Heather Rivlin Photography

Little Miss C has a soft spot in my heart.  Not only did I just photograph her this past fall with her older sister, and younger brother for their home’s wall portrait galleries and holiday cards, but I had the pleasure of photographing her as part of the Mother’s Day Mini Sessions in her communion dress.

Miss C had her first communion last month, and was so excited to wear this dress, and can you blame her, it is GORGEOUS!  I would have felt like a princess, and spent the day just spinning to balloon the skirt (she said she did that a few times too - hee hee). 

It was a priority for mom to have some images with the dress, so we started with that, and progressed to some fun, funky, fashion images, because like her sister, this little one has an eye for all things fashion

 I will have more to share from this session, but this was the first one I opened, because I knew I was going to love it as soon as I clicked the shutter….you just feel it

She made me the cutest little necklace in preparation for her session, and presented it to me as we were set to begin.  As a mother of three boys, it is not often (or ever really!) that I have handmade jewelry and necklaces made for me, so I was overjoyed, and have been wearing it proudly ever since! 

 Thanks C for just being you….and remember - the middle child of the family has a special place…your brother and sister are just the bread of the family sandwich….the middle filling is always the tastiest part

I am thinking of renaming this workshop PHOTOPALOOZA because it is really jammed full of information on EVERYTHING photography related from shooting, skills, lighting, business, pricing, marketing, product line organization, sales and more.  It really *could* be a 3 day workshop - easily!!

This workshop is intended for beginners and established professionals alike.  If you are just starting out in business and worry that the class will be too advanced, PUT AWAY that thinking, because it is for EVERYONE.  You can either start your business and fumble along the way, making mistakes and learning as you go, or you can attend this workshop and learn the ins and outs NOW and know what to avoid when it comes to setting up your product line, your price list, your business structure etc.

We will be photographing live models and every workshop is TAILORED to the group for THAT weekend.  If you are interested in learning more about newborns, we will do our best to  have a newborn model.  If you are interested in toddlers, we will get one of those too, but rememer to bring your running shoes, your patience and an open mind

Registration opens TODAY for this workshop, so give me a call or send me an email and we can get you registered.  I cap the Be Inspired workshop at 12 participants, and the interest in this workshop is BIG, so call early to book your space!

Looking forward to another great weekend!  Check the archives to the left under workshops to read testimonials from past workshops, check out the images, and what others had to say!

 This workshop is offered twice a year only, so if you’ve missed it before, jump on the bandwagon!

Be Inspired Workshop
Workshop dates: Saturday July 25th and Sunday July 26th, 2009
Workshop Time: 9am - 5pm
Workshop Location: The Loft Studio of Heather Rivlin Photography

Cost of attendance: $975.00
Early bird Registration (before June 15th) $875.00

Catered lunch is provided on both days
Parking is available on site
Comprehensive Workbooks are provided to avoid extensive notetaking
Refreshments and Snacks provided
Studio Model Shoot with demo and participation

The class will be limited to 10 participants, and details on what is included, what we will be covering, and the awesome prize giveaways and swag bags are all detailed here!

What you will learn:

-How to work with children at every stage of their development
-How to capture beautiful images at every session
-Marketing your business and establishing your reputation
-Finding your target market, getting there, and staying there
-Establishing the value of your work
-Digital workflow:  An introduction to light room with special guest speaker
-Studio lighting basics for newborn, child, baby and maternity photography
-Projection sales (1/2 day on day 2)
-Discussion about various products, vendors and where to buy beautiful products for your clients

You will receive a workbook for you with all of the days’ information to reduce the need to write - just watch, learn, and take small notes when needed.

A catered lunch will be provided both days, as well as snacks (because learning brains are hungry brains!) and refreshments.

You will be provided with a parting gift bag containing some complementary photography products courtesy of my sponsors, a CD with my personal photoshop actions, price lists, templates, and order forms which you can customize for your business use, some coupons and discount codes for some of the products I offer, and a few little surprises thrown in!

This is your chance to….PICK MY BRAIN!

