If I had to choose one conference to attend, with out a doubt I would jump up and down like a little kid and scream WPPI! When I first arrived at the hotel I had mixed feelings, mostly because I was by myself (Katherine was arriving until the morning) and I had never stayed at a hotel alone. Yes I am a BIG mama’s girl! I rushed to my room, dropped off my things and ran to the event of the evening: YOUNG GUNS! The two-hour lecture/motivational speeches were incredible. There they were, 12 amazing young photographers who at some point had been in my shoes. They spoke about what made them unique in the business and how to set yourself apart just by being YOU! After that I knew I was in for a great three days. The rest of the days I attended classes taught by some of the greatest like Mike Colon, Catherine Hall, Tomas Munoz, Joe Buissink, Dennis Reggie and Jesh de Rox. On top of the classes they also have the biggest and baddest trade show where hundreds of vendors are waiting for the bees to go straight to the hunny. There was definitely some swarming going on. There are just so many you don’t even know where to start. Probably the best thing that happens at WPPI is networking with others who share the same passion. I met some great new friends and I know we will be keeping in touch. I met more Houston photographers in Vegas then I had here. Go figure. It was quite an experience and I came back with so many ideas that I hope you stick around to see. One thing is for sure-I am going to WPPI 2009. It is going to become the thing to do every year. Here are some photos from the convention.
As you can see I met some of the industry’s young photogs. They were so sweet and they definitely don’t let the fame go to their heads, you know this when they remember your name. SWEET! The bottom right photo is from the 30 second photoshoot with [b]ecker. He made an announcement on his blog about meeting up and he would take a headshoot. About 60-70 photographers were there and I was lucky enough to get shoot by [b]. We’ll see how it comes out.
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Joana: I can really tell you still have that high energy level from Vegas in your blood. I am so happy that you were able to attend the WPPI. I am amazed at the pics with [b]ecker and Jessica Claire. WOW, what an opportunity. SO, so, so happy for you, you just can’t imagine! — Rebeca
Fun times! Your photo by [b] turned out great, btw! I saw it on the site.
How are you loving the 5D?? I’m sure you’re just as attached to it as I am to mine.
And yes, that 85 1.2 lens is AMAZING! Very, very fun!
Talk to you soon, my dear.
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