AUGUST EXPOSURE

New Venue Confirmed!!

2011-07-25T00:51:00.001-07:00

Its....... the Watermark Surfers Paradise - yay!

August Exposure has changed venues this year. 2011 will be held at The Watermark Hotel, Surfers Paradise, opposite the Q1.

Different location and change is good for us to learn to adapt to new situations. You will bring the atmosphere and friendliness that is your August Exposure.

The room rates are much better for you.

The single bed and breakfast is $142 per night and double (two double beds) & breakfast is $159 per night.

Testimonials from past August Exposure participants

2011-06-19T00:03:00.001-07:00

"Thank you for organising the most valuable photography conference I have ever been to. Thank you for the friends I have made, and thank you for letting me go home inspired, motivated and excited"

"This is a fantastic seminar where the speakers are so giving of information. The best professional seminar in Australia. Period"

"Fabulous, exciting, illuminating. What a wonderful programme, speakers well done! Great to be a part of it"

This is just a teeny tiny portion of what August Exposure attendees have had to say about attending August Exposure.

Early Bird rate is $745 for 4 days of amazing speakers, inspiration and motivation.

Book now to avoid missing out.

Click on the registration form link above.

LAST DAY for Super Early Bird Registration

2011-05-30T21:30:00.000-07:00

Don't miss out on our Super Early Bird Registration of $710!

Call Debbie on 0412 679 017 for payment details and click the link above for your registration booking form.

August Exposure 2011 Speaker Spotlight - Heather Evans Smith

2011-05-26T02:14:00.000-07:00

Speaker Spotlight - Heather Evans Smith

“I want my photographs to tell stories. And I want stories that come from moments of life, like a still from an old movie. Movement and pain and the simple joys of being alive are frozen in time. Only a glance is needed to read the lines between people and find the story.”

Heather Evans Smith’s photographs reveal the magic in the everyday, opening a door to a world where cowgirl princesses and classical guitarists meet in the peculiar light of her imagination. Domestic scenes with a vintage flair give way to the warmth of a wedding Saturday, to images of friendship and new motherhood. Slices of life that might otherwise go unseen take shape through her lens, telling the subject’s story in an unexpected new way.

Smith’s work includes client, exhibition and commercial pieces and has been featured in both solo and joint exhibitions, various magazines, the book “In Her Own Image” and on book covers in the U.S. as well as Europe. Smith resides in North Carolina, USA.

Speaking at August Exposure 2011 on:

Conceptual Photography for You and Your Client
Join Heather as she discusses her progression into conceptual photography and how shooting for you can benefit shooting for others. Heather will also discuss idea boosters to overcome creative blocks, concepting with clients and making time for you.

http://www.heatherevanssmith.com/

Speaker Announcement!!!

2011-05-17T03:57:00.001-07:00

The lovely Robeccer McLean from Adori Studios

http://www.adoristudios.com.au

It's funny how mistakes actually shape our success and us as people.

It has been said that "character is what we are unobserved"; confronting your choices and their consequences as a business owner certainly builds character.

Robeccer will show you behind the closed doors and will share the mistakes that came with building a successful business and then making the career defining decision to uproot and move to a cooling and over serviced marketplace.

Hear how Robeccer's recent journey has redefined her brand, her approach, her connections and love for her clients and the industry as a whole.

Speaker Announcement VIII

2011-05-04T21:22:00.000-07:00

Speaker Announcement VIII

Wayne Radford

Speaking on "The Craft of Portrait Photography"
www.radfordphoto.com/
http://www.portraittipsandtechniques.com/2011

Speaker Announcement VII

2011-05-04T20:20:00.000-07:00

Nicole Boenig McGrade - Portrait Photography

"Dare To Be Different"
* Being a Professional Photographer requires elegance, grace
- and someone who gives a damn
* Exploring the power of a photograph
* Re-awakening your passion for photography

www.nicoleboenigmcgrade.com

Speaker Announcement VI

2011-05-04T19:00:00.000-07:00

Rob Heyman - Brisbane Family and Child portrait Photography by Rob Heyman

Speaking about:
* the devil is in the details
* what is the extra mile for awards
* what should be your standard

http://heymanports2.blogspot.com/

Speaker Announcement V....

