INTRODUCING…
AN IN-PERSON, INTERACTIVE, 3-DAY WORKSHOP
for wedding photographers who want better clients and a better way of doing business
for wedding photographers who want better clients and a better way of doing business
Feel like you’re stuck in a loop, chasing higher prices and more bookings just to keep up?
YOU DON’T HAVE TO RAISE YOUR PRICES, OR SHOOT MORE WEDDINGS, IN ORDER TO MAKE MORE MONEY.
YOU DON'T HAVE TO RAISE YOUR PRICES OR SHOOT MORE WEDDINGS IN ORDER TO MAKE MORE MONEY
Learn how strategic brand alignment and story-telling can be the answer to your business success.
ARE YOU HITTING BURNOUT?
You get a camera, take amazing pictures, realize you have a good eye, charge for those amazing pictures, get more experience, raise your prices, book more shoots…and then you ache for the day you can get a weekend back to be with your family and friends.
And if that’s you, it’s not your fault.
What if I told you that there is another way — a more sustainable way — to grow your business as a photographer?
Because this isn’t just a side hobby. You’re here to make a living—a good living.
We are going to show you a different way—a way that gets more value out of every picture you take.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
VANESSA JOY
Vanessa Joy is a professional NJ, NY and TX wedding photographer with an emphasis on photojournalistic wedding photos, creating a unique boutique experience.
Vanessa has over 20 years as an experienced photographer and is sponsored by Canon and Profoto in recognition of her international success as one of the world’s top photographers.
MEREDITH RYNCARZ
Meredith Ryncarz is a Savannah based wedding photographer serving classic couples hosting luxe celebrations and discerning destination weddings from coast to coast.
A former college professor, her art acts as a visual anchor point in family legacies—allowing couples to retell stories, relive revelry, and remember their “why” at a single glance.
IN THIS NEW APPROACH:
- YOU SERVE YOUR CLIENTS BETTER
- YOU GET PAID BETTER
- YOU GET YOUR TIME BACK
- YOUR PHOTOS WILL BE SEEN MORE
- YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY WILL BE MUCH MORE IMPACTFUL AND LASTING
You’ll get your life back and attract clients who value your photography more. Clients who want the things you offer and that value your time.
No matter where you are on your photography journey, whether you “shoot and burn” or sell products, this workshop is for you. You are “hooked” on photography, but want to boost sales, save time with more efficient workflows, and have the best clients with simple marketing.
Sound like the dream you have been waiting for?
BOOST INCOME WITHOUT BURNOUT
There is another way to make more money by making the most out of every wedding…without giving up more weekends away from friends and family.
DURING THIS WORKSHOP, YOU WILL
- Increase your revenue
- Find higher-end couples
- Boost your portfolio
- Stand out in your market
- Implement best practices
…all while helping your clients (and future clients!) preserve, cherish, and pass down those memories to their kids, grandkids, and future generations.
RISE IS FOR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS WHO…
- Want to grow their business, without trading time for money
- Are done spending all of their weekends away from friends and family
- Don’t want to hit burnout from shooting more weddings
WHAT MAKES RISE DIFFERENT?
Become a full-service wedding photographer that sells products so you can grow and improve your business without sacrificing all your weekends.
You’ll learn from two top wedding photographers who have two totally different perspectives on this same business model – so that you can take and adapt what will work for YOU and your business.
HERE’S HOW WE’LL DO IT!
BUILD YOUR PORTFOLIO…
…by photographing a styled wedding while working with Vanessa and Meredith to elevate your skills. We want you to get experience, improve your craft, and be supported along the way…not just have theoretical knowledge.
…from two successful wedding photographers who have the same business model but execute it differently so you can adapt what makes sense for your business. This is the power of perspective: there are lots of ways you can do this and be successful.
…of other wedding photographers, vendors, and planners in the wedding market. Past attendees have become second shooters for each other, they’ve helped each other grow their businesses, and they have provided the kind of feedback and accountability that pushes your business forward. Expanding your network grows your business.
…while pricing with integrity. Find the right-fit clients who value your work, are enjoyable to work with, and are not seeking discounts. We will demonstrate and practice in-person sales so you learn what key phrases to say and gain confidence in new sales skills that feel good to you.
…when you help them fall in love with the products that they can’t get anywhere else. It feels so much more fulfilling knowing that you are preserving their memories in print. When your photos are displayed, they also become marketing pieces for you. Anytime the client or a guest in their home flips through their wedding album or sees your work displayed, it showcases your work and can be a natural referral.
…while the instructors are on hand to help guide you and answer the questions that inevitably come up.
…in our small class sizes to ask in-depth questions, receive specific answers, and have an interactive experience.
BUILD YOUR PORTFOLIO
…by photographing a styled wedding while working with Vanessa and Meredith to elevate your skills. We want you to get experience, improve your craft, and be supported along the way…not just have theoretical knowledge.
EXPLORE THE DIFFERENT WAYS YOU CAN BE SUCCESSFUL
from two successful wedding photographers who have the same business model but execute it differently so you can adapt what makes sense for your business. This is the power of perspective: there are lots of ways you can do this and be successful.
CONNECT WITH OUR NETWORK
of other wedding photographers, vendors, and planners in the wedding market. Past attendees have become second shooters for each other, they’ve helped each other grow their businesses, and they have provided the kind of feedback and accountability that pushes your business forward. Expanding your network grows your business.
INCREASE SALES WITHOUT THE ICKY FEELING
while pricing with integrity. Find the right-fit clients who value your work, are enjoyable to work with, and are not seeking discounts. We will demonstrate and practice in-person sales so you learn what key phrases to say and gain confidence in new sales skills that feel good to you.
