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I’m so excited and honored to offer this workshop to aspiring photographers! I have been shooting full-time for over a decade. I have learned a lot and continue to learn every day! I definitely don’t know it ALL, but if you’d like to find out how I work, learn more about my natural-light style of photography, how I run my business, and/or ask me any questions that you want, then this might be the workshop for you!
PHOTO CREDIT: Heather Payne Photography
We'll be shooting at one of my very favorite beaches in my home town area. This is a spot that I shoot at regularly and I'll be able to show you how I deal with some of the weird light that is involved with beach shoots before that golden hour magic.
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JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT - SNA | LOS ANGELES AIRPORT - LAX
I love shooting in the desert. Maybe it's because I'm always by the beach so the desert is a little foreign to me. But I just love the light there and how it reflects off of everything around it. Scottsdale has some incredible backdrops for us, and some of the best food I've ever had!
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PHOENIX SKY HARBOR AIRPORT - PHX
For the Oregon edition, we'll be heading to one of the most iconic beach locations in the Pacific North West. Cannon Beach is somewhere that I've been dying to photograph for a few years now. Such a stunning backdrop. And who doesn't love a day at the beach?!
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PORTLAND AIRPORT - PDX
San Francisco is such a beautiful city, but city life isn't what we're going for with this location. We're going to venture out to the Marin Headlands and shoot SF's natural side. Can't wait to create a little magic in this gorgeous area!
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SAN FRANCISCO AIRPORT - SFO | OAKLAND AIRPORT - OAK
This workshop in Orange County offers an all encompassing insight into my business. We'll cover all the main points you'd expect, you'll have the opportunity to photograph a real couple and we're even planning an in-depth editing session where I will show you how I edit to create consistent images and tones throughout every one of my shoots.
This workshop will cover: posing, marketing, social media, editing, workflow, pricing, client interaction and also show you how to TAKE CONTROL of your business!
I know what you're thinking... will there be an opportunity to shoot? And of course, the answer is yes! We'll be working with a real life couple for two shoots so we can really dive in to showing you how to work with the unexpected. The day will run from 10am - 10pm, so make sure you eat a good breakfast!
"I've been a photographer for 11 years and has never attended a workshop. I had been looking for someone for 2 years that I could genuinely learn from and specifically in the areas that I needed help with. What stood out to me was Chardphoto's consistency on social media and his images. What I didn't realize I needed to learn and did so at his workshop was package pricing, albums and wedding day system. For me, those were HUGE game changers that I am so grateful for. Overall the experience was amazing and the connection with other workshop attendees was awesome. I was honestly expecting a great overall experience going into it but actually the workshop exceeded my expectations!"
"Rich was friendly and enthusiastic and he explained concepts in an easy to understand, down to earth way. He isn’t stingy and will give out tricks as well as his entire social media plan. He’s a master at posing couples so they are flattered and look natural. The whole day he was just open and willing to answer any questions we had. I highly recommend his workshop for anyone a few years into business who wants to serve their clients more thoughtfully and shoot more beautiful photos."
"This workshop seriously changed my life for the better. As a new photographer, it opened up my eyes on how to structure everything and how to create the consistency I wanted.
It allowed me to learn how to get my dream clients and keep them. It also made it incredibly easy for me to feel comfortable in front of my clients! Rich is definitely doing something right!"
"If you want to take your wedding photography to the next level, you definitely need to attend Rich's workshop! He will answer any question you have and he will show you every aspect of his wedding photography business.
You will leave the workshop a better photographer and you will gain the insight to run your business like a pro."
October 25-26, 2022
Orange County, California
10am - 10pm
Lunches and dinners, lots of snacks, class time, and two live shoots are all included
Book your seat for $1800
50% Retainer Due upon Signup ($900)
TRAVEL INFORMATION AVAILABLE HERE.
Get to know each other over donuts
My go-to gear and equipment
Lunch
Social Media strategy
Posing for consistent variety
Guest Speaker
Live shoot in Orange County
Dinner
1. Shooting consistent images
2. Posing system with lots of options
3. The ins and outs of pricing for profit
4. My exact social media formula
5. Creating relaxed portraits
6. Tackling tricky client situations
7. Standing out in a saturated market
8. Finding light
9. How I edit for consistency
10. Efficiency in your workflow
11. Two live couples shoots
Editing consistency
Workflow
Lunch
Profitable Pricing
Album design and sales that work
Live shoot Orange County
Dinner
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What’s stopping you from becoming the entrepreneur you want to be? How do you sell an album to every one of your clients? Shaun Gordon, owner of Kiss Books and photographer of over 500 weddings, helps creative entrepreneurs answer questions like this. He is dedicated to empowering his community with simple tools that change lives, resources that make it easy, and education that teaches you how to let your best self shine.
WHEN/WHERE WILL THE WORKSHOP TAKE PLACE?
This workshop will be a two day intensive on October 25 and 26, 2022. Education and shoots will take place from 10am-10pm in Laguna Niguel, California
LIVE SHOOT SCHEDULE:
DAY 1 - Field Location
DAY 2 - Beach Location
WHAT SHOULD I BRING WITH ME?
Your shooting gear, your laptop if you have one, your editing software, any of your marketing materials (PDF is fine) your favorite notepad, and maybe a water bottle that you love since it can get warm during the shoots.
HOW MUCH DOES CHARD WORKSHOP COST?
The cost of a seat to CHARD Workshop is $1800.
Lunch, dinner, and snacks are on me... but travel and accommodations aren't included in the ticket price. Don't worry, I'll get you all of the proper travel info when you purchase your ticket!
Unfortunately, tickets are non-refundable; but can be transferred to a future workshop or to another attendee.
ARE YOU OFFERING ANY PAYMENT PLANS?
Of course! You can book your seat with an $900 retainer. The balance will be due 30 days before the workshop. Don't worry, I'll send you a reminder!
HOW MANY PHOTOGRAPHERS CAN ATTEND?
The workshop is limited to a maximum of 10 photographers in order to keep the experience more personal for each attendee.
WHERE SHOULD I STAY DURING THE WORKSHOP?
Visit my travel page and you'll see all of the best airports to fly into, as well as some great places to stay for any budget.
GOT QUESTIONS?
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