If I Win, You Win!
Hm. I don't even know if this is a good idea or not. I'll be embarrassed if no one responds.
Where do I start?
I have to be honest with you, I'm a little reluctant to go full time with my photography gig. I've yet to do any advertising (other than facebook, if you call that advertising) although I consider it pretty much all the time. Word of mouth has gotten me this far and it's what I'd call manageable. To get to the point, I want to make my business grow because there's nothing I'd rather do for a living than take photographs but I also don't want to go "all in" and then fail.
Now, here's the deal: My photography has been nominated for A Very Big Award. I'm going up against two other very renowned photographers in the Atlanta area. If I win, (we'll find out April 11th) you will also win. What will you win? A free session, that's what.
I realize I'm putting myself out there by doing this and that's the point. Winning would give me the confidence I need to take a big step. If I win, I will start actively seeking photography as a legitimate career instead of a weekend/ summer thing. If I don't win, I will continue being comfortable with my manageable workload.
So, if you're interested in a free session, and you live in Atlanta or the surrounding area (including Athens), all you have to do to be considered is respond to this post. Of course you can invite your friends to take part in the fun, too. And yes, you're still eligible even if you've had a previous session with me! If I win A Very Big Award, I will put all of your names in a hat and have Tim draw a winner.
Here are some of the images that are being reviewed for A Very Big Award. Keep your fingers crossed for me, please?
Photos were taken for A Grimm Evening hosted by Zenith Design Group, Inc.
Makeup was done by the awesome Shane Morton!
Where do I start?
I have to be honest with you, I'm a little reluctant to go full time with my photography gig. I've yet to do any advertising (other than facebook, if you call that advertising) although I consider it pretty much all the time. Word of mouth has gotten me this far and it's what I'd call manageable. To get to the point, I want to make my business grow because there's nothing I'd rather do for a living than take photographs but I also don't want to go "all in" and then fail.
Now, here's the deal: My photography has been nominated for A Very Big Award. I'm going up against two other very renowned photographers in the Atlanta area. If I win, (we'll find out April 11th) you will also win. What will you win? A free session, that's what.
I realize I'm putting myself out there by doing this and that's the point. Winning would give me the confidence I need to take a big step. If I win, I will start actively seeking photography as a legitimate career instead of a weekend/ summer thing. If I don't win, I will continue being comfortable with my manageable workload.
So, if you're interested in a free session, and you live in Atlanta or the surrounding area (including Athens), all you have to do to be considered is respond to this post. Of course you can invite your friends to take part in the fun, too. And yes, you're still eligible even if you've had a previous session with me! If I win A Very Big Award, I will put all of your names in a hat and have Tim draw a winner.
Here are some of the images that are being reviewed for A Very Big Award. Keep your fingers crossed for me, please?
Photos were taken for A Grimm Evening hosted by Zenith Design Group, Inc.
Makeup was done by the awesome Shane Morton!
45 Comments:
Angela ... GO FOR IT ... I am sure you will win the very big award .... S.U.R.E. and you are SO VERY awesome at what you do!!!
Anyway, if my name is pulled, give mine to Alexis for when the baby is born;)
~MandyG
I hope you win:) your work is awesome. Looking forward to zenith's next party to see more of your work.
You so totally deserve this, Angela. I would definitely be psyched for a session with you - free or not- if I lived in the Atlanta area including Athens.
xo
I've always loved your photos! You should go "all in" even if you don't win this contest (which you will!) You have the talent! I'm not just saying that either!
If you win and then I win, it would be great to see you.
As others have indicated, I'd like to see you go full time regardless of GIANT TROPHY. I know it seems unfathomable, but there will never be an easier time in your life to make the jump than right now.
Every part is double and triple crossed. Good Luck!
you are the awesome-est. you should totally win. and like leigh said, you should do it, regardless of whether you win the contest or not!
and mandy, you're the best - thanks for that.
I wish you could see you the way we see you (and your work). You're amazing.
i only wish i lived in atlanta! and i hear you about the full time thing. i have done zero marketing, and in the end the fear of trying is really the failure, i think. you are one of my favorite photographers around, angela, there is NO WAY you won't be successful if you put it out there,,, unless you don't try. c'mon... i will if you will!
Angela, your photography has influenced the way I shoot pictures. Best of luck in the contest!
-Jim
I think you are AWESOME. Your photos are more than photos, they are art.
Stephanie (Liz's friend)
Go for it, Angela. You're a great photographer!