2011-05-04T17:57:00.000-07:00

Susan Wall
Susan Wall Photography
How she has grown exceptionally fast, her mistakes and the things she would do again if starting out.
http://www.susanwall.com.au

Speakers for AE2011...... part IV (and final for tonight)

2011-05-04T03:58:00.000-07:00

Speakers for AE2011...... part IV (and final for tonight)

Deon and Natasha du Preez - South Africa
Wedding photographers
http://www.tphoto.co.za/

Speakers .... Part III

2011-05-04T02:33:00.000-07:00

Heather Evans Smith
Speaking about Concept Photography
www.heatherevanssmith.com

Speakers for AE 2011.... part II....

2011-05-03T21:51:00.000-07:00

Mercury Megaloudis speaking on Business
www.mega.com.au

Speakers for AE2011

2011-05-03T20:32:00.000-07:00

Our lineup is so good, we're going to drip feed you our amazing speakers' list, so you aren't overcome with the fabulousness of it all..... more details will be following soon...

First up...... drum roll.....

Lawrence Chan (better known as Tofurious) direct from the USA
www.tofurious.com
Social Media Guru

BE EXPOSED AGAIN !

2011-04-28T21:20:00.000-07:00

Welcome Back!!

We're so very proud to announce August Exposure for 2011.

We have 10 speakers this year. Once again we have had amazing support and ideas from our speakers. They are a wonderful collection of successful and sharing people.

This year, we have in store for you.....

Speakers from the United States and South Africa
Two wedding photographers with totally new presentations not seen before, fresh talent who are rising stars in the industry
A husband and wife team from South Africa speaking about wedding photography
One speaker on concept portrait photography
Three portrait photographers
A photographer speaking about the business side of photography
One social media speaker
The Shadow.....whose name will be revealed when he/she takes the microphone
A very special Sunday speaker, for anyone attending AE2011 or you are welcome to attend for just the afternoon if you aren't coming to August Exposure.

We have a few surprises being announced over the next few months:

Competitions
Socialising
Prizes
and don't forget.... the main prize at the end of the event worth around $1500, but peaked at $2000 last year. We'll see what it gets to this year.

Don't forget, the networking, the FUN and the laughter that we've had over the last two years.

Every year we get fabulous comments about how much August Exposure encourages, spurs on, boosts, invigorates and inspires everyone who attends.

Can't wait to see you in August!

The Portrait Doctor

2010-08-18T19:21:00.000-07:00

THE PORTRAIT DOCTOR
(STEVE SAPORITO)

Curing Portrait Studios across Australia from diseases photographers are suffering like:

Don't have enough client-itis
Client's just want to use gift voucher-itis
Can't afford the rent-itis
Don't have time to market-itis
Selling disorder
Phone-a-phobia

If pain persists, you need to see your doctor - the Portrait Doctor!

See you at your appointment at August Exposure

FINAL SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT!

2010-08-06T20:25:00.000-07:00

Janet Craig

P.P.P.

Photographing Portraits with Passion

and

Posing Portraits for Profit

Janet started weddings with her Mother, Shirley Gregory (a well known WA Photographer), at the age of 18. She extended this to photographing her own children, gaining unique perspectives and having huge amounts of fun in the process!

Janet purchased a 5 acre property 15 years ago where she runs her portrait photography studio. Premier Studio now photographs over 600 portraits a year.

Janet's seminar P.P.P. will include her knowledge of posing and photographing portraits to obtain a high average sale along with her business experience and her passion for photographing portraits.

Janet has maintained a professional image and quality product for the duration of her photography career. Premier Studio has weathered many storms, economic, image in the public eye, technical changes in photography: film to digital, constant evolution of equipment and work operations, and the constant evolution of the changing consumer ideas, wants and needs.

So much can be learned from Janet and her longevity. If Janet chose to continue for another 30 years, she would survive. If you are seriously in the business of photography, Janet will guide you with her successful strategies to be able to grow and change.

