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BOOKINGS FOR 2011 OPEN SUNDAY 1st MAY 2011

The most inspiring, educational and invigorating (and don't forget fun!) seminar for photographers is BACK!

Dates
22, 23, 24, 25 August 2011
plus
21 August - Sunday afternoon session for anyone who wants to attend

Location
Watermark Hotel, Surfers Paradise

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Monday, July 25, 2011

New Venue Confirmed!!

Its....... the Watermark Surfers Paradise - yay!

August Exposure has changed venues this year. 2011 will be held at The Watermark Hotel, Surfers Paradise, opposite the Q1.

Different location and change is good for us to learn to adapt to new situations. You will bring the atmosphere and friendliness that is your August Exposure.

The room rates are much better for you.

The single bed and breakfast is $142 per night and double (two double beds) & breakfast is $159 per night.

Sunday, June 19, 2011

Testimonials from past August Exposure participants

"Thank you for organising the most valuable photography conference I have ever been to. Thank you for the friends I have made, and thank  you for letting me go home inspired, motivated and excited"

"This is a fantastic seminar where the speakers are so giving of information. The best professional seminar in Australia. Period"

"Fabulous, exciting, illuminating. What a wonderful programme, speakers well done! Great to be a part of it"

This is just a teeny tiny portion of what August Exposure attendees have had to say about attending August Exposure.

Early Bird rate is $745 for 4 days of amazing speakers, inspiration and motivation.

Book now to avoid missing out.

Click on the registration form link above.

Monday, May 30, 2011

LAST DAY for Super Early Bird Registration

Don't miss out on our Super Early Bird Registration of $710!

Call Debbie on 0412 679 017 for payment details and click the link above for your registration booking form.

Thursday, May 26, 2011

August Exposure 2011 Speaker Spotlight - Heather Evans Smith





Speaker Spotlight - Heather Evans Smith





 “I want my photographs to tell stories. And I want stories that come from moments of life, like a still from an old movie. Movement and pain and the simple joys of being alive are frozen in time. Only a glance is needed to read the lines between people and find the story.”



Heather Evans Smith’s photographs reveal the magic in the everyday, opening a door to a world where cowgirl princesses and classical guitarists meet in the peculiar light of her imagination. Domestic scenes with a vintage flair give way to the warmth of a wedding Saturday, to images of friendship and new motherhood. Slices of life that might otherwise go unseen take shape through her lens, telling the subject’s story in an unexpected new way.



Smith’s work includes client, exhibition and commercial pieces and has been featured in both solo and joint exhibitions, various magazines, the book “In Her Own Image” and on book covers in the U.S. as well as Europe. Smith resides in North Carolina, USA.



Speaking at August Exposure 2011 on:

Conceptual Photography for You and Your Client
Join Heather as she discusses her progression into conceptual photography and how shooting for you can benefit shooting for others. Heather will also discuss idea boosters to overcome creative blocks, concepting with clients and making time for you. 



Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Speaker Announcement!!!



The lovely Robeccer McLean from Adori Studios

It's funny how mistakes actually shape our success and us as people. 

It has been said that "character is what we are unobserved"; confronting your choices and their consequences as a business owner certainly builds character.

Robeccer will show you behind the closed doors and will share the mistakes that came with building a successful business and then making the career defining decision to uproot and move to a cooling and over serviced marketplace.  

Hear how Robeccer's recent journey has redefined her brand, her approach, her connections and love for her clients and the industry as a whole.

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Speaker Announcement VIII

Speaker Announcement VIII


Wayne Radford

Speaking on "The Craft of Portrait Photography"
www.radfordphoto.com/
http://www.portraittipsandtechniques.com/2011

Speaker Announcement VII


Nicole Boenig McGrade - Portrait Photography

"Dare To Be Different"
*  Being a Professional Photographer requires elegance, grace
       - and someone who gives a damn
*  Exploring the power of a photograph
*   Re-awakening your passion for photography

www.nicoleboenigmcgrade.com

Speaker Announcement VI


Rob Heyman - Brisbane Family and Child portrait Photography by Rob Heyman


Speaking about:
* the devil is in the details
* what is the extra mile for awards
* what should be your standard

http://heymanports2.blogspot.com/

Speaker Announcement V....



Susan Wall
Susan Wall Photography
How she has grown exceptionally fast, her mistakes and the things she would do again if starting out.
http://www.susanwall.com.au

Speakers for AE2011...... part IV (and final for tonight)

Speakers for AE2011...... part IV (and final for tonight)



Deon and Natasha du Preez - South Africa
Wedding photographers
http://www.tphoto.co.za/

Speakers .... Part III

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Heather Evans Smith
Speaking about Concept Photography

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Speakers for AE 2011.... part II....

Mercury Megaloudis speaking on Business
www.mega.com.au

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Australia's top photographic educators all in the same place at the same time!!!

FOUR DAYS OF CONCENTRATED LEARNING WITH SPEAKERS AS THEY TEACH THEIR TECHNIQUES FOR PHOTOGRAPHING AND SELLING.

FROM INEXPERIENCED, NEW PHOTOGRAPHERS TO MASTERS OF THE CRAFT, THESE WORKSHOPS ARE FOR ALL WHO WANT TO TAKE THEIR IMAGES TO THE NEXT LEVEL AND BEYOND.

Wedding and portrait photographers today have to be business people, marketers, PR professionals, bookkeepers, market analysts, innovators, computer experts and of course photographic artists. We have to always update our information and education to stay on top of new products and demands as well as stay in business. We can expect a lifetime of learning to be ahead of us. To own or use a camera does not make a professional photographer.


August Exposure has been created to help wedding and portrait photographers gain experience and lessons from other photographers at all levels of the industry. What better way is there to learn? The speakers have been in business for two years, ten years or more years than they want to count.

The experienced photographers can share their mistakes so you don’t repeat them and their success’s, so you can repeat them. A photographer with ten years experience has come through the hard years and is ready for the next cycle and set of goals. This may be to work smarter, not harder or it could be that they wish to put more effort into growing the business now they have systems in place. A photographer with two years experience is going through a steep learning curve and trying to stay financially viable. This is the hardest stage and is when many photographers go broke or give up. This is not the time to give up, this is the time to look at your business and improve it.


Your photography expertise is part of the business growth. What is your style or do you even have a style? What is your market strength? Should you change what you are doing and if so how? Do you wish to win awards? How can you differentiate from the rest of the photographers? What will our market be looking for in the next few years? What are we going through in the current economic climate?


You are not alone out there as you go through these challenges. We will help you with your portrait creativity and business.


Everyone stands on the shoulders of giants some time in their careers. The speakers at August Exposure have all done this and now they want to pass it on. You will leave the seminars with ideas to move you through the next level of your photography.


The seminar covers photography, marketing and business.

The photography business is a dynamic beast, constantly changing and challenging, so the experienced photographer who stays ahead of the challenges will want to be at this seminar. You can email Rob or myself at the August Exposure address for any queries. Can't wait to see you in person.
Shirlene Heyman
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ANSWERS TO A FEW FAQ's:
You do not choose between speakers. Each speaker will be featured exclusively and everyone will hear each speaker. ie. All speakers will be in the ballroom and they will speak one at a time.
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