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Fall 2026 PPA Workshop: The Outdoor Branding Portrait
On Sunday September 6, 2026, join me in my Westport studio for an immersive, hands-on workshop all about creating beautiful outdoor portraits that don’t require complex lighting setups or elaborate gear. You will learn how to gently guide everyday clients through natural posing that makes them feel comfortable, take those RAW files, cull, and edit efficiently and retouch quickly. You will walk away some practical skills to pull off a polished outdoor photoshoot no matter what time of day.
Is PPA’s Imaging USA Worth the Cost? My 2026 Nashville Review
This year was the third Imaging USA conference that I attended, and the second on that took place at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville Tennessee - Jan 11–13, 2026 with over 10,000 attendees. I specifically made a point to come back to Nashville because I thought the hotel was great the first time around.. but was the second time as impressive as the first? And is Imaging USA worth the cost?
Upcoming PPA Workshop: The Complete Portrait Workflow, From Concept to Final Edit
On Sunday May 18, 2025, join me in my Westport studio for an immersive, hands-on workshop designed to give you the tools and confidence to master studio portraiture. Whether you're looking to refine your lighting techniques, improve your client interactions, or enhance your editing workflow, this full-day experience will walk you through every step of the process. If you've ever wanted to create striking, professional portraits with ease, this workshop is for you!
What it means to be a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Learn what being a Certified Professional Photographer means, what the rigorous process for professional photographer certification is, and what benefits this has for you!