We are whores for your work. All the good ones in our house come from your camera... I'll help out in any way possible!!!
Award, Shmaward! You are very talented, in a professional grade manner, with or without an award or even a nom.
Go for it. Nobody ever really regrets going for it - they regret NOT going for it.
Oh, and I'm gonna post your biz link on my n'hood forum. People have been looking for photogs for family pics and an album cover of late.
Angela-
I obviously don't live in the area or need a free session, just wanted to let you know that I think you are undeniably talented. Your photography has so much life and you have an innate aesthetic sense. You're going to go big big places. I'm proud to know you. :)
If you ever need an assistant.... ;)
e.
You are so talented. Your photography has made me laugh out loud and made me cry. No one deserves to win more than you. Your work inspires me to see beauty in life every single day!
Fingers crossed, but A Very Big Award or not, you got the goods!
Shane turned me onto your pictures and I really enjoy your work. It is never dull or predictable. You have a lot of natural talent!
Good luck and GO for it. You will only regret it if you don't do it.
You are an amazing photographer! I hope you win :)
Of course you'll win! You are such an artist and you should totally go for the full-time gig. Life begins at the end of your comfort zone :).
You are awesome and I have really wanted to have a shoot with you so...Let's win!!
Susie said.
I'm kind of surprised that you don't already have Really Big Awards. Your work is amazing.
Go for it!! I'm always in awe of your photos.
We still want to hire you for some family photos on one of our trips to Atl.
I agree with everyone else, you totally deserve to win the Very Big Award!
I want to vote -- I'm living proof!
Waddy, you rock. Have you ever taken pictures of tents?
xo-
We love your photos - (even when they're not of us!) - and so does everyone who sees them!! You can do it!
I LOVE your work.... email me sometime... I have PR insights.
And I would travel all the way to Atlanta to have you shoot my Lili!!!
Ang, You should win. But even if you don't you should take the plunge. Nothing ventured... I love you and miss you and would fly to ATL to have you photograph the family ANY TIME! :)
Award or no award, you have to go for it! You are an AMAZING photographer and there is absolutely no way you can fail! Your talent inspires me! Best of luck! -April
If anyone deserves it, it's you. You did a wonderful job with Nathan's first photo session and you made it very fun for both of us. We wish you the best and hope you win. We all deserve to do what we love, and you are very good at it. Good luck and hope to see you back at our house taking more pics of our little boy soon.
Andy and Jennie Flippen
You know how I feel. Your photography made me look at you in a whole different light the other day. Go for it. Even if you fail, you tried. But you won't fail. You're practically doing it anyway, you're just not calling it "trying". ;) xoxoxoxo
I too think you should go for it! you're a great photographer (not to mention bride whisperer).
Best of luck!!
GO FOR IT! Your clearly passionate about your work and enjoy it. Your art is beautiful! I hope you win the award, and hope you will follow your dream! Good Luck!
GO FOR IT! Follow your dream! You enjoy photography so much, and it shows in all your work! Your photos are beautiful! I hope you win the award!
good for you! good luck.
Good luck!
Angie, talent doesn't need luck! I haven't seen the other finalists, but your work is amazing and you should be proud. Don't let the outcome of a "big award" make such a big decision for you whether to jump in full time. Ya know?
Your work speaks for itself.. Take care and i really wanna book a family session with you soon:)
I don't live in Atlanta but I would drive there just to have you photograph my kiddos. Especially in a swing ... one of my favorite pics ever is the one you took under one of your kids swinging. So awesome! You certainly have the talent to take it full time! (Psst ... I'm a friend of Brooks)
Correction 'cause you don't live in Atlanta either, I'll drive to Georgia period. And I wish you luck in winning the big award.
Oh how I wish I lived in the Atlanta area!! You are the most amazing photographer that I could imagine! I had the MOST BEAUTIFUL wedding pictures that a girl could ask for and you deserve the very very best! Go for it!! Miss ya! xoxo
Rachelmae
Oooh, so fun! I hope you win. Your photography is amazing!
WAHOOOOOOOO! So so glad that we married into the same family!
Grow your business organically by word of mouth. Beats advertising every time. Good Luck!!!
Now if I lived in the area I would vote early and often. But. I live in Minnesota. Yes. We still have the heat on.
You should throw your whole self into this when ever you think the time is right. What I mean is anybody with your talent would have to.
Do you know you inspired me to try?
I don't live in Atlanta, win or not I think you should go for it. You're an amazing photographer!
Congrats! I love love love my wedding pictures so I think you are the best!
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