I remember the first e-mail that I ever got asking me “how do you do that?” I laughed and thought…are you seriously asking me this? I responded promptly with an extensive explanation and then kindly thanked her for thinking enough of my work to want to know “how I did that.” Soon enough those similar types of e-mails came more often. I always did my best to respond…I still do! But, as my business has continuously grown, I have found myself feeling guilty for not having the time to adequately respond to each e-mail. I wasn’t sure what to do about that because I never want people to think that I am being rude for not responding with a complete explanation. So, I started a “feeler” poll regarding a one on one workshop. Were people genuinely interested in what this little ‘ole Southern Gal does? To my delight the repetitive answer was yes!
So, after careful consideration and several “you must” persuasive e-mails, I ultimately decided to create a one on one {Walk The Shot} workshop for anyone interested in learning to do what I do. That said, I am…in no way…claiming to be anything that I am not! I am genuine, honest and upfront about how I got to where I am today. I am a self taught photographer driven by a fierce obsession to deliver the best images that I know how to my clients who have entrusted me with the most precious moments of their lives. I have a passion for photography and a steadfast determination to succeed. Those things coupled with incredibly hard work has gotten me where I am today. I will share with you things that I have learned…both the easy way and the hard way. This is a workshop for photographers who enjoy my personal style and would like to work one on one with me to see how I do what I do.
The itinerary for the day will consist of the following aspects…
• Initial meet and greet over brunch (my treat, of course) and for you traveling folks…some sweet tea!
• Introduction to the {Walk The Shot} workbook.
• Q&A session for you to pick my brain about whatever it is that you would like to know about my style, workflow, business strategy, clients expectations and relations, experiences, weddings, blogging, shooting preferences…whatever you want to ask…my undivided attention is 100% yours for the day!
• Shooting a complete session…either one of yourself or a stand in model…your choice.
• The why’s, how’s and strategy behind the process of the session start to finish including (but not limited too) exposure, aperture, layering backgrounds, composition, posing, natural lighting and shooting RAW.
• Dinner and follow up discussion about the day.
• Back to my office. Edit your session, step by step, right alongside me…from SOOC to print ready images.
• Take your 10 fully edited favorites (along with the additional unedited images) home on disk with you for your own website, Blog, Facebook.
• Last but not least, take home a super cool swag bag from the most awesome Sponsors! Believe me when I say you will LOVE this!!! How do I know that? Because I only accept sponsorships from companies that I actually use in my own business.
I can’t wait to share my experiences and “my way” of shooting and post processing with many of you! If you decide that this is something that you would like to pursue you can Email me to request the detailed online registration form. I can’t wait to hear from you!
Just sent you an email for information – I am VERY interested in the workshop! :)
Dawn,
What an awesome idea and opportunity for you, and others. Any photographer that spends a day with you will definitely come away stronger and more skilled. Props to you for your courage and motivation. Thanks for the inspiration!
Dawn, Anyone would be lucky to get to shoot with you for the day. I still remember the things you said and did when we were shooting in TN. I’m so excited that you’re going to be the speaker at Phaunt this January. Talk about starting the new year off right!!! And yes, I will have my sweet tea while at the computer. ;)
You go girl! Awesome to see another photog sharing their heart to help better this industry!
Good luck with your newest venture!
I’m so looking forward to you being our speaker next month. Since I can’t fly down to snap up one of your days, I will content myself with this!!!
way to go Dawn, can’t wait to see January VIP Speaker to check ou your brain
merry christmas
Exciting news! Congratulations!
Iam so excited for you!!! You’ve come a long way and you do an awesome job!! Wish i was getting married again cause i would of loved you to of done the pictures!!! Best of luck to you and yours
Congrats..can not wait until January!!!
How exciting and what a great idea. Best wishes in your new adventure, Dawn.
Dawn you my friend are a GENIUS!