IMPLEMENT PHOTO AND BUSINESS STRATEGIES DURING THE WORKSHOP
while the instructors are on hand to help guide you and answer the questions that inevitably come up.
YOUR PHOTOS WILL BE HUNG IN YOUR CLIENTS’ HOME
when you help them fall in love with the products that they can’t get anywhere else. It feels so much more fulfilling knowing that you are preserving their memories in print. When your photos are displayed, they also become marketing pieces for you. Anytime the client or a guest in their home flips through their wedding album or sees your work displayed, it showcases your work and can be a natural referral.
RECEIVE PERSONALIZED
ATTENTION
in our small class sizes to ask in-depth questions, receive specific answers, and have an interactive experience.
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE:
- Storytelling to photograph in a way that flows nicely when you design albums and wall art.
- Brand alignment—and how that helps you be recommended by wedding planners and other vendors who can give you referrals.
- How to price your services in a way that more than covers your expenses. We’ll help you find your pricing that fits into brand alignment with where you are and what clients are trying to get. The type of client that you want might be turned off by undercharging - they want value and are willing to pay for it!
- Creating legacy clients that you follow up for anniversaries, maternity sessions, newborn shoots, and kids and family photo sessions.
- One of the biggest ways to get booked as a photographer is to connect with a wedding planner…we’ll have a Q&A session with a wedding planner so you can get the inside scoop.
- How to do social media effectively.
- Participate in a styled shoot to practice storytelling and create a product from your photos in a mock session.
- How to select products to sell, narrow down all the choices so that they are all consistent with your brand and your clients aren’t overwhelmed with all the choices.
- Album and Art Sales Preparation & Communication so that your clients know that they're gonna have the opportunity to purchase more things and you're part of the creative process with them as a guide, not just trying to sell them everything.
- Observe two different styles of a mock sales session, then practice in-person sales with each other. The thing that really holds people back is understanding what those look like. Discover the exact words we use that are very intentional.
- What to do post production and how to make the process more efficient to save you time.
And a special opportunity that most photographers NEVER get to do…
You will get to tour the H&H Color Lab after our event to see how these products (albums, canvases, wall art, and more) are all hand-crafted! You are invited behind the scenes, you’ll be able to create a reel out of it, and most importantly, you’ll be able to sell more products when you can explain further why their products are unique to your clients.
October 28-30, 2024
Kansas City, MO
THE SCHEDULE:
9:00am: Kick off with introductions over coffee and mimosas
10:00am: Morning Sessions on Storytelling and Brand Alignment, followed by a Q&A session
12:00pm: Lunch break (included with ticket)
1:00pm: Afternoon Topics on:
- How to find new clients
- How to handle leads
- Pricing
- Dedicated work time
- Your social media presence
- Keeping clients happy
- Follow up for legacy
6:00pm: Group dinner meet up at a Jazz Club
9:00am: Morning Coffee with Vanessa, H&H, N-Vu, Fundy, 17 hats, and Precision camera (optional opportunity)
10:00am: Q&A with Wedding Planner – How to select products to sell
12:00pm: Lunch
1:00pm: Break Out Sessions
3:30pm: Styled Shoot – practice all that you have learned so far and get hands-on support and real-time feedback!
6:00pm: Conclusion
9:00am: Morning Coffee with Meredith, H&H, N-Vu, Fundy, 17 hats, and Precision Camera (optional opportunity)
10:00am: How to do in-person sales – Mock sales session
11:30pm: Lunch
12:15pm: Dedicated work time to put this into practice
1:30pm: Post-production discussion
3:00pm: Wrap up and final thoughts
4:15pm: H&H Lab Tour (optional)
*Schedule is subject to change.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT RISE:
LET’S RECAP!
YOU GET:
- Three days of business development
- Direct access to top wedding photographers
- Invaluable networking to grow your business
- Everything you need to know to transition to a business model that doesn’t burn you out
- Styled shoot to build your portfolio
- Lunch for two days
- Dedicated time to work on your plans and strategies with the instructors there to guide you and answer your questions along the way. (The small class sizes ensure you will get personal and individualized attention!)
ALL FOR AN EARLY BIRD PRICE OF $1000!
Spots are limited to keep class sizes small to ensure everyone gets personalized attention.
Secure your spot today by registering now!
Spots are limited to keep class sizes small to ensure everyone gets personalized attention.
Secure your spot today by registering now!
FAQ:
What is the cost?
Early bird pricing is $1000, paid in full. Purchase your ticket now, before the price goes up to $1500.
I just don’t think I can spend that right now! Isn’t there a payment plan?
Yes. You can purchase your ticket in 4 payments of $375 if that works better for you.
Do you offer refunds?
There are no refunds, but tickets are transferable. Please email haubdrum@hhcolorlab.com to transfer your ticket to another wedding photographer.
What if I’ve never sold an album or a print before?
That is exactly why you need to attend. We’ll show you exactly how to do it, down to exactly what to say to be able to sell (without feeling like a used car salesman). You’ll get exactly what you need to get started.
I’m not sure I have time for this?
This intensive will show you how to pivot your business so that you do actually have free time. You’re going to get a lot of your time back by attending this workshop and implementing.
What if I don't have a website, client management system, product pricing, more than 5 weddings booked, or high-end gear…will I be missing out?
No. You do not need to have any of those things to benefit from this workshop.
What airport do I fly into?
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is the closest airport.
Where should I stay?
There is not a designated event hotel; however, there are many hotels and AirBNBs in the Kansas City area.
What should I bring?
Computer, price lists, and a camera for the styled shoot.
I have more questions — how can I get in touch?
Please email haubdrum@hhcolorlab.com.
