Hey guys!! I am really excited to let you know that I will be speaking on the Showit national tour in a couple of weeks. ShowIt has asked me to share some branding and marketing strategies for growing your creative photography business. How fun is that? I am seriously stoked to be there to talk about what I am really passionate about. I am a little nervous but I am more excited about talking, connecting, dreaming, and exploring with all of you guys. This will be really fun!! Plus my husband Brian gets to go with me and he is BEYOND STOKED!! He said “I can’t believe my wife is the one taking me on my first bus tour”. hhaha. That’s awesome. And I am so excited that the UBER TALENTED and great friend Molly Jenson will be touring with us as well. She is going to BRING IT!! If you don’t know Molly…get to know her. You might recognize her stellar voice as she’s the featured vocalist on almost all of Jon Foreman‘s (switchfoot) solo EP’s. She’s a legend.
ABOUT THE SHOWIT TOUR:
9 Different Cities // 9 Different Speakers. The Freedom Tour is coming to you! SHOWIT’s Freedom Tour 2010 is your opportunity to hear from industry leaders in 4 jam packed hours of education and inspiration covering topics from photography, fusion, marketing, branding, and web presence; all focused around freeing your business to grow. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet and network with your local Showit family and The Crew.
Freedom Speakers – Hear from 3 industry leaders on topics all focusing on freeing your business to grow – Jessica Claire, Jasmine Star, Bob Davis, The Grays, Promise Tangeman, Rudy Arpia, Ron Dawson, The Boudoir Divas, Gabriel Ryan and some very special guests! Speakers will rotate as Showit goes to different cities. When you purchase a ticket to Freedom Tour 2010 recordings of all speakers will be available for download.
Showit LIVE! – Each city’s event will begin with one-on-one training from a Support Stud. If you are not a Showit subscriber you can come to Showit LIVE to find our more about Showit.
My part specifically will be an interactive conversation about identifying who you are, how to go about the creative process and brainstorming, and then how to make it come to life. We have all sat and listened to the really inspiring speakers talk about the importance of having a strong clear brand, being yourself, and being unique. BUT HOW THE HECK does that translate to a visual design?!?! The session will be the practical application and implementation of how to do just that. We will be looking at branding examples, critiquing, and talking about (but not limited to) the following 3 points.
POINTS WE WILL TALK ABOUT:
1. Define the vibe. Find and develop the visual look and feel of YOUR brand.
2. Rebrand vs. Brand Adjustment?!? Should I? why? when? And how to.
3. Implement your current branding into a showit site. Learn how to get the best results and not be overwhelmed.
I will be in 4 different cities across the nation. Here are the dates and locations:
Phoenix, AZ – June 21
Austin, TX – June 23
Atlanta, GA – June 25
Washington DC – June 28
To get tickets go HERE!!! Just click on your city and it will take you to check out!! I am really excited to meet some new faces and connect with great friends on this tour.
For photographers and creative business owners: Please leave some feedback in the comment section about these topics of conversation. Have you struggled with your branding development in the past? Do you have questions? Or other suggestions for topics to touch on? What are the specific setbacks you have had when branding? Anything thats hard or confusing in this process for you? I would really love to hear from YOU, even if you cannot attend. Thanks bunches. I totally hope to see you on tour.
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Casia Fletcher - I just wanted to say ‘CONGRATS!’. Don’t know if Eric & I will be able too attend but last yrs was filled with LOTS of fabulous info. And I’m sure you’ll bring it to the next level!!! Keep inspiring
Melissa Jill :) - Hey Prom — I’m excited to hear your thoughts on #2 – Rebrand vs. Brand Adjustment. Sounds REALLY interesting! I love that you’re sharing the practical side! I’ve got my ticket! Can’t wait! xoxo
Nathan - I’m super-excited for you Promise! What a sweet op. Although, I must confess… I am a little sad that the tour isn’t stopping here in Washington.
promisetangeman - i know. haha. OH the poor Northwest. It always gets excluded from things.
haha.
Julie - Congrats with such a awesome opportunity. Enjoy and good luck!
Misty - I so need to go one to one of these but you wouldn’t be at the one in Chi town!
Annie - Dang! PLEASE come to Australia!
I struggle with my brand because I change my mind like I change my clothes. I can’t seem to find that SOMETHING that I truly connect with. I need you Promise!
Congratulations on this opportunity and have an AMAZING time!
DJ - Amped!
Evie Perez - I am stocked that you are coming to Atl!!!! I can’t wait to hear from all of the fab. speakers. You all are going to do great. See ya in Atlanta
brian wurzell - WOOO HOOOO!!!! I’m so proud of you Prom! I can’t wait to learn more from you too. You’re my favorite. Love you!
Erin - Wow! The topics look great! You wouldn’t happend to wanna talk at the Nashville one would you??
jenni - wooo see you in DC girl!
alex evjen - So proud of you, Promise!
promisetangeman - Erin!! I am not going to be at the Nashville one. but they have some AMAZING speakers lined up for that one.
you wont be disappointed.
Erin - Promise, Bummmer. I’m sure the Nash one will be great though! Hopefully I can make it. Good luck on your leg of the tour!!
Becka @Studio222 Photography - Congrats Promise.
You’ll rock it.
Hannah - congrats, so exciting!!
but i have to admit, im pretty bummed your not coming to sf.
next time
your going to do amazing!
Lora Ayers - Promise!! I just bought my ticket, thanks for coming to the ATL!! xoxo, Lora
jillian - Hey Promise,
Is Showit strictly for photographers?
Or do musicians/designers/artists use it as well?
I tried to find some info on the website, but I couldn’t really find the answers to my questions.
I’m a little dense sometimes.
haha.
promisetangeman - jillian,
showit markets to photographers… but anyone can use it. churches, musicians, artists, designers, small businesses… YOU NAME IT!! i designed my site through them.
promisetangeman - oh i meant i designed my official website through them. http://www.promisetangeman.com
jen - soooo wish I could make the Austin, TX one!
Kimberlee - Excited to meet you, Promise! We’ll see you in a few days!
xoxo, The Divas
Jessica - Hey Promise…
I’d like to give a shout out to Jillian if you don’t mind, and let her know that ShowIt is awesome!!! I’m a Graphic Designer who has a small business creating Special Event Stationary (a.k.a. Wedding Invitations
). I know Dreamweaver but ShowIt is much more user friendly! Another good resource, if your looking to just post some samples of your work, is Carbonmade. You can post up to 5 subjects with 5 images in each = 25 images of your work, and it’s all for free 
Promise, I’m bummed you wont be speaking in NY (location closet to me). Even though I’m branded it never hurts to bring things to the next level. I think your topics for the lecture are clear, to the point and will help those who are struggling. My only suggestion would be to create some kind of step-by-step process, for topic number 1, to really dig deep into ones aesthetic. Just cause you like graffiti doesn’t mean it’s the right look for your brand…LOL. Also, keeping i mind, your brand will define the kind of clientele you will attract.
Thanks for your blog Promise, it’s totally got me back in touch with my artist self! Good luck at the conference
Maybe, if I get lucky, I can get to DC.
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