I’ve been fortunate to be one of the presenters at Photographers Ignite the last two years. I can tell you it’s one of the most terrifying and enjoyable experiences I’ve ever had. Each year there’s been a great lineup and an audience that is so supportive. I just can’t say enough about how much fun… Continue reading »
Jan
30
Hands up who’s ready for Vegas!??
36 days to the start of WPPI! Who’s ready!? I’m ready for some warm weather! You’ve still got some time to get your entries into the 16×20 print and Album competitions! PLUS – there’s still time to enter your video submissions for photo ignite and 10!
Jan
29
I AM ALIVE.
Sue Bryce. My gosh, what can I say about her without sounding like I’m a gushing teenager? Sorry, I can’t! Two years ago we had lunch together when she was visiting NYC. I’ve been lucky to have so many people stop by on their visits through NYC. Lunch with Sue was a treat! I remember… Continue reading »
Jan
25
10! (WPPI Platform Contest)
Do you have what it takes to be the next WPPI speaker?! We think you do! We’re looking for 6 amazing people who would love the chance to be the next superstar educator at WPPI! To enter, all you need to do is shoot a short video less than 3 minutes in length, upload and… Continue reading »
Jan
24
Great blog post by The Photo Life!
Want to be entertained, educated, critiqued and applauded all in one sitting? Then by all means, get your work in order NOW, enter print comp NOW and save the date on your calendar to sit in on the WPPI Print Competition judging in Las Vegas the weekend of March 9 and 10. The Photo Life… Continue reading »
Jan
19
MGM Grand $129/night!
We’ve secured an extension on MGM’s room rate! $129 + taxes and no resort fees, plus you get complimentary in room internet, buffet voucher per night! If you’re like me having internet is a MUST, so that alone can be a huge savings! Not to mention the MGM Grand has just completed a $160 million… Continue reading »
Jan
17
The green monster lives! Simplicity rules!
Zack Arias and I have been friends for many years. A ten minute chat with him makes me want run back to my studio, lock myself in and shoot for 3 weeks straight. That’s the kind of inspiration he provides. He’s one of a kind, and I love how he not only approaches his art,… Continue reading »
Jan
17
Top knots! Deadline Extended to 1/29/13
It’s that time of year again and the deadline is fast approaching! The Top Knots contest has always been one of my favorites over the years, and I know choosing those images is hard work! One of my favorite parts was looking through all the images in the People’s Choice section, and voting for my… Continue reading »
Jan
16
Sometimes you gotta jump, just to see if you can fly!
Here’s two ladies I admire more than they know. Meet Lindsey Thorne and Karen Seifert. Lindsey is my former studio manager, and Karen is currently manning the helm at the studio day to day. Their job descriptions have included not just studio manager, but as my assistant/second shooter for weddings and events, as well as… Continue reading »
Jan
04
Do your homework!
It’s no secret there are LOTS of workshops, seminars and shoot outs to choose from at WPPI. This year we’re offering over 100 classes, so choosing can be overwhelming! I know from personal experience I used to hop from one class to another, and sometimes miss out on a class I should’ve attended. Finally, I… Continue reading »