The cost of the two day workshop will be $975 plus GST.  Early bird discount is $875 plus GST if registered before June 15th, 2008

For those traveling to attend, there will information provided on local hotels emailed to you, as well as maps for your convenience.

To register for this workshop, please either call the studio at 416-782-6482 or email me at heather@heatherrivlin.com.  As a professional photographer, your workshop fees are tax deductible, and you will recieve an invoice upon registration for your records.

 Read some testimonials from past attendees: 

“Thanks for a GREAT workshop. I had a blast and learned so much!”

“Thanks for the weekend.  I had a great time and am now getting things into
place for my business.  Yippee!!  I’m holding on tight….I think it’s going
to be a crazy ride!”

“I just wanted to let you know that I had an amazing time.  You have given us a gift that is so invaluable, the ability to believe in ourselves.  I believe with your information, I can take my business to the next level. Thank you!”

“Thanks so much for a wonderful weekend.  I thought the workshop was nothing short of fantastic, every bit of it”

“That was hands down the most fun I’ve had in a long time.  You really know your stuff, and I can see why your business is a success.  I appreciate the opportunity to learn from you, and thank you for being so open to helping others succeed!”

Some blog postings from previous members about the workshop:

http://www.ladybugphotos.ca/blog/?p=398

http://karenhunter.typepad.com/karen_hunter_photography/2009/01/back-from-the-workshop.html

http://donnaryanphotography.typepad.com/donna_ryan_photography_bl/2009/01/welcome.html

http://rhphoto.typepad.com/michelle/2008/07/oat-aboot-in-toronno.html

To view the complete agenda for both days, please email me at info@heatherrivlin.com

Looking forward to another inspirational weekend!

To register, email above, or call the studio at (416) 782-6482

**Registration is not open to studio owners operating a business within 2o0km of Toronto**

A friend of mine sent me a link the other day, and I thought I would share it here in the event that my readers enjoy a good hunk-o-steak

Not being a meat-eater, I can only rely on the reports I’ve read that this steakhouse ROCKS the socks off of any other steak eatery around….something about searing the steaks to keep the juices in and then something about lots of butter…..sinful I suppose.

For a limited time, Ruth Chris steakhouse is offering 50% off gift certificates of $88 for $44.  Might be a nice gift for someone for Father’s Day….a nice coronary-inducing steak always tells a man how much you love him

Here’s the link!

http://www.ruthschris.ca/email/GC/index_ca.html

As you know, I;ve been running a contest for two months for clients to refer friends and receive a chance to win a photography prize valued at $6000.00!!

 That’s right!  All people had to do was refer their friends, and based on the number of referrals, and the kind of session their friends booked, they were eligible to receive ballots for a draw which took place this morning at 9:00am!

I have been so excited for this moment, and judging by the number of emails I’ve received from so many of you asking “am I in the lead?”, “do others have as many ballots as me?” , and “are my chances good!??” I can see many of you have been excited too!

So, without further ado…..the winner of the Spring Photography Mania contest is……

Katy Martin of Oakville Ontario!!!

Katy has won a year of photography with Heather Rivlin Photography which includes 5 photographic sessions over a 24 month period, a 10×10 fine art custom photography storybook featuring her family’s images, a 20×24 gallery wrapped canvas of her choice, a portfolio box full of 30 matted images in a gorgeous custom-printed silk cover!

I called Katy first thing this morning to let her know that she won, and she had a little surprise of her own! They are expecting!!  I guess those 5 sessions will come in SUPER handy for the newest member of the Martin household!  Congratulations Katy on your pregnancy news, and on winning the contest!

Katy has referred 14 friends over the past two months, including family, co-workers, and pretty much anyone she could strike up conversation with!

Thanks Katy for being such an ambassador for Heather Rivlin Photography, and I look forward to a great set of sessions with your brood (yup, she’s got 4 kids, and one on the way!)

Due to the popularity of this contest, I will be running it again this summer, so stay tuned and start thinking of friends and colleagues to share your love of photography with!