To see more of Janet's work http://www.premierstudio.com.au/

ANNOUNCING NEW SPEAKERS!!

2010-07-13T20:07:00.001-07:00

Let's Hear it for the Boys!

Wayne Radford and Rob Heyman

Wayne Radford and Rob Heyman have worked in the portrait and wedding industry for 60 years. IF you add both together. No they are not in their 80s.

They met in their careers and their dedication and attention to detail matched each others. They are friends who dare each other to do better, resulting in two successful businesses of 25 - 30 yrs, changing with the times and technology as if it was a new toy to explore.

Queensland pioneers of wedding photojournalism they have a wealth of knowledge to impart, knowledge that will stay with you forever. They are inspiration for generations of photographers to come.

WAYNE RADFORD

EXPOSE THE EMOTION

Wayne's photography from his early years is as relevant, compelling and timeless as his current work. Shooting 90% of his work in black and white, many of Wayne's portraits can be hung in anyones house as wall decor. You don't have to know the subject.

Wayne's exposure is always exactly correct, lighting is exemplary and he is the consummate professional. Wayne's imagery is stunning in its detail, his observations of human nature can be found in his images. He uses light to expose the emotion underneath, often undetected by the human eye.

Wayne will be teaching the way you can look for the emotion and use light to bring it out in your work. His techniques will help you have clients returning to you regularly for family portraits while launching you into your own natural style of photography.

To see more of Wayne's work http://www.radfordphoto.com/

ROB HEYMAN

AN HOUR BEFORE SUNSET

Rob will be talking about family portraiture this year. How to build up a family portrait and then relax it into our own Aussie style. How does he make families look so relaxed, as though he has just caught them out on a family walk or picnic.

Rob's techniques bring a total freshness in his ability to capture characters. He will teach how to achieve the flow between the light, the landscape and the family to create portraiture as human landscapes, breaking it down into bites of information you can easily repeat on your family sessions.

Photographers who attend Rob's workshops say they look for the 'Heyman Light' when shooting outdoors. Heyman light is his 'not so secret' strategy for success. Rob now photographs the grandchildren of his wedding and portrait clients from 30 years ago. Rob will also be covering some business points and professionalism.

To see more of Rob's work http://heymanports2.blogspot.com

ANNOUNCING SPEAKER # 6 - STEVE SAPORITO

2010-06-29T15:25:00.000-07:00

ANNOUNCEMENT SPEAKER #6

STEVE SAPORITO

Hands up who needs help with marketing???

Don't miss hearing Steve speak at August Exposure 2010. His candid discussion will give your clear direction on what to do when you get back to your own studio to increase your business.

In Steve's own words:

"Who would have thought all those years studying accounting and preparing financial statements and tax returns would finally lead me to owning a portrait studio, and finding my real passion in life, through Photography. I purchased my first studio from one of my tax clients over 15 years ago and have never looked back.

Since my departure from Accounting:

I have owned and operated multiple studios simultaneously in Melbourne

Set up, and coached numerous studios in Sydney, Brisbane, Surfers Paradise, Maroochydore, Adelaide, Melbourne, and Perth.

Developed an ongoing replicable process for running a successful portrait studio

Implemented strategies that take away the dips in the photographic year

Set up marketing, booking and sales strategies that have generated over $100,000 monthly income for a number of studios. This was achieved with current levels of staffing or in some cases, less staffing

Become a Certified Practitioner in Neuro Linguistic Programming

Most of my coaching clients actually have enough clients to make money. They have the leads and the bookings but their process lets them down.

This results in clients making appointments well in the future, clients not showing up to appointments, poor average sales, poor deposits left on orders, and a frustrated
team.

Developing systems that makes it all simple and in control will allow you to regain control of your business."

3 days left to pay for August Exposure and be able to claim it on this years tax

2010-06-27T15:44:00.000-07:00

Early Bird reduced registration of $750 is available until 31st July.

Be quick!

