#imagingusa

[davidgeorgebrommer]

Melchior Di Giacomo In Memoriam

March 25th we lost a lion of the photographic world, beloved by all who worked with him during his illustrious career, and a great sharer of vast knowledge, Photographer Mel DiGiacomo has shot his last photo. If you are unfamiliar with Mel, A great place to start is watch the 3 minute highlight reel that the talented Kelly Mena directed and edited for B&H Photo 8 years ago. I met Mel while I…

[btpbyalison]

It blows my mind that a week ago, I was eating sushi in my Louisville hotel reflecting on the previous pretty impactful 72 hours.

As I was physically preparing to go… Getting Jase lined up.  As his social secretary, I had forgotten how much I wrangled.  Poor Jason got a taste of that.  I had made sure Jason Squared was set up for success.  (BIG thanks to my girls Britney and Dea for making sure my absence wasn’t a freaking crater, but a mere hiccup).

I was also having a mental battle.  Imposter syndrome is a complete jerk.  It is a liar.  It is a thief.  And he’s loud and obnoxious.  So, I just kept repeating to myself, “You deserve to be there.”  Over and over.  Rinse and repeat.

After crashing at my grandparents, I made my way to Louisville, KY Saturday afternoon with high hopes for ImagingUSA.  As high as my hopes were, the results were bigger.  

I’ve been a little stuck for a bit.  There has never been a doubt photography had my heart and was what I was meant to be doing.  But, I knew there was more.  I needed a little oomph.  

I had been asked to teach.  I had been asked for mentorship.  And I couldn’t put my finger on what that would look like.

Every time I would brainstorm, an idea would come up.  I’d immediately be like, “I don’t want to do that.”

Another idea…nope.  “I don’t want to do that.”  

Everything was just muddy.  And there were days I was faking it until I made it.  Successfully, but I knew I had more to give.

Then I attended these classes.  Met new friends who were doing magical things all over the country.  And then some big ideas came.  💡!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥.  

I sat in these classes, learning from experts, and I heard things that I drilled into my branding clients.  And I got to pick these experts’ brains at the end of each class.  I heard encouragement.  I heard validation.  There was an instance,  I had actually said to one, “I don’t think I need to be teaching.”  About 20 minutes later I was chatting with a photographer who had been in my class. I was mentoring him.  Challenging him.  Then the teacher walked by, and he laughed, “Yeah.  You’re right.  You have no business teaching anyone.”  Sarcasm was dripping from his words.  That lit a fire in me that I cannot explain.

I have never been more clear on what I had to offer.  What made my heart sing.  How to make magic of my own continue to happen.

I’m so excited to reintroduce myself in the coming weeks.  Tweak my website with the help of the best in the business.  Provide resources to small businesses to keep thriving.  Walk beside my fellow business owners to make sure they have a winning brand.  And, of course, fall in love with new families, and continue capturing the stories of my current families.  

I’m so grateful to the rockstars who spoke truth over me on a regular basis.  Who called me on my nonsense.  I’m grateful to the local chickadee who recognized I had no business walking back to my hotel, and gave me a ride.  And made sure I knew I had someone if I needed them.  And I know that hasn’t changed now that I’m back in my Lou.

Business owners - find some time to get away.  Somewhere you can learn.  Be challenged.  Connect with those in the thick of it just like you.  There’s a quote I love by Jane Howard, “"Call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family. Whatever you call it, whoever you are, you need one." And you deserve it.

Louisville is a fabulous place.  I can’t wait to get Jason Squared back for our own long weekend.  I loved seeing so much Kentucky Wildcat swag in Cards Country.  It made me giggle.  Folks were kind.  Food was fabulous.  And it was easy to navigate….which coming from me, says a lot.

I’m so grateful for the changes coming.  I’m ready to change some lives. 

Wake up. Praise Jesus. Shop Local. Repeat.

