Photographers Who Speak About Print Competition

Brianna Graham Photography www.briannagraham.com Rockford, MI Brianna Graham View Program List and Speaking Engagements

"Since there are so many labs to choose from, I have to put my faith in the one that has the best heritage and longevity. Long term commitment speaks volumes in this day and age, as there are so many 'flash in the pan' labs out there. In order to be in business today, you have to count on what is real and what is sustainable."

Garrison's Photography www.garrisonphotography.com Edmond, OK Cary Garrison, PPA Certified, M. Photog., Cr. Over 21 Fuji Masterpiece and Kodak Gallery awards Professional Photographer of the Year with the PPA for the last 4 years Professional Photographer of the Year for Oklahoma in 2005 View Program List and Speaking Engagements Schedule: TBA Topics: The Who, What, When, Where, and Whys of Competition Prints Outdoor Lighting - Finding it and Using it Successful Studio Operations

"After numerous color issues with our previous lab, we turned to Miller’s Imaging for our professional lab needs fifteen years ago. Since then, we’ve been phenomenally pleased with Miller’s work. Not only is the work we get back exquisite, but when it isn’t, we know that one phone call to customer service take care of our needs and make things right. Miller’s is on the cutting edge with products, craftsmanship and customer service. We’re very pleased with their work."

Gary Meek Studio Hot Springs, AR Gary Meek Kathy Meek View Program List and Speaking Engagements Schedule: TBA Topics: Gary and Kathy teach lighting and posing, both studio and outdoors, marketing and sales promotions, and digital (histograms). They have several programs to fit just about every situation. They have taught state, regional, and international. Their programs range from 1.5 hours to week long classes for affiliate schools.

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McDonald Photography Jonesboro, AR Tom & JoAlice McDonald Tom has earned more than 900 PPA merits including 129 print merits. He and Jo Alice wrote "The Business of Portrait Photography" now in its 2nd edition and translated into Chinese. View Program List and Speaking Engagements Schedule: TBA

"Miller's has been a valuable part of our success for 35 years!"

The Portrait Gallery www.theportraitgallery.net and www.gallery143.com Frankenmuth, MI Michael and Tina Timmons, M. Photog., Cr., CPP View Program List and Speaking Engagements Schedule: TBA Topics: "The Fine Art Side of Photography" explains how to photograph, how to manipulate, and how to market your photography as Fine Art. We also include information on how to use these images for competition. Sometimes people shy away from the word "Fine Art" but in this program we show people how to take their everyday work and turn it into commercial interior decor. Other topics of discussion would be general portraiture (family, children, and seniors) inspirational creativity, and easy digital workflow.

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Sam Gardner Photography www.samgardnerphotography.com Bellingham, WA Samuel Gardner, M. Photog. Cr., CPP View Program List and Speaking Engagements Schedule: October 17th, 2009 Professional Photographers of Washington - “Lighting is Exciting”, All day program, Silverdale Community Center, Washington, Contact Nina Beheim at 360-613-0914 November 3rd, 2009 Seattle Professional Photographers Association, “Success at Local-State-National Print Competitions” November 16th, 2009 Channel Islands Professional Photographers, Camarillo California, “Please the Judges-Please the Clients” November 17th, 2009 Professional Photographers of San Diego, San Diego, California, “Please the Judges-Please the Clients” November 18th, 2009, Orange County Professional Photographers, Mission Viejo California, “Please the Judges-Please the Clients” November 19th, 2009, Professional Photographers of Los Angeles, Culver City California, “Lighting is Exciting” November 20th, 2009, Gold Coast Professional Photographers Association, Pismo Beach California, “Please the Judges-Please the Clients” January 11th, 2010, Evidence Photographers International Council (EPIC) at IUSA, Nashville Tennessee , All day program on Crime Scene Photography January 30th - Feb 4th, 2010, Evergreen Affiliate School, Everett Washington, “Lighting is Everything” February 6th, 2010, Professional Photographers of California, Pasadena Convention Center, “VitaSculptore Illuminare” March 22nd, 2010 Professional Photographers of Idaho, Boise Idaho, “Vitasculptore Illuminare” Topics: Measuring and Mastering Syncro-sun and Strobe Outdoor Lighting Mastered with Meters and Histograms Histograms, Meters, & Perfect Exposures - Oh My!" "Vitasculptore Illuminare" - Sculpting life into our subjects with three dimensional lighting Family Portraits- Make Them Priceless! Vineyard Photo Safari - Tagaris Vineyards

"Millers was the solution to a very troubling situation! They brought consistency and quality to my printed images I hadn't experienced before. The customer service staff is always ready to handle situations and deliver as promised, or even a bit better."