ANNOUNCING: Speaker #5 - Jan Ramsay and Mark Schoeman

2010-06-22T00:23:00.000-07:00

ANNOUNCING

SPEAKER 5

Jan Ramsay and Mark Schoeman

2 PHOTOGRAPHERS

2 BUSINESSES

1 STUDIO = MY PHOTO LOUNGE

Jan Ramsay from Eye on Photography & Mark Schoeman from Mark Schoeman Photography share the same studio at Hamilton in Brisbane. An interesting set-up but they still love each other on days that end in ‘Y’. Mark & Jan were initially home based with their studios before venturing into ‘My Photo Lounge.’

They both shoot weddings, portraiture and a variety or commercial and advertising assignments.

Jan is also on the QLD council for the AIPP as Education Officer where she visits colleges and Uni’s informing students of the AIPP benefits and Mark just tags along.

Together they will take you on a journey into their hearts and mind of business, love and laughter.

To see more of Jan and Mark's work

www.eyeonphotography.com.au

www.markschoemanphotography.com.au

LAST DAY FOR BEAT THE BIRD REDUCED REGISTRATION

2010-05-30T18:13:00.000-07:00

Can you believe its May 31 already??? Its technically winter tomorrow - where did that go?

Today is the last day for our Beat the Bird reduced registration offer of $720.

From 1st June the registration fee is $750 - which is still tremendous value.

Be quick and book to save $70 off the full registration price.

Only 6 days left...

2010-05-25T20:44:00.001-07:00

.... for you to get the 'Beat the Bird' reduced registration of $720 for AE2010.

Bookings are coming in thick and fast, so don't miss out!

Registration forms must be submitted and paid before 31 May 2010 to receive the discounted rate.

Be quick!

SPECIAL OFFER FOR FIRST 10 TO BOOK THIS WEEK

2010-05-16T18:37:00.000-07:00

What an opportunity - If you're one of the first ten people to book and pay your August Exposure 2010 registration by 5pm Friday 21st May 2010, you'll be able to upload up to 12 images to our panel of speakers for personal feedback.

Those who have already booked and paid are eligible too, so be very quick!

Incredible opportunity to have personal feedback on your work by our fabulous speakers.

Email info@augustexposure.com.au or call on 0488 430 440 for details.

Booking Form available HERE

ANNOUNCING: Steve Scalone - Lightroom & Photoshop Specialist

2010-05-11T19:40:00.000-07:00

ANNOUNCING SPEAKER #4

Steve Scalone

2009 Epson NSW AIPP Photographer of the Year

2009 NSW AIPP Commercial Photographer of the Year

Photoshop? Lightroom? Photoshop?? Lightroom??

Not sure how to effectively use these fabulous tools to give your clients the best possible product AND efficiently manage your time?

Steve Scalone will be discussing how using Lightroom and Adobe Camera RAW (Photoshop) will improve your workflow and allow you to have a finished product to show your client the quickest way possible.

Lecturing at NSW Tafe in these subjects, Steve will be showing both beginners and advanced users how to get the most out of these products in everyday studio life.

In addition to winning NSW most prestigious awards in 2009, Steve runs a successful wedding and portrait business, as well as a commercial studio AND a very high quality studio hire and event facility in Newcastle.

If anyone knows how to efficiently and effectively organise your digital workflow, its Steve Scalone. Amongst other topics, Steve will discuss:

Setting up for DAM (digital asset management) in both wedding and portrait specialities

Use of the brush and gradient tools on RAW images to make your images more saleable

Creating your own presets for use everyday

To see more of Steve’s photographic work and check out his studio hire facility:

http://www.chphoto.com.au

http://www.stevescalone.com

http://www.studio38.com.au

First Newsletter!!

2010-05-06T23:11:00.000-07:00

Yahoo!

Check out our first newsletter here!

The Lady in White

2010-05-04T14:29:00.000-07:00

The Lady in White

Simone Hankel is a lover of white. Her very successful studio in Adelaide is decorated in white and she photographs ONLY in black and white.

When people are afraid to stand out, Simone dared to be different right from the outset.

Simone has a unique style and has created a niche for herself in the market. She will share with us how you can do this and how to create a boutique studio.

