If you’re serious about creating a successful photography business, or indeed reinventing the one you already have, then this is the course for you. An intense, four day experience, the A to Z will deal with building your brand, operations, photography, digital workflow and sales tools to name but a few. We’ll show you how to get clients and more importantly, keep them too. We want you to have loyal clients for life.   From the first point of contact right through to the image viewing, ensuring that you have the answers to all your questions and the knowledge and tool kit to really make your business fly.

This is an incredible course with a big reputation within the industry.  This is the ‘business in a box’ course covering all aspects of photography and business development.

You will spend time with Catherine Connor and Jane Breakell who are both leading business trainers. Both have a huge reputation in the photography industry for the sheer quality of their training and their experience which is generously shared.

The middle two days of the programme are dedicated to photography, producing a good quality products and the photographic experience.  You will learn how to shoot to sell, how to deliver a superior quality product and how to back this up with an efficient workflow system. Giving you the knowledge and expertise to run a successful photography business.

Day one - The first phase of the session will be in the Aspire classroom with Catherine, who has gained a reputation for being one of the industries most regarded speakers and trainers.  Her energy is contagious and her motivational approach to business will leave you inspired and ready to transform your business.

On this day you will learn …

• How to create a successful brand
• How to build a great reputation
• How to attract the right clients
• How to network successfully
• How to get the best out of your business funnels
• How to use social media to your advantage
• Getting the best out of blogging

This is a classroom based day where you will need to bring your energy, motivation and an open mind; we will provide the rest!

Day two - You will be taken through a step-by-step approach on how to create a professional portrait session in natural light.  You will witness the best way to photograph children and families professionally.

On this day you will learn …

•  How to direct a shoot to ensure you are in control
• Learn how to compose
• Learn how to find the best light
• Gain confidence
• Experience simple but effective styling ensuring you leave with stunning images for your portfolio

We will be shooting in a variety of locations around the private estate at Dalton Hall, with a selection of models of different ages - all designed to ensure you leave with stunning images for your portfolio.

Day three - You will spend your time back in the classroom with a very experienced trainer and photographer who will share with you tried and tested techniques and approaches to post production, workflow and editing. You will leave this session enlightened, relieved and inspired!

On this day you will learn …

• Learn how to edit in a beautiful and timeless way
• Understand the importance of workflow
• Navigate your way around Adobe Lightroom
• Learn the secrets behind stunning imagery
• Learn how to be consistent in your editing style

Day four - This day is spent with Jane Breakell who is a very motivational trainer specialising in sales. If you stick to the information Jane provides, you will discover the secrets to success!

On this day you will learn …

• Explore the role of the ‘sales department’
• Look at options of products to offer – which samples to have and why
• How to set expectations with clients
• How to navigate a successful sales process