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Ray and I are back from WPPI where we had an absolutely amazing time meeting new people and learning lots of new things. We can't wait to start making some really positive changes in our business. Every year at WPPI, some of the best wedding photographers in the business donate their time by auctioning off mentoring sessions to benefit Thirst Relief, an organization that provides humanitarian and disaster relief by helping people get access to clean drinking water. Ray and I were lucky enough to the win a mentoring session with the wonderful and incredibly talented Michael and Anna Costa. We got together at the Eiffel Tower restaurant at Paris, and had a great lunch where we learned so much from the Costas. If you're a wedding photographer, you should definitely check out their new photo forum, Photo for the People.
Of course, it wasn't all work and learning at WPPI. There were lots of parties to attend, networking events, and Ray and I dined at lots of new restaurants. Some of our favorites were Cafe Matorano (Philly style Italian), Fix, and Sushi Roku. On our last day in Vegas, Ray and I checked out Dinosaurs 3D at the Luxor, so that's why we're sporting these sassy and haute couture 3D glasses.
Ray and I are gearing up for WPPI, the biggest national convention for wedding and portrait photographers. We will be there from Friday, March 14 - Thursday, March 20. We managed to win a Thirst Relief auction for a mentoring session with Michael and Anna Costa, and we're stoked about meeting them!
15 Countries. 31 Cities. 32,000 Photos. One Stare.
Most able bodied people take for granted their 5 to 6 foot high perspective on the world. Kevin Connolly was born without legs. He's endured stares his entire life. Now Kevin has picked up a camera to document those stares as he traveled the world on his skateboard from his very unique perspective.
Last Saturday I had a chance to assist and shoot at a wedding with Jules Bianchi, a well-known and extremely talented and charming wedding photographer
from Los Angeles. I can't tell you how incredible it was to watch her
in action. She's an expert in lighting and has years of experience with
wedding photography, and I learned so much from her in one day.
A few days later, I had a private, one-on-one mentoring session (Tea for Two) with Jules where everything was tailored specifically to my needs. We talked about everything from lighting, exposure to marketing and more. Most importantly, she taught me how to become organized and to create very specific, manageable goals--both short-term and long-term. She has helped me to think differently about my business and shared so much valuable information that I can definitely take my photography skills and business to the next level. Seriously, I was beaming when I came home!
If you're a wedding photographer, I highly recommend Jules' Tea for Two session. When do you have a chance to sit down and talk to an accomplished photographer who will answer all of your questions? There's a glut of wedding photography seminars out there, but you just can't beat the personal attention from Jules.
A few weeks ago I mentioned that I had some life changes to reveal. I'm happy to announce that my husband Ray and I have started a new part-time wedding and lifestyle photography business, Lilia Photography.
Our goal is to tell wedding stories with amazing photographs that capture emotional and unforgettable moments in a fresh and compelling way. We're available for weddings anywhere, as well as portrait work for couples, individuals, and families.
In addition to our new website, check out our new slideshows: (Turn your speakers up!)
We're shooting Nicole and Peter's wedding in a few weeks, so we'll share those photos as soon as possible.
Hello and welcome! My name is Lilia Ahner. I'm a San Francisco wedding photographer working with my partner and husband, Raymond Ahner. We started