Simone's planning and goal setting caught Rob and Shirl's attention and her ability to keep on going when the turmoil and bumps hit you.

Simone has a strong business model, a strong focus, and tries to maintain integrity and pride in her work and processes.

Simone will not only share her decision on why chose to shoot in black and white only, but will include goal setting, setting up a boutique studio, branding, time management and her business model.

'Following trends means you're having to reinvent too often, to the detriment of your business as you're only ever looking outwards at what everyone else is doing'.

Simone will be a leader for many years to come and both women AND men can learn a lot from Simone to carry you into the future.

To see more of Simone's work http://www.simonehanckel.com.au/

2010-04-28T01:01:00.000-07:00

SPEAKER #2

ANNOUNCING
CHRISTOPHER THOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY

Beautiful lighting, composition, environment, emotion, feeling....these are all the things you see and feel when viewing Christopher Thomas Photography. Their imagery inspires a visual, sensual and emotive state.

Chris and Michelle come from a theatrical background and this is the basis of their training in the 'art of anticipating the moment'. They use this skill to capture portraits for a wedding day or family portraits. They also bring people skills to the table with Chris' experience in the medical field and Michelle's experience as human resources specialist with Virgin Blue.

Chris and Michelle are admired by photographers for their professionalism and desire to deliver high quality imagery right from the birth of their business in 2005.

They will talk about moving strategically from a safe full time job to being in business, the trials and tribulations encountered in the process, but how they planned and strategised the process. Their ability to communicate with each other on a business level, yet maintain the balance of working together and being married to each other (and the birth of their first baby Maddie this year) is one to be emulated

'We will have a question and answer session for attendees to fire any question under the sun, from Photoshop to advertising and everything in between.

Continuing a lifelong passion for people photography, Christopher Thomas Photography was born in 2005. Our grounding was in live performance photography (which we still to this day work in), which trained us in the art of anticipating "the moment". We realised that this skill is paramount to the successful capture of a wedding day, or a family's portrait, and wanted to share this ability and passion with our clients..you."

Chris is an award winning, accredited AIPP professional photographer and Michelle is an AIPP emerging member, with a specialisation in photographing people, whether it be on their wedding day, or in a wonderful family portrait session.

Chris and Michelle have undergone intensive training in utilising natural light, and in the ability to recognise where the best light is in any given environment. A professional portrait is not just a "picture" of a person, but rather a conglomerate of proper lighting, composition, environment, emotion, and feeling, all rolled into one image. This couple create the quintessential professional portrait photos.

A humble couple, Chris and Michelle are future leaders of the industry and will continue to kick the goals.

Shirl and Rob have asked Chris and Michelle to speak to show how planning and strategising has fast tracked their business. Learn their business strategies, creative skills and be inspired.

To see more of Chris and Michelle's work

http://www.christopherthomas.com.au/

ANNOUNCING: Rocco Ancora - The Lightshaper

2010-04-21T00:30:00.000-07:00

MORE BREAKING NEWS!!
Rocco Ancora announced Victorian Professional Photographer of the Year 2010 - Congratulations!!

BREAKING NEWS

Rocco Ancora announced Victorian Wedding Photographer of the Year 2010 - Congratulations Rocco!

Being awarded a prestigious accolade such as the Australian Institute of Professional Photography’s Wedding Photographer of the Year once in a career is meritorious; to receive the award three times in a four-year span is a ringing endorsement of the high regard in which his peers hold Rocco’s craftsmanship.

Rocco Ancora claimed the AIPP award in 2004, 2006, and 2007 and he has also featured prominently in Wedding and Portrait Photographers International awards list.

Many of Rocco’s images are classical and romantic, exquisitely imbued with distinctive and evocative lighting and composition similar to that found in numerous wonderfully-crafted movies from the 1940s and ‘50s. It’s a look and feeling that Rocco strives for.

Rocco will be sharing with us how to shape light to achieve the romantic look he strives for. This is the first time Rocco has presented this information and he is looking forward to working with us.

