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June - Family Fridays
June 27 & 28 - Watermelon Bash or
Gone Fishing - Just4Fun Kid's Special
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Pro Tips
by Greg Patterson
(Note: If you missed my last article on the process of become Certified, I encourage you to step back a month or visit our Facebook page for the first part of this story)
Over the past few months I have been preparing for the CPP or Certified Professional Photographer's exam. An exam that is similar to, let's say, becoming a CPA, mortgage broker or some other professional service provider. Each of these areas requires the passing of the exam that culminates your knowledge of the field and your ability to provide professional services and ethical practices.
As a *professional educator, I write and give tests. The table was turned in this case, and I became the student once again. That's really OK as I love to learn and as a lecturer am ever learning to be the best possible professor for my students. So my journey began again but this time taking a passage or route I've already traveled.
The exam itself was broken down into seven sections totaling 100 questions. There were questions to be expected that covered the basic camera operations such as aperture and shutter speed, appropriate lens use and selection. One section, and one of my favorites, was the section on composition and design where things like tertiary, achromatic, facets of color, s-curve posing were questioned.
Digital Post Production section replaced the previous and dated section on darkroom processes and procedures. I do, however, miss the darkroom days of watching exposed photographic paper magically appear in Kodak Dektol.
The last section, which was weighted at 25%, was that of Lighting. This section too was one of my favorites as it covered things like the theory of light, color correction, angle of incidence, influences of color, lighting ratios, light modifiers, Rembrandt and split lighting. Lighting is such an important tool in my bag of knowledge as a Professional and I spend much time making this aspect of the portraits we capture the absolute best possible.
Houston was the destination of the exam, and I was thankful to have my wife Cindy as my driver which allowed me to review a few more hours. We also enjoyed the company of Creative Photography's Kellie Gann. (About six months back, both Clay Bostian and myself decided to walk through this process together. It's been a pleasure to work with Clay and Kellie as professionals with the same passion.)
The timed test allowed for two hours of knowledge to be poured out into the answers of strategically phrased questions. It took most of that time for me to work through the test, but at the end I felt there were only five questions where I was unsure.
FAST FORWARD....Unlike most modern tests that can be run through a Scantron for immediate results, we were painfully required to wait a few weeks for the result. The result was that of either PASS or FAIL.
I'm excited to say I received the notice that I am one step further along the process as I did PASS!
Have YOU stretched yourself, changed professions or done something similar? As always, I'm interested in your thoughts and comments.
*(Greg Patterson has been a full-time lecturer specializing in teaching photography, journalism and photojournalism at Stephen F. Austin State University since 1995.)
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The Patterson Guarantee
Our goal as your friend and professional photographer is to create happy clients for life. From the moment we meet you or speak with you on the phone til the moment your portrait is hung on your wall, we will treat you kindly and professionally. We go to great lengths to insure that our clients desires are met or exceeded every step of the way. If you are not thrilled with your portraits, we will make it right or give your money back. Thank you for being a part of our lives and our business. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Family Fridays
Every Friday morning this month
Every Friday morning in the month of June from 9am - 11am, we will be hosting Family Fridays. This is a great opportunity for families to get together to create a lasting professional portrait. Don't keep putting it off. This precious moment in your life is available for just a limited time.
Do you have a wall portrait of your family displayed within your home? Maybe above the sofa or mantel? Does it compliment your home decor, filling the space with a sense of "home sweet home?" If not, why not take advantage of this time right now and have something meaningful... emotional... and uniquely wonderful created just for you?
Each 30 minute portrait session is 1/2 OFF.
Two 8x10 portraits FREE with the purchase of any wall portrait.
This is such a great way to celebrate and remember your family's unique qualities and relationship.
Call now! (936)569-7116.
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Watermelon Bash or Gone Fishin'
Just4Fun Kid's Specials
June 27th & 28th
 There is so much summer fun happening right here at our studio. And we want YOU to be a part of it. Watermelon Bash, one of our client favorites, is our latest Just4Fun Kids Specials where children dress up in blue jeans, overalls, shorts and Tshirts and share in some delicious watermelon. What if Watermelon Bash is not for you? Then try our Gone Fishin' special in our very own pond. Same dates, same great deal. Two Incredible Specials
Two Days Only
Do them both if you want, but don't miss out on either. We only have a limited number of sessions available, so call today to be a part of this month's Just4Fun Kid's Special. (936) 569-7116 For those of you unfamiliar with our Just4Fun events, it is a theme based 15 minute portrait session with special packages starting at just $99. You are able to view your images immediately after the session to place your order. A facebook image is included with any package purchased. Call soon to schedule your child's appointment as times fill up fast. (936) 569-7116
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The Search is on for 2014 gCrew Models
 We had a great group of seniors enroll in our 2012-2013 gCrew Model Program. Now, we are in search for the next group of 2013-2014 seniors to be our newest models and school ambassadors.
The gCrew Modelship Program is a fun and exciting opportunity to have AMAZING senior portraits, make new friends, and earn some special portrait discounts or cash scholarships. If you or someone you know would be interested in learning what gCrew is all about, PLEASE send them our way. Or fill out an applications at http://gregpatterson.com/gcrew/
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PhotoBooth Fun at Your Summer Wedding!
 There is still time to book the MOST AWESOMEST wedding reception fun that is sweeping the nation! Include our PhotoBooth at your wedding reception and sit back and let the fun take over! Besides being a great way to create fun-lasting memories of the guests at your wedding reception, it gives them something entertaining to do while awaiting the arrival of Bride and Groom. PhotoBooth is a great new way of capturing candids of all the family and loved ones that didn't have a chance to be in your formal portraits. Go Booth-Crazy!!
Borrow the Props - Keep the Memories!
Give our studio a call to see what PhotoBooth is all about. (936) 569-7116 Check out our info page at http://gregpatterson.com/photobooth
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