Gina Davison Photography: January 2011

I just returned from three days of inspiration and learning at Imaging USA, the annual conference for Professional Photographers of America. I expected to hear some great speakers, but quite unexpected was the tears running down my cheek during the seminar presented by celebrated photographer David Williams, http://www.davidanthonywilliams.com/. He presented very little specific instruction on techniques or marketing, but I came away from his presentation with more ideas for my business than any other speaker there. He talked about the importance of what we do as photographers, capturing moments in life that have meaning to our clients. When you visit his page, view the slideshow at the beginning and read his quotes. Pay special attention to the 15th photo in the slideshow, the one of the little girl hugging her father's arm while he looks off into the distance. Why is this photograph so important? It may not be to the casual viewer, but this little girl will carry this image with her for the rest of her life. Her father was recently killed in Afghanistan. Photographs are all she and her mother have left of him. Think about that the next time you avoid getting your photo taken with your kids.

Changes

I'll be implementing some changes in my business over the next couple of months. I will no longer be offering just the CD. I have struggled with this for some time. I feel so strongly about my clients having something they can see and touch, something tangible they can share with those they love. The CD will only be available bundled with a print or album purchase. I'll announce other changes as they are made through out the year.

Contest: What is your most cherished photograph?

Send a copy of your most cherished photograph by Valentine's Day, February 14th to ginadavisonphotography@yahoo.com, along with a brief two paragraph summary of why you cherish that particular image to win a $125 gift certificate to Gina Davison Photography. A second place winner will receive a $50 gift certificate. Photos may be personal snapshots or professional images. The images and descriptions will be posted here on my blog. I will be choosing the best story submitted. Comments posted on the submissions will be used to help me determine the winner, so get your family and friends involved! Winner must be from the San Antonio, TX or Hillsboro/Wilmington Ohio areas or able to meet up with me at one of those locations. Ohio folks, note I only get up that way once or twice a year so please keep that in mind when entering.