customizable design templates that you can use to announce or advertise your own mini-session. I got the Shutterfest show special of $80, for this wonderful resource. At even its full price, I would say this is a bargain because it will save you time and get you on your way to setting up your first mini-session.

While this post is really about the Blumes and the mini-sessions they offer, check out their fabulous wedding photography:

Do you want to learn about how The Blumes inspire their portrait clients to go from stiff poses to fun, interactive ones? Get their free e-book, “From Posed to Playful” now! Just sign up for their newsletter and they'll hook you up!

Do you offer mini-sessions? Are you profitable? Do you make $1500 per hour as well? Would you like to? Am I kidding … of course you do! Click the graphic below if you are interested in buying Maximizing Mini-Sessions: The Complete Kit.