Rocco sums up this aspect of his work: "When shooting at weddings, I look for moments that make me feel good inside and these are usually the same moments that make the bride and groom feel good. We’re all made up of life experiences and by being in tune with our own, we can then be in tune with theirs. Connecting with people is easy if they feel comfortable around you.”

Quite often, the most difficult part of being a "people photographer" is interacting with your subject and making them feel at ease. Creating and capturing the right expression is an art Rocco has mastered, and we will be allowed an insider's view of how he achieves such intimate, emotional images.

To see more of Rocco's work http://www.imagesbyrocco.com.au/

We're Back!!

2010-04-13T13:48:00.000-07:00

Welcome Back!!

We are announcing speakers or some news every week on a Wednesdsay - EVERY WEDNESDAY.

Yes, we're teasing it out :)

For any new people booking, you hear every speaker! You do not have to choose between speakers you want to listen to. You hear everyone.

We have 12 speakers this year. Once again we have had amazing support and ideas from our speakers. They are a wonderful collection of successful and sharing people.

Yes we have women speakers too. Portrait and wedding. No names yet but let us entice you...

Two leading wedding photographers with totally new presentations not seen before.
Two wedding studios, newish talent, who are rising stars in the industry. Haven't spoken anywhere before but they will after this
A photoshop and lightroom experienced teacher who will be presenting something for those new and experienced at photoshop.
Two experienced female portrait photographers with 10-30 years in business. They have distinctive styles and will be talking photography, workflow and business. Haven't spoken at AE before.
A marketing and business expert in the photography field. An awesome speaker we could listen to for a week. Will be giving guidance and strategies for us all to use through the different stages of business.
The Shadow.....whose name will be revealed when he/she takes the microphone.

We have a few surprises in store on top of this and will be announcing them over the next 17 weeks.

Of the twelve speakers, four are returning to August Exposure and 8 are new.

Don't forget, the networking, the FUN and the laughter that we've had over the last two years.

Every year we get fabulous comments about how much August Exposure encourages, spurs on, boosts, invigorates and inspires everyone who attends.

Can't wait to see you in August!

Browse below to see the 2009 Speaker List

Greg Dries: Master of Photography A.I.P.P.

2009-07-15T18:22:00.000-07:00

Business face constantly changing market forces, economic peaks and lows, changes in consumer behaviour, just to name a few.

Greg has been asked back not just because of the high demand from last year to bring him back, but he is a businessman who can position his business to be adaptable to all of these challenges and he is willing to share this with other photographers especially the "younger" businesses.

Greg is not only recognised for the creation of stunning portraits, he is also known as one of Australia’s leading educators of business and marketing within the portrait industry.

The simple fact is to survive in business: capturing & creating beautiful images, unfortunately is not enough

Greg will share with the audience some of the challenges & changes that his business, Moods Photography has faced & implemented over the past 12 months.

We need to know how to change with consumers changing demands.

What do you do if no business comes through the door for two weeks? How are you planning to survive and prosper over the next twelve months? Have you planned at all?

Of course you have a plan set out for marketing, unexpected challenges, for every month ahead for 6 months and are starting to plan for 2010.

No? Ouch.

Greg can guide you on tackling the problems ahead considering all the elements that affect photographers in business.

Be prepared Be successful.

moodsphotography.com

Maternity and Newborn Portrait Specialist

2009-07-02T21:48:00.000-07:00

Drumroll.....

We have much pleasure in announcing Julie Ewing as our specialist Maternity and Newborn Speaker for August Exposure!

Julie Ewing, mother of 2 and director of an all female fabulous team at Lifeworks Photography in Melbourne has been putting her subjects to sleep for years, and what’s more hoping they stay that way….. at least for more than 1/60 sec!

Called the “baby whisperer” by many and constantly offered a babysitting job on the side due to her patience and sleep inducing skills, Julie has been soothing, calming and photographing newborn babies for the past 10 years and along the way has achieved some awards for her work.

From the nurturing beauty of a pregnant belly to the delicate miracle of a new baby her passion is to capture these precious moments that too soon pass us by.

