[b]ecker workshop group photos

here's the bunch of us, both days.. thanks to [b]ecker for the photos! :)





good times!! :)

[b]ecker workshop + vanphotogs = AWESOME!

i'm so stoked how awesome the last couple days went.. [terribly sorry for those of you who were unable to make it..no really, i am! :)] it was a fantastic workshop...amazing food..superb networking and a whole lotta fun!

i've snagged a few different perspectives of the workshop from a few of the attendees blogs.. :)

totally love the shirt i had made for [b].. he has a fetish for rad shirts.. :)

again..thank you vanphotogs for making this a fabulous event! the next workshop for this year is in the making and will be announced soon! :)

ps - thanks to krysta, laura, jamie and katya for some fun pics!

upcoming stuff... || dates to mark in your calendars || vancouver photogs

happy new year! we are more than half way thru the first month of 2010...crazy!
here's some upcoming dates you may be interested in... :)

jan 20 - java times @ WAVES on commercial - 10 am
jan 25 - LightRoom workshop w/Gavin Seim - New Westminster (call 778-397-1449 for more info)
jan 26 - SMUG mtg at lynn valley library conference room - 7pm
jan 27/28 - [b]ecker workshop - we're sold out!!
jan 29 - post [b]ecker workshop lunch & shoot - 11:30 am - old spaghetti factory
jan 31 - fast track photographer vancouver mtg - ABC restaurant (Boundary Rd)

feb 7 - the two shots of photoshop tour - richmond, bc
NOTE: there will be NO java times in feb, due to the olympics. :)

mar 3- java times - @ WAVES on commercial - 10 am
mar 4-11 - WPPI - las vegas, baby!
mar 17 - java times - @ WAVES on commercial - 10 am
mar 21-23 - image quest (PPABC) - richmond bc

looking ahead...
july11-15 - image explorations - shawnigan lake, vancouver island
oct 30 - nov 6 - follow your heart...TO ITALY tour
 
and you can always find oooooooodles  of great workshops here:
vancouver photo workshops
focal point

if you know of any more that you think are interesting, please email us at info [at] vancouverphotogs [dot] com and we'll add it to the list!

oooooooooooooh, i think i see the sun.... YES! TTFN!

[b]ecker workshop - jan 27 & 28, 2010 || vancouver BC

(click image to enlarge)

REGISTRATION BEGINS FRIDAY, SEPT 25TH AT WWW.VANCOUVERPHOTOGS.COM

"the joy of marketing telesummit" for photogs || Sept 28 & 29, 2009

what?! 16 hours of FREE eduation from 16 of the industry's top photogs?

pretty sure you best sign up today! :)

click here!

Mitche Graf is coming to Vancouver || Sunday, October 4, 2009

Mitche Graf is coming to Vancouver to put on his Bootcamp.

You dont want to miss it..

This is what was written in the email from Technicare:


The world of professional photography has changed forever.....and either you change with it or you will be left behind to lick your wounds. Which will you be?

This fast-paced and high-energy seminar taught by one of the industry's most sought-after instructors, Mitche Graf, will teach you the best-kept secrets in the industry that top studios all around the world are using to generate staggering amounts of sales, and profits! In today's "digital" world, you must not only be a great photographer but must also be a master of selling, marketing and pricing as well.

MitcheGrafInternational Educator and best-selling author Mitche Graf has become one of the most sought-after speakers in the industry, and he brings more than 30 years of dynamic Sales and Marketing experience and 10 years of Studio experience to his energetic seminars and workshops. His unique style and energy has made him one of the most highly-acclaimed speakers in the world. Mitche's articles appear on a regular basis in the pages of Professional Photographer, Rangefinder, Image Maker and several other industry publications. He has been asked to give his programs in 42 states and 9 countries, and will be giving his high-energy program at several state, regional and national conventions throughout the coming year in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, New Zealand and Australia. His fun and creative style has catapulted his program onto the international scene.

In this intensive meat-and-potatoes program Mitche will teach you...

BOOTCAMP
SALES

* How to develop a sales system
* How to overcome any objection
* How to turn more phone calls into consultations and bookings
* How to double or triple your sales averages

MARKETING

* How to create "sure-fire" promotions
* How to develope a "hook"
* How to present a positive image
* How to create effective marketing pieces

PRICING

* How to create incentive-based price lists and packages
* How to develop an effective pricing strategy
* How to create "irresistible packages"
* How to calculate your breakeven point for your business
* Plus much, much more!

BONUS PROGRAM
As a free bonus, hear how the top photographers in the world are generating incredible sales with unique promotions and marketing campaigns that make the phone ring and their bank accounts sing! Learn the secrets behind the top 12 promotional campaigns in the world that generate over $5,000,000 in sales each year. Get your notebooks ready to do some serious writing!

You will not want to miss this program taught by one of the industry's favorite instructors. Mitche's humorous and light-hearted approach will keep you on the edge of your seats while at the same time teaching you the vital skills necessary in today's competitive world of professional photography.



* PPOC Members & Technicare Customers only $59.00 CND *
Register online at: www.mitchegraf.com

[b]ecker is coming || Jan 27 & 28, 2010

ITS OFFICIAL.

[b]ecker (www.blog.thebecker.com) is coming to vancouver for a one day workshop - 2 dates to chose from jan 27 or 28th.



book it off!

more details soon!

andre amyot - photocoach.com || workshop sept 21, 2009

contact email: info@gaborphotography.com
contact number: 778-397-1449

news re: JARED PLATT WORKSHOP

so this afternoon i posted about the lightroom workshop by jared platt that is in vancouver sept 10.

then i tweeted that he is looking for a venue and the person to "donate" their studio space would participate in the workshop for no cost.

jeanie of STUDIOjeanie has graciously offered her studio...yay!!!

but it gets better!!

there is seating for maximum 12 people..and the MORE people that sign up, jared himself has said you, the participants will get money back.

so...if you or anyone you think could use some great new skills regarding Lightroom, then THIS is the workshop you need to sign up for..right now. do it. go.. k go.. ;)

Lightroom Workshop by Jared Platt | Thursday, September 10, 2009

there's a lightroom workshop on thursday, sept 10 by jared platt. mmmm, ya that's what i just typed in the title of the blog. :)

details - check out the site - jared platt store

cost is only $300..check it out! seating is limited!

red leaf studios || workshop in victoria || september 2009

richard of redleaf studios let me know that they still have a few spots available for their victoria workshop.. please go to their website for more details!



www.redleafworkshops.com

APAC seminar - October 18 & 19

please see website for more details!

APAC - seminar with Daryl Benson

the [b]ecker is coming to calgary

hey van photogs..

thought this was amazing..$100 for a one-day workshop with the [b]ecker!
it's in calgary, yes. but with westjet's really cheap flights right now, it is still a killer deal to go!
and there are two dates to choose from - the sat or the sun.

click the link below to take you to the calgary website for more details.



more details

image explorations 2009

saw some chatter on the twitter waves today regarding image explorations 2009, held just north of victoria, bc on vancouver island.

not sure if they are full or not, but take a look at their webpage; they have kevin kubota and scott robert lim coming up. i think i even heard dane sanders was showing up for a day, but don't quote me. :)

IMAGE EXPLORATIONS 2009

they have a blog too - http://www.imageexplorations.blogspot.com/

and wait for it, wait for it..a facebook group. :)

IMAGE EXPLORATIONS ON FACEBOOK

NINJA WORKSHOP coming to vancouver

WITH DAVE & QUIN CHEUN OF DQ STUDIOS - JULY 27, 2009
check out website for more details.

http://www.ninjaworkshops.com