Here's my week in a nutshell #ImagingUSA

[mythicvoice]

Throwback to my first time at #imagingusa three years ago. Ran into hometown hero, visual griot, and my dear friend @dstomoore while I was there. Super bummed I can't make it this year, but I'm definitely gonna be making plans for next year. https://www.instagram.com/p/CnhLBHWOjES/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[jjenkinsphoto]

Attending @imagingusa today here in Nashville and it’s only adding to the excitement that is building up for MegaCon Orlando, and getting to see and work with all of my friends and meet a ton of new ones!! Stay tuned for my bookings to open up, soon, and once they go live I will be making a post and plenty of stories announcements with the booking site for all of you to go and sign up! Again, so excited to see and spend sometime with you all again, I’ve missed everyone dearly! 💫🙏💫 Wonder Woman I @lis.wonder Inspiration I @gal_gadot & @dccomics Event I @megaconorlando Suit Design I @teamkyonlee Photographer I @jeffjenkinsphotography 📸 Camera I @sonyalpha A7RIV Lens I 24-70 2.8 GM Light I @godoxlighting AD200 Settings: ISO I 160 Shutter I 1/800s Focal Length I 43mm Aperture I f2.8 ————————————— FOLLOW THE LINKS IN BIO IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO FURTHER SUPPORT MY WORK ————————————— ©️ DO NOT CROP & RE-EDIT PHOTOS / ALWAYS ADD PHOTOGRAPHER / COSPLAYER CREDITS WHEN SHARING ©️ ————————————— #wonderwoman #galgadot #galgadotwonderwoman #dccomics #cosplay #cosplayer #megaconorlando #wonderwomancosplay #epiccosplay #amazingcosplay #epicphotographers #alphaaddicted #sonyalpha #neewer #wonderwomanmovie #wonderwomanart #cosplays #cosplayersofinstagram #cosplayers #galgadotfan #justiceleague #justiceleaguesnydercut #zacksnyder #neewer #godox #imagingusa2023 #lightroom #photographers #photography #cosplayphotography (at Nashville, Tennessee) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnxS8PvpLrf/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[bondageninja]

The best way to start this next set is with pics taken by one of my favorite people and the best travel dad a model could ask for!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my dear friend and mentor extraordinaire, 📸 @kiatiplooks! This was taken at @imagingusa last year in a GORGEOUS @sewtrendyaccessories dress with a matching tossing train! ✨❤️✨ Now is the perfect time to post this set! (at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjvGTl3OUzm/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[norfolksouthern]

This week we are attending Imaging USA which is the longest running national photographic convention, expo, and image exhibition in the United States. Norfolk Southern is teaming up with Operation Lifesaver Inc. and TN Operation Lifesaver to host a booth at this week’s Imaging USA conference to spread the safety message and urge professional photographers to refrain from taking photos of high school seniors, wedding parties, and other subjects on train tracks or trestles. Drop by our booth, chat with our team, and learn about rail #safety!! #teamwork #ImagingUSA (at Nashville, Tennessee) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7lkNL4HaoJ/?igshid=12fbptewyzzm5

[dimhorizonloves]

I'd also love to share another moment from my time with @sunlightofastora this morning and his truly amazing #DarkSouls. #cosplay As much as everything is really focused #DimHorizonStudio 's upcoming visit to @sloss_furnaces we do hope to get some time in the studio this upcoming weekend between visiting #imagingusa in #atlanta If you are attending @imagingusa and would like to talk shop let us know! (at Roswell, Georgia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bss3t3Djt-u/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1urpziwpojw9e

[ianaberle]

Downtown Atlanta: Day vs Night.

In Atlanta for a few days to attend the Imaging USA conference and have to say, I’m quite happy with my view of downtown Atlanta from the Holiday Inn Express Downtown. Turns out my hotel was once an all women's prison. 