Julie will talk us through the delights of Photographing Pregnant women, and then being poo’d and spewed upon by their bundles of joy…. How the mountains of washing after a newborn session and the smell of vomit on your shoulder are far outweighed by the immense personal satisfaction and pleasure of knowing you have taken unbelievably beautiful images that are going to bring tears of indescribable joy to your clients eye’s.

"A client places incredible trust in us to handle their most precious cargo, whether it be during pregnancy or their tiny fragile baby held in our hands. We are honoured that we are allowed this intimacy and bestowed with such faith. This is something we as photographers need to be constantly aware of and in return provide them with the ultimate experience and results."

www.lifeworksphotography.com.au

The Shadow is spotted!!!

2009-06-16T00:03:00.000-07:00

It's a lonely way to the top.

But he finds ways to amuse himself.

2009-04-01T07:41:00.001-07:00

2009 SPEAKERS

Ian Wilkinson, Suzette Nesire, Marcus Bell, Anie Zanazanian, Rob Heyman, Wayne (Gundy) Pratt, Greg Dries and Wayne Radford (Wayne Radford and Greg Dries back due to huge demand).
Four more to be announced at a later date. They are good...do you trust me?

Mystery Speaker
Our first surprise is a mystery speaker. You have to be at August Exposure to find out who this special speaker is.
Let's call this speaker The Shadow. The Shadow's topic will be: 'So you want to open a studio?'

The Shadow has many successful years of experience in the photography industry and in business. The Shadow has noticed that everyone wants to open a studio these days, rather than working from home. The Shadow has walked this path and wishes to help photographers with the hidden dangers and the benefits of buying or renting, renovating or designing your own studio. Where do you get the money to create your studio? How much money? Buying versus renting property. Renovate or start out fresh? Should you buy an established
studio? How do you make the studio pay for itself? How will you market it?

The Shadow is everywhere, listening to market and studio trends, preparing to help you.

By The Way...Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?

* He is not a photographer.

* He was not born wealthy.

More to come on this subject......

Anie Zanazanian

BRANDING - Stand Out, Not Up!

Anie has been in the wedding photography industry for a number of years and shares with Yervant Zanazanian a love and devotion to the craft and the profession. While Anie does not pick up a camera professionally, (maybe a video camera now and then), she is 50% of the reason for Yervant's success in business. Anie is a role model to every woman in the business and to most of the
male photographers as well. She is respected and admired all over the world.
Anie will talk about their boutique studio mindset, their reasons for this pathway even in today's economic doom and gloom. WHY status is important in the industry, how it works for them, where will it head next... what it takes to BRAND and yet remain approachable for all markets. Marketing that keeps on selling even when you stop.

Suzette Nesire

Childrens photographer

Suzette, based in Malvern, has won many awards, earned her Master of Photography with AIPP and has spoken in Australia and at WPPI in America.
Suzette is vivacious and fun, as energetic as the children she photographs, and open to all opportunities. Suzette will inspire and motivate you. Her attitude and craft has built a successful
business for ten years. Suzette will share how to achieve success and create a well known and respected childrens photography studio. 'What is a picture worth a thousand years from now.'
www.suzette.com.au

Ian Wilkinson

Weddings

Ian has been shooting weddings for 16 years and won over 60 national and international awards in 5 Years. The majority of Ian's photography comes from the opportunities that present themselves at the wedding. Ian's love of the photojournalistic style has created his own unique style. His timeless imagery strikes a refreshing balance between the romance of the day,
the family values and traditions, and the fun and integral events of the day. Ian will share his own professional values and methods to help you create the photography style you wish to find.
www.ianwilkinson.com.au

Wayne Radford

Classical Portraits

Wayne has spent thirty years creating the most beautiful classical portraits that have earned him a spot at the top of Australian photography. Those that were at AE last year will appreciate that statement. Wayne has totally new slideshows and will educate you in the finer points of true professional portraiture.

This is a must for all wedding and portrait photographers.

http://www.radfordphoto.com

Marcus Bell

Weddings

Marcus's motto for his Studio is 'Bringing Photography to Life'. Last year at August Exposure Marcus released his latest ideas and innovation that he had not shown before. This year he is prepared to surprise and delight us once again .
Marcus will share his knowledge, his art and his love of life and family. 'Great images, presented well, can affect the human senses and stir the human spirit'. We suggest you bring the tissues.
www.studioimpressions.com www.studioimpressions.com/blog/

Wayne Pratt

A country photographer building an Image.

