I was just playing with some ideas for the new baby’s nursery and wanted to share. I’m not sure I’ll go with this one, but it was fun to play and quite a few of Bella’s baby things were celery green and soft pink so I can re-use a lot. But knowing me, I’ll come up with more themes and ideas before she arrives and will have a hard time choosing my favorite.
I love this family…they are such a cute couple with the cutest little baby and a sweet, goofy Labradoodle. I’ve worked with them twice over the last year and always have a great time when we meet for a session. I’m looking forward to seeing how much their little guy has grown at his one year session.
I was reminded by a friend in California that I had not yet posted all my Florida images. 
With another trip to this beautiful part of Florida just around the corner, I figured I better get these up before I post new ones.
More to come…
What a blast we had with Miss Laila! I don’t get too many redheads to photograph except my own Garrett so of course I was happy when we met. And did she ever know how to pose it up…I would turn around for a second and when I looked back, there she was all ready to go with another picture perfect pose. What a fun shoot!
This little guy was just too cute to handle. He told me he wants to be a professional model when he grows up and as good looking as he is, I think he has a great shot at it!
As I mentioned on the blog earlier, we are thrilled to welcoming another sweet little baby girl to our family this summer. Our newest Profancik member is due August 1 and the anticipation is building! Of course having a new baby will change my work schedule for a while and I wanted to make some announcements about my upcoming schedule so my portrait clients and workshop attendees can plan ahead.
I’ll be taking very limited portrait commissions until July 16th and then will on maternity leave until sometime in September. Watch the blog for info on when I’ll be available after the birth of our little girl.
I am conducting 2 more workshops for the 2010 year and then I’ll be taking some extended time away from teaching. I don’t plan on holding another workshop until at LEAST the fall of 2011 so if you wanted to attend a MiaBella workshop this is your last chance for quite a while. I’m holding a two day MiaBella workshop in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas area on May 3-4 and only have 3 seats left for this one. I’m also holding another two day workshop in Dayton, Ohio on April 23-24. Please visit my workshop site at http://leahprofancik.com/photographers for more info and to register.
I had an incredible time last month in San Luis Obispo teaching a workshop in conjunction with Joy Vertz . We had a lovely group of women attend and I enjoyed getting to know each and every one of them. It’s amazing how so there were so many different backgrounds, even different goals and dreams to pursue in photography…and each person walked away refreshed and renewed in their vision. We were thrilled with the outcome of the workshop and hope to hold more in the future.
Here are some images from my last workshop (more to come!).
If you have a few seconds to spare, I’d love to have your vote on the Indy AList! Just one more day to vote!
I love Queen Anne’s Lace and it’s nearing it’s peak here in Indiana. It’s such a sweet, simple yet beautiful flower and I love photographing little girls in it. We have a couple more weeks before blooms fade with the end of summer, so if you would like a shoot in Queen Anne’s Lace for your daughter contact me right away. I still have a few opening in the next 2 weeks.
We’re in need of some fun models who love to be in front of the camera and who want a complimentary session. We have some new equipment and ideas we’d love to try out and need some models. Sessions will be conducted in the evenings. We’re happy to consider any age, but are especially looking for 6 month old babies who can sit well and 7-12 year old boys. You will receive an online gallery and one matted, ready to frame 8×10 print from your gallery. Email Leah for more details at info@leahprofancik.com
Workshop: Fresh Twist with Joy Vertz & Leah Profancik
Nitty Gritty Business information with Joy Vertz
Creativity Inspired by Leah Profancik (includes shooting and photoshop work)
Dates: Friday June 5 – Sunday June 7 (with an optional bonus small group time on Monday June 8, 2009)
Cost: $1500 for Saturday/Sunday workshop (with a social event on Friday June 5) ($150 discount for Early Bird Registrations by 4/15/09)
Optional Workshops on Monday June 8, 2009:
1/2 Day Off Camera Flash with Leah Profancik $450
1/2 Day intensive marketing planning (very hands on) with Joy Vertz $450
9-2pm Sales and Objection Training $575
Registration: Opens April 5, 2009. Early Bird Registration discount of $150 applies when booking by April 15, 2009. Space is limited to 20 per instructor for this highly hands-on intensive workshop so it is advised to
book early.
Due to the number of inquiries we have already received it is expected to sell out. We advise booking early to ensure a spot.
Registration includes: Workshop with inspiration, practical ideas and amazing techniques sure to grow your business, Cocktail party on Friday, Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, Lunch on Saturday and Sunday, Party on
Saturday, afternoon snacks, beverages and lots of treats and surprises. We have also prepared several documents to help your business grow as well as an exclusive workshop design set from MiaBella studios. Be prepared for a unique experience.
Location: Milwaukee , WI
Our two-day Business & Creative Live Workshop focuses half of your time on the business aspects to improve sales, maximize profitability, streamlining costs and the other half of your time on the creative side of your business
to help bring out your true, distinct style to really brand your studio and differentiate you from the competition. Not only will you learn great techniques from this two day workshop, but you will also be able to network with other successful studios to share tips and experiences to move your studio in the right direction. This workshop will be very hands-on and you will leave with tons of ideas on how to maximize profits as well as learning wonderful new shooting and photoshop techniques to bring your portraits to a new level.
Tentative Schedule:
Friday 5-10pm Meet and Green at Joy Vertz’ House (included)
Saturday :
Introductions and Studio tour
Small Group Breakouts Shooting and Business
Lunch (included)
Small Group Breakouts Shooting and Business
Dinner (on your own)
Sunset shooting
Cocktail party at the studio 8-10pm. (included)
Sunday:
Breakout sessions
Lunch (included)
Final Breakouts
Photoshop and Design
Monday:
AM Business Marketing
AM Off Camera Flash
9-2 Sales and Objection Handling
Lunch (included in full day and those taking both am/pm sessions)
PM Business Marketing
PM Off Camera Flash
Some of the topics we cover include:
-Business Process Workflow
-Vendors & Profitability
-Pricing
-Add-On Products
-Natural Light Techniques
-Shooting creatively outdoors
-Studio Light Techniques
-Photoshop Techniques
-Effectively using textures in post processing
-Managing Employees
-Business Development
-Managing Finances
-How to Make Sure You Get Bookings
-Planning for Business Growth
-Posing Techniques
And Many More…
Are you interested in hosting a workshop in your area? Please contact Leah with questions: info@leahprofancik.com