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AUGUST 2015, NEWSLETTER
Meeting Information
BPPA Meetings are held the
second Monday of each month.
Der Dutchman Restaurant
3713 Bahia Vista Drive, Sarasota, FL 34232
Dinner and Program - $30 for Members and $45 for Non-Members
4:30 to 5:30 PM - Board Meeting
6:00 PM - Registration
6:30 PM - Dinner
7:00 to 8:00 PM - Program
8:30 PM - Meeting Concludes
If you are on the permanent RSVP list, you only need to respond if you are NOT ATTENDING. If you are not on the permanent RSVP list, you must email your RSVP by the Thursday prior to the meeting to attend. Click HEREto send in your response for the meeting.
No shows will be billed for the meeting, NO EXCEPTIONS PLEASE
...From The Editor
Dear Colleagues,
Another newsletter just for you. Do you have anything that you wish for us to publish, please don't hesitate to provide your text and photos that we can use.
Thank you, and keep on creating images. Maria Lyle, Newsletter Editor
Program Information
Jackson Koontz is owner of Action Jackson Productions, serving his clients with photography, video, and sound work. Born and raised in Ocala, Florida, Jackson graduated from Covenant College with a BA in Psychology, Sociology, and Youth Ministry and a BA in Biblical Studies, then continued his studies at reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, FL focusing on youth and education. He is currently President of the Florida Professional Photographers, having earned the Florida Service Award and Florida Education Degree, The Jim Abrisch Service Award, President’s Award, and twice the Outstanding Service Award.
“DIGITAL KILLED THE PHOTOGRAPHER†a generational study
The digital war is over but who exactly won? We are facing a whole new world where we are continually challenged with an ever changing market, new ideas and beliefs, and we now even live in a cloud… but how is that any different than before? Well, it happened 15 minutes ago and was so yesterday. This program is a light but serious discussion on how to understand the challenges the digital world has brought us and coming face to face with today’s consumer. We will look at the clash of the culture of yesterday and today, the accessibility and connectivity of the digital world and how this affects the photographic world. Understanding your market can assist you in dealing with the market.
CREATIVE QUARTERLY
The second Creative Quarterly Winner was Gigi O'Dea. The theme was "Squint Your Eyes, and Look Closer". Congratulations Gigi!!
The next Creative Quarterly competition will be in September. The theme is: "You can turn off the sun, but I'm still going to shine." For all the 2015 themes and winners, click here.
RSVP LIST
Don't want to hassle with emailing your RSVP for each meeting? Become a Permanent RSVP Member and skip the hassle.
As a Permanent RSVP Member, you will be added to the attending list on a monthly basis.The only time youhave to send in an email response is when you are NOT ATTENDING. Otherwise, there is nothing more you need to do.
2015 Board Of Directors
President - Donna Williams
Vice President - Carmen Schettino
Secretary - Jennifer Gerardi
Treasurer - Heidemarie Burke
Director - Gigi O'Dea
Director - Maria Lyle
Director - Connie Summers
2015 Committee Chairs
Membership - Gigi O'Dea
Program - Connie Summers
Salon / Archivist - Jennifer Gerardi
FPP State Delegate - Heidemarie Burke
House RSVP - Maria Lyle
Website / Social Media - Donna Williams
Marketing / Newsletter / Photographer - Maria Lyle
Welcome Committee - Pilar Ojeda Ferenos
In order to run a good organization, we rely on volunteers. These positions are greatly appreciated by all. A lot of our members double up on committees. We would love to have your assistance on any of our committees. You get to learn more about BPPA and get to know everyone even more! If you are interested, please contact our President, Donna Williams.
...From Your President
Donna Williams, Turner Photography
Hello Everyone!
All companies, big and small, should have a vision statement. And like any profitable business, a photography business requires unique intent, defined objectives and specific targets. You should have a vision statement and a business plan to map out the construction of your business. It will go a long way to achieving your goals.
Crafting a vision statement may sound like a corporate exercise, but the thinking that goes into those six or seven sentences is some of the most important things you will do for your company. While we know we need more clients, better clients, or both, we may not be aware of what differentiates us from the pack. That is what a vision statement defines. To create your statement, you need to mull over why people should buy my products and services. You need to ask yourself what you want to create in your business. And last, but not least, you need to ask yourself, what do I believe people can gain from my hard work as a photographer?
In nailing down the type of work and clients you want as well as the influential relationships you would like to cultivate, you become clearer about the work you should do. You will also be able to recognize the work you should not do because it does not fit into your ultimate vision. Also important, a vision statement gives your business a greater purpose than simply capturing still moments with a camera. Professionals are in it to win, not simply play with a camera. Don’t trust your business as if you are happy to wake up and take pictures.
