As this whole photography gig has grown/expanded/developed/evolved/more verbs, I’ve struggled with how to make the leap to full time, but more importantly, how to follow God, with a strong dose of patience, and wait on his timing…..and how to leave a job I actually enjoy working for a great cause (www.us.wwcs.org) – well my boss made it easy, by being flexible offering me the chance of a lifetime!
I’ve gone down to just three days a week, Tues-Thurs for now, and am focusing on just our web & creative pieces, which I love….but which also leaves me open to do so much more with photography – not to mention to achieve a new level of balance in my life – hopefully!
So what that means is a lot of things…..but most importantly, it means I have more time to devote to photography.
As part of that move forward, I just signed a lease on some gorgeous studio space on the north side of town (820 Monroe) under the awesome & amazing Amy Carroll and Jenn Lynne! So now I can take sessions – rain or shine! Check out a few shots that I snapped inside the studio today.
Special Offer #1 – Studio Session!
In honor of that, I’m going to do a studio “special” – current rates for the session are $75…but the first three people to book a studio session with me will also get an 8×10 and 8 wallets with their session! Call me at 616-241-2795 or email lshooks@gmail.com to get this special.
Wedding season is quickly approaching, and I have some dates available still – I’ve been just letting things come as they may, because I had to work so hard to balance work, work, and life. With the addition of an awesome assistant, Lexi, and a reduction in hours at work, well, that opens my life up to a lot more scheduling…..
which leads to…..Special Offer #2!
If you are a bride looking for a 2010 or 2011 (2012, I’ll be surprised if someone is planning that far in advance) wedding photographer, here’s a deal for you. Any brides who mention this blog and book a full package before April 30, 2010, you will receive a custom photo book/guest book (from your engagement session) for your wedding day!
And finally….for today, that is, Special Offer #3 (for the discerning Northern Michigan bride)….my good friend and bride, Emily Leary (oops, Emily Heilig) has asked me to be a part of The Nest of Grand Traverse‘s “Queen for a Day” bridal registry event on April 10, from 4-7 pm. For Northern Michigan brides (or anyone for that matter) with great home decorating taste…..this will be an event you don’t want to miss. I’ll be on hand taking pictures at the event, and all brides who attend get to put their name in to a drawing for an engagement session with me ($250 value).
So for now (phew….) that was a lot.
Lynell (lizzie)