We met Wayne 'Gundy' Pratt at August Exposure last year. Rob and I have known Gundi for 3 - 4 years when he was the quiet isolated country photographer. Gundi has studied and honed
his photography to create his own unique style. Last years attendees have asked to see where Gundy is 'one year later'. Wayne will share his journey over the last year as he has faced the same challenges every photographer faces with a uniquely country twist. Country photographers or small town photographers face isolation and have no benchmark to measure where they are in their business.
Wayne has proved that by getting out and mixing with photographers from all over Australia, he can look at his business with a different set of eyes. What has he gone through and where is he now?
Most of all.....what is he wearing? Last years attendees witnessed the birth of the new Wayne Pratt, but has he maintained the new image?
www.wayneprattphoto.com.au

Next week there will be more information about Wayne Radford and Greg Dries plus some images from the speakers and maybe a photo of The Shadow.

2008-09-03T20:57:00.000-07:00

IMAGES FROM LAST YEAR.

Above and below: Yervant's night wedding shoot.

Time to bring out the professional gear.

Only those who were there will know what has just happened!! Don't tell anyone. Remember, I know where you live!

2008-09-03T05:57:00.000-07:00

What a week!!! We have just returned from our inaugural AUGUST EXPOSURE. Inaugural means "the First One" so, yes, it will be on again next year. Most of the attendees from this year have already booked verbally, so it looks like next year will be bigger and better. Same location, some of the same speakers and a few really good new ones. (I'll drop names later)

I have added a number of images that I hope will not embarrass too many people. (There were others)

Part of Yervant's presentation was out in the grounds of the resort, using the most unlikely locations, but posing and lighting our bride in a way that brought gasps from the audience.

SeaWorld arranged for all delegates and their families to visit the Shark Display before the Park opened on Tuesday morning.

Radford, Heyman, Pratt, Bell and Wilkinson in the Waterfall restaurant for lunch.

Greg Dries enjoying an embarrassing moment.

The facilities at SeaWorld resort are second to none. Our gourmet barbecue was held in the Waterfall restaurant near one of the pools.

2008-09-02T04:40:00.000-07:00

With 120 people at one of the most exciting venues we could find, the stage was set to establish new standards in photographic seminars.

AUGUST EXPOSURE

New Venue Confirmed!!

Testimonials from past August Exposure participants

LAST DAY for Super Early Bird Registration

August Exposure 2011 Speaker Spotlight - Heather Evans Smith

Speaker Announcement!!!

Speaker Announcement VIII

Speaker Announcement VII

Speaker Announcement VI

Speaker Announcement V....

Speakers for AE2011...... part IV (and final for tonight)

Speakers .... Part III

Heather Evans SmithSpeaking about Concept Photographywww.heatherevanssmith.com

Speakers for AE 2011.... part II....

Speakers for AE2011

BE EXPOSED AGAIN !

SPONSORS

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FINAL SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT!

ANNOUNCING NEW SPEAKERS!!

ANNOUNCING SPEAKER # 6 - STEVE SAPORITO

3 days left to pay for August Exposure and be able to claim it on this years tax

ANNOUNCING: Speaker #5 - Jan Ramsay and Mark Schoeman

LAST DAY FOR BEAT THE BIRD REDUCED REGISTRATION

Only 6 days left...

SPECIAL OFFER FOR FIRST 10 TO BOOK THIS WEEK

Booking Form available HERE

ANNOUNCING: Steve Scalone - Lightroom & Photoshop Specialist

First Newsletter!!

The Lady in White

ANNOUNCING: Rocco Ancora - The Lightshaper

We're Back!!

Greg Dries: Master of Photography A.I.P.P.

Maternity and Newborn Portrait Specialist

The Shadow is spotted!!!

Heather Evans Smith
Speaking about Concept Photography
www.heatherevanssmith.com