We are so excited to be working with Lux on our workshop brand and custom forms, we happen to think that they might just be the most talented women on the planet. And if you have had the chance to work with them or use any of their products you already know just what an amazing company they are. That is why we are SO EXCITED to announce that Eva and Ashley have agreed to speak at the workshop about branding!! We are over the moon that have agreed to take time out of their extremely busy schedules to teach all of you the ins and outs of branding your business right from the start. Did we mention just how amazingly nice they are as well? Seriously, it is going to be awesome!! 

We have received a few emails about lodging so we thought we would answer some of those questions here. Lodging is not included in the weekend however, we have secured a group rate at a local hotel for $159 a night. Since it is walking distance to the venue and there is a free shuttle (and a super cool trolley)  there is no need to rent a car. Those of you who have already registered, should have received your welcome email with all of your transportation and lodging details. While you are not required to stay at the hotel we have chosen, we know that half the fun not to mention tons of learning happen in the lobby, bar, restaurants etc so we would love it if you stayed with us. We will be staying at the hotel and plan to be around for questions, chatting and cocktails. 

On another note, Kristie and her family left today for their big move to Seattle!!! Let’s all send out a big cyber hug to her and her family as they embark on this new adventure in their lives.

Top ten reasons to come to LAUNCH workshop

1.Umm, the weather. 70 degree weather in February? Who can say no to that?

2.The custom forms by Luxecetera …..need we say more?

3.Maybe just maybe, someone really fabulous will be coming to talk to you about branding

4.You get to hang out with a group of fabulous Photographers that share your deepest passion

5.Rumor has it there will be a really great shindig Saturday night

6.There will be really yummy food and drinks.

7.You might just learn something

8.A ride on the fabulous Ybor yellow trolley anyone?

9. Can you say door prizes?

And the top ten reason to come to Launch workshop is …….. Do you really need another reason?

*to ensure the highest level of attention to our attendees, seats are limited.

Jen Carl!!!

We could not be happier for our contest winner, especially since she told us she has never won anything in her life!! We also want to thank everyone who entered; the response to the contest was just amazing and humbling and we had so much fun watching the entries flood in! Registration will open tomorrow morning, November 2nd at 9 am. We are looking so forward to meeting all of you lovely budding Photographers!

Since I know we are all dying to know more about Jen we did a little interview with her this morning.

Where are you at in your photography journey and where do you hope to be a year from now?

Right now I am in the process of starting my own business. I have been a photographer since I was 5 and it most definately was my first love. I took classes in high school and read up on everything that I could over the past 11 years after. I am the one who takes the family photos for friends and family and even did a wedding for a friend who didn’t have the $ for a pro but never had the confidence or drive to start my own business. Finally when I had my son this past January, I found myself taking a million pics of him and being a mom now I wanted him to grow up seeing his mom do what she loves to do and not hating going to work at a job she cant stand.

What brought you to the Launch site and what did you think your chances of winning were?

I had seen it on creative mama and a mention in clickin moms and then I saw it on Joyce Smith Photography (Wordsmith) blog – I must admit, I stalk her blog – lol. I used to live in Philly and admire her work! So I thought since I keep seing this everywhere I would check it out. When I saw the contest I entered my name. Must have been fate:)

What are you most excited to take away from the workshop?

Everything. I checked out the itenerary and there is nothing I couldn’t benefit from. I am very excited how to learn how to not rely on my flash and use natural light more!

What is your favorite thing in the world to do?

Spend time with my family and take pictures of course! I also love to travel. It has tapered off quite a bit since I had my son, but I have seen so many amazing places and hope to start again soon!

If you could travel anywhere in the world where would you go and who would you take?

I would take my son to San Francisco – my other love, and absolutely Europe. I can’t even pinpoint a specific place – just all of it! The culture and archetecture and beauty is amazing.

Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?

Well I am quirky and love to have fun. I am a mom of a very busy 9 month old:) I have a wonderful husband who is extremely supportive, so I have to say that I am very blessed! I am a country girl all the way even though we live in the city now. My goal is to run a successful photography business.