Yesterday I arrived home from Las Vegas. I spent the last week there for the annual WPPI convention. If anyone was looking for their wedding photographer the past few days, more than likely they were in Vegas. It was a great week of inspiration, learning, and of course, some Vegas fun!
The convention allowed me to meet and learn from photographers that inspire me, not just because they're successful, but because their work is truly amazing. There's meaning behind every image they capture. I was able to hear Elizabeth Messina speak to a ballroom full of photographers about loving what you do and being thoughtful in every image you show. She shared images that literally made me cry.
I was also able to attend Amelia and Justin Lyon's terrific workshop, The Lyon Shop. If there are any photographers reading this, I highly recommend keeping a look out for the next one. Especially if you're looking for a workshop that is on the opposite end of intimidating, will motivate and inspire you to be creative, and help you be a better photographer for your clients. Another workshop that I was able to go to was hosted by photographers Fred Egan, Jory Cordy and also Lara Casey of Southern Weddings. It was a mini workshop that was kept really casual and simple, but still saturated your mind with knowledge.
Finally, there was the trade show! It really made me appreciate what brides go through when they attend the bridal shows in Houston. So many choices! So many booths! So many people! I was a bride once, so this reminded me how exhausting it can be. The good thing is that I came home with a bag full of information that I know is going to great for all my Love Lee clients :)
I brought my camera and snapped some images while exploring Vegas with Julie. It was her first time in Vegas so I had to show her how gorgeous some of the hotels are. Most of all, I had to introduce her to a great buffet! My good friends Marianne and Abby joined us for a Sunday brunch at the Wynn hotel, complete with mimosas! Oh and yes, that is a picture of Julie on the floor...at the BELLAGIO...taking pictures. LOL!
Oh how I missed my husband and my daughter when I left. I cried when I said bye to Madeline. It was my first time away from her. It was hard at first, but once I got to Vegas, I was so busy that I managed just fine. Gosh I really missed my husband and my daughter so much! Here's a funny picture I took before I left. She was peeking over her crib and it made me laugh!
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So I roll around on the ground at fancy hotels - don't judge!! :) Love your details shots and thanks for showing me Vegas for the first time!!
(03.12.10 @ 12:49 PM)It was great to meet you Margaret! Keep in touch!!
(03.16.10 @ 01:44 AM)these are great! boy do I miss vegas!!!
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