If you have been to a networking event for a group of photographers, you know we all sound the same. Often the only differentiator is a person’s name, specialty and geographic location. And that’s a problem. With the growing amount of photographers entering an already crowded market, having a clear vision—one that sets you apart from the rest—is more important than ever.
A vision statement is almost never perfect on the first try. It’s the one thing an entrepreneur returns to time and time again. And that’s the beauty of it. As your business changes and as you learn and grow, your studio’s vision statement can be adjusted to reflect that new dream.
Finally, hard work on a vision statement not only helps you define your goals, it makes it easy to share those objectives with others in a brief manner. When others understand exactly where you are headed, they can contribute meaningful advice that may propel your business to even greater success!
I look forward to seeing all of you at the next meeting. Don’t forget to wear your name badge.
Thank you,
Donna Williams
Salon Jennifer Gerardi
I want to thank everyone who participated in last month's Salon and offer a hearty congratulations to the Best In Show winner Heidemarie Burke! Ourfirst places winners were Heidemarie Burke, Billy D, Gigi O'Dea & Jennifer Gerardi, congrats to all.
I hope all who watched learned a few things & enjoyed listening to our judges. It was our first fully digital salon where the scoring was done & uploaded LIVE so its only going to be smoother & better from here on out. I also want to thank Donna Williams for reading the titles, Carmen Schettino for subbing as one of our judges & Maria Lyle who helped me last minute with the scoring! It's so nice that we have people in our guild who care and are willing to pitch in when needed.
That's what makes our guild so awesome!
Please don't forget about print of the month.
Membership Gigi O'Dea
Welcome our newest members!!!!
Lisa Hlywa of Photography by Lisa E Lisa specializes in weddings and family portraits
website is: www.photographybylisae.com
Maggie Dillon of Maggie Dillon Photography Maggie specializes in boudoir, women's and couple's portraits website is: www.maggiedillonphotography.com
Victoria Dietz of Studio V Gallery Victoria is a talented artist and is just beginning her photography business.
Check her artwork on her website at www.studiovgallery.com
MEMBERSHIP DUES
Attention professional photographers in our local area that are not members of our organization! If you haven’t been to a BPPA meeting and want to check it out to see what we are all about, we would love to have you. It’s a great way to learn and keep up with what’s going on in the photography world, not to mention get to know other local photographers that you can collaborate with.
Monthly Fee (includes dinner and program)
Members: $30.00
Non Members: $45.00
For more information on becoming a member, renewing your membership,
or to attend one of our meetings as a guest, please contact our Membership Chair:
PLEASE SEND YOUR APPLICATION AND PAYMENT TO OUR TREASURER:
Heidemarie Burke
Photographic Images
7233 Summer St.
Englewood, FL 34224
Cell: 941.626.0572
Reminder
If you are a member, don't forget to wear your badge at the next meeting.
If you don't have a badge and need one ordered, contact Gigi O'Dea
Monthly Meeting Photos Photography by Maria Lyle
Photos from our last meeting. People had a lot of fun seeing the judges during Salon. You can also see the happy winners.
FPP News
Heidemarie Burke, Master Photog.
FOCUS Florida Convention, FOCUS, will be held August 29 - August 31, 2015 at the Florida Hotel, in Orlando, FL. Focus is a three day photography learning experience. Anyone can attend. For FPP Members, the registration fee is included with the membership. For more information, go to www.areyouinfocus.com.
Click and Cruise FPP'S Fall Seminar, Click and Cruise, will be held from November 2 through November 6, 2015. The Royal Caribbean departs from Port Canaveral for a five day cruise with stops at Nassau and Cococay. For details, call Kaye Newsome at 813.760.1933.
Assistant Services
Keith Baumbaugh, With several years of experience and always a willing participant.
Familiar with Canon, Nikon gear and various studio lighting equipment, Norman, Photogenic, White Light (Alien Bee), anything else, I can learn to use very quickly.
I am easy to work with and always enjoy working with other talented photographers.
Available on weekends and generally after 5:00 PM during the week
Please e-mail me with any of your needs so that I may add you to my schedule.
Billy Dzwonkowski,Highly educated in studio/onlocation lighting.
Cell: 941.301.1006 E-mail: bd1366@aol.com Facebook: Facebook Billy DzwonkowskiRecommend to message me.
Very familiar with Photoshop, creating wedding albums, composites, and could come to your studio for retouching services.
I know both Canon and Nikon, Prefer Nikon. Have experience with White Lightning, Alien Bees, Photogenics as well as Pocket Wizards.
Love, love photography and I love assisting.
Will be available upon request with ample notice.
Vendors
Financial Report
BPPA members, please note that all financial documents are available for inspection. Please contact our Treasurer, Heidemarie Burke, to view these reports. Thank you for your membership in our professional organization.
This Newsletter was produced by Maria Lyle. If you have some information that you want to share with your fellow photographers, click here. It will be posted on the next Newsletter.
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