[jason-lanier-photography]

It’s on GEORGIA!! I’ve officially signed my contract to conduct a 4 day boot camp in Atlanta for the Georgia chapter of PPA March 10-14! I’m super excited to be working with these great folks! I might be stopping by their booth at Imaging USA next week as well. Stay tuned for details...:) #ppa #jasonlanierworkshops #jasonlanierphotography #imagingusa #georgia #atlanta https://www.instagram.com/p/BsrWGDRF6Mr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1n7hhdo467d42

[gregoryaide]

Emery as a wee lad before his ears got all standy-uppy. #instadog #rescuedog #terrier #imagingusa https://www.instagram.com/p/CY2E6KIOjFa/?utm_medium=tumblr

[magetv]

...got the choice opportunity to attend @imagingusa ...did a combination of mobile and DSLR photography and cinematography... Got to hang out with some awesome colleagues #imagingusa2018 #imagingusanashville #imagingusa #samsung #canon #canoneos #galaxys7edge #dslrphotography #mobilecinematography #mobilephotography #dslrcinematography #celphonecinematography #celphonephotography #nashville #nashvillephotographer #nashvillephotography #nashvillenerd #cameranerd #zhiyun #zhiyunsmoothq #blackphotographer #blacknerd #pheauxteauxbreauxs (at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center)

[davidmorelphoto]

Imaging USA was in Nashville this past week. As part of the big photography conference/trade show, the fine people at Lensbaby sponsored a Photo Walk on Saturday afternoon. More than 20 people signed up for the walk, but due to snow/ice store the previous day and bitter cold, only two of us showed up.  But Erika and I showed up.

We met up with the Lensbaby crew, Lauren and Mishalla, at Tootsies World Famous Orchid Lounge, and explored the Lower Broadway area.  We made our way up and down the tourist thoroughfare, popping into stores when we were too cold.

Here are 15 of my favorite images from the shoot…

Bitter cold photo walk with the fun team from Lensbaby! Imaging USA was in Nashville this past week. As part of the big photography conference/trade show, the fine people at Lensbaby sponsored a Photo Walk on Saturday afternoon.

[korybumgardner]

Thank you PPA I feel so special!! #korys_photography #love #beautiful #adventure #photography #picoftheday #instagood #photooftheday #happy #art #photo #travel #ilovemyjob #iamadventure #whereskory.photography #imagingusa #ppaloan #ppa #professionalphotographersofamerica https://www.instagram.com/p/B8jZ52xFSWe/?igshid=pai8k7f0sa8m

[ryanarmbrust]

Last night’s @imagingusa closing party! #imagingusa #imagingusa2020 https://www.instagram.com/p/B7oN0GWhbgx/?igshid=fw0tutyrp4y9

[jjenkinsphoto]

Comment below which one is your favorite from this set… 🎨 I am a photographer specializing in creative portraiture and cosplay. Most of my work can be found right here, @jeffjenkinsphotography 📸 If you’re coming to ImagingUSA in a couple weeks, please drop me a message as I would love to meet you all there!! ⚫️🖤⚫️ Model I @tks_modeling Venue I @vuenashville Photographer I @jeffjenkinsphotography 📸 Camera I Sony A7RIV Lens I 24-70 2.8 GM Settings: ISO I 64 Shutter I 1/1250s Focal Length I 62mm Aperture I f3.5 ————————————— FOLLOW THE LINKS IN BIO IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO FURTHER SUPPORT MY WORK OR PURCHASE PRINTS OR NFTS ————————————— ©️ DO NOT CROP & RE-EDIT PHOTOS / ALWAYS ADD PHOTOGRAPHER / MODEL CREDITS WHEN SHARING ©️ ————————————— #portrait #art #artofinstagram #modeling #butterfly #blackbutterfly #amazing #beautiful #photographyart #photography #artfulphotography #amazingphotography #sonyalpha #sonyalphaclub #alphaaddicted #neewer #magmod #godoxad200 #portraitphotography #portraitmood #portraitart #imagingusa2023 #artistic #photographer #beautifulchaos #portfolioday #jeffjenkinsphotography #artistic (at Nashville, Tennessee) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnPwTgXpoz2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[bondageninja]

The best way to start this next set is with pics taken by one of my favorite people and the best travel dad a model could ask for!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my dear friend and mentor extraordinaire, 📸 @kiatiplooks! This was taken at @imagingusa last year in a GORGEOUS @sewtrendyaccessories dress with a matching tossing train! ✨❤️✨ Now is the perfect time to post this set! (at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjvGLAFObwp/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=