Texture Tuesday 4.28.09

This month’s textures are sponsored by our design team member, Carrie Bombria!

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Texture Tuesday 4.21.08

This month’s textures are sponsored by our design team member, Carrie Bombria!

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Designer Freebie

April’s Designer Freebie is courtesy of Kim Drury at MadiLu Designs.

Enjoy this 2×7 bookmark made just for new moms … a perfect leave behind at hospitals.

You can get this great freebie by clicking on this link.

http://www.sendspace.com/pro/x19s7a’

Be sure to check out the rest of Kim’s great templates in her store here as well!

Product Idea

Hooray for the arrival of spring! Speaking of arrivals, be sure to check out the latest products at Pink Ink just for baby! Capturing memories for new moms is such a big deal. Make her job (and yours) easier with these great templates from Pink Ink …

This Pink Love Canvas Template from Holly would be perfect for new baby girl.

http://pinkinkstudios.com/store/product.php?productid=818&cat=63&page=1

Traci has two great storyboards for little boys and girls.
So Very Sweet

http://pinkinkstudios.com/store/product.php?productid=856&cat=37&page=1

and Totally Adorable

http://pinkinkstudios.com/store/product.php?productid=857&cat=37&page=1

MadiLu Designs’ Stripes 8×10 storyboard will make a statement in a brightly colored nursery.

http://pinkinkstudios.com/store/product.php?productid=896&cat=41&page=1

Of course baby’s arrival wouldn’t be complete without the perfect announcement. Check out the announcements from Holly and Tegan.

http://pinkinkstudios.com/store/product.php?productid=476&cat=17&page=1

http://pinkinkstudios.com/store/product.php?productid=477&cat=17&page=1

http://pinkinkstudios.com/store/product.php?productid=700&cat=17&page=1

Want a repeat client? Create an album using images from baby’s newborn, 6-week, 3-month, 6-month and 1-year sessions. Use Amy’s Asuka templates for a classic 10×10 album.

http://pinkinkstudios.com/store/product.php?productid=673&cat=0&page=4

New Products

New logos from Kimberly of MadiLu Designs!

see more by visiting her store here.

And, from Amy Kant, some new brushes!

Texture Tuesday 4.14.09

This month’s textures are sponsored by our design team member, Carrie Bombria!

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April Poll

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Business Marketing tip

The number one marketing tip I have is to sell yourself. This works especially well for wedding photographers. A lot of us that are just starting out photographing weddings may not have the vast portfolio or confidence that is needed to book a lot of weddings in our area. That is where your business side and personality really need to come out. If the couple genuinely likes you, they will book you. I always ask the couple if they would like to meet for a consultation. This usually occurs at the coffee shop. Relaxed atmosphere, however, I always dress nice and never casual. I bring album samples and portfolios. All of my material is consistent and clean – and me! That is the second business/marketing tip: Be branded! Clean, consistent, organized material makes everyone feel comfortable and helps to recognize you. It shows you have it together. When all of this is in place you need to let your personality shine. Don’t push the big sale, just get to know them. Ask to see the ring, ask how he proposed, ask what other vendors they are working with. All of this builds a relationship and trust. Take the time to get to know your clients – whether it’s newborn portraiture or a wedding couple.

Business Marketing Tip

The number one marketing tip I have is to sell yourself. This works especially well for wedding photographers. A lot of us that are just starting out photographing weddings may not have the vast portfolio or confidence that is needed to book a lot of weddings in our area. That is where your business side and personality really need to come out. If the couple genuinely likes you, they will book you. I always ask the couple if they would like to meet for a consultation. This usually occurs at the coffee shop. Relaxed atmosphere, however, I always dress nice and never casual. I bring album samples and portfolios. All of my material is consistent and clean – and me! That is the second business/marketing tip: Be branded! Clean, consistent, organized material makes everyone feel comfortable and helps to recognize you. It shows you have it together. When all of this is in place you need to let your personality shine. Don’t push the big sale, just get to know them. Ask to see the ring, ask how he proposed, ask what other vendors they are working with. All of this builds a relationship and trust. Take the time to get to know your clients – whether it’s newborn portraiture or a wedding couple

New Products

A couple of quick items this week! I think we’ve all been fairly busy!

From Amy – a storyboard:

From Carrie – a new logo:

And, from Heather – textures & frames:

Be sure to check the “What’s New” section of our store daily!

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