So last year I got really busy with photography. Too busy. My family is growing and something has to give so that I can give my kids the time they need. I considered taking some time off, but it made me sad to think about not doing shoots. I really love it.
So...I debated. I considered several options and ended up combining a bunch of them.
1. I raised my prices.
2. I am only going to take 3 shoots a month. That's it. So plan ahead!
3. I am no longer offering the photo journal package.
This is the one I'm really excited about.
4. One of those 3 shoots each month will be free. Anybody can nominate a family/child/couple for a photo shoot. It must be a family who otherwise would not be able to afford pictures. To nominate someone just email me at mistydawnphotos@gmail.com. Please include a paragraph explaining to me why you're nominating them. The chosen family will be spotlighted here unless you ask me not to. :)
This is what my website says about it....
It's 2009 and I now have four kids! Four! I've found that to be the Mom I want to be, and spend all sorts of quality time with my sweet kids before they grow up and don't want to hang out with me anymore, I need to make some changes to my business.
I am now limiting my shoots to 3 per month.
2 of those monthly shoots are available to anybody to schedule. The third is a pay it forward type thing I want to try this year. I will accept nominations each month for a family/child/couple who otherwise would not be able to afford pictures. I really believe everybody deserves beautiful pictures and would love the opportunity to take them. If you'd like to nominate somebody, email me at mistydawnphotos@gmail.com.
Good for you Misty. I am very proud of you!
ReplyDeleteI would like to reserve a shoot in March or April for family pictures of the boys, Kevin and I. Let me know! Good for you for setting some limits!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to use your talents. I need to schedule an appointment now for a September shoot. Are you available?
ReplyDeletegood for you! that pay it forward thing is such a wonderful idea. you're a good person. and i love you.
ReplyDeleteWhile I'm super bummed, I TOTALLY understand why you're doing it and SO glad you're still doing some photo shoots! What a good way to balance. I'll check with Adam and see if we'll still be able to do family pics this year. I'll let you know--looks like I'll have to reserve now to get you though! Also, great idea on the free photo shoot!
ReplyDeleteI was wondering when you were gonna switch. You just did. Youll be much less stressed out.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! There are so many people that could be blessed with your talent! You're a great person, and family is always first! Way to spread the Lord's love!! :)
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