Monday, December 21, 2009, 08:27 AM
Meet Lori & David, they are photographers out of Knoxville, TN with a vision to do something great with their business. They want to leave a footprint on this industry, on this world... and they will. Lori & David have a heart to love others, the passion to succeed, and the hard work ethic to thrive. They are in the beginning stages of their journey and we cannot wait to see how they will grow and where they end up. I feel like our day went so fast.... we covered the gamut in this mentor session. Working with husband and wife teams in our consulting sessions is always especially fun for us. It's like going on an 8 hour double date and pouring our hearts into a couple that we want to see succeed, and helping them navigate all of the facets of running a business together.

Helping Lori and David set up a roadmap for their business was so fun. Every mentor session is customized to where a person is at in their journey and since Lori and David are starting out, our goal was to help them avoid things that waste their time and money; and instead invest in the things that will make their business grow and flourish. We challenged them to get out of their comfort zones with the way they shoot, process & edit. And taught them how to finesse their workflow so that it is streamlined and flawless; resulting in ecstatic clients and a more balanced life.  We did a full portfolio review, worked on lighting and  discussed how to make a lit situation look like as if it were all natural light. This day was soo rich!!! I just adore these two! 

And a huge shout out to the ACE for the killer room that we shot in. We love the team over there at the Ace. The hotel ALWAYS takes care of our mentor session clients with kindness and grace, going out of their way to make them happy. 





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Brenda Landrum says: Monday, December 28, 2009, 09:42 PM

Get Out!!! I love this series of images and the second image....I looked at it for a long time. :) So much joy jumps out of my screen at me!!!

Justin James says: Tuesday, December 22, 2009, 06:07 PM

Love this series. I love the simplicity of it. Thanks for sharing...

Nancy says: Tuesday, December 22, 2009, 05:41 AM

I love this, someday I want my own session too. ;)

Lisa says: Monday, December 21, 2009, 02:20 PM

Okay, so I've got an idea.....how about you come to Australia so I can absorb some knowledge off you both!! ; ) I've probably said this a ton of times before but your work is just so inspiring.

Heather Stringer says: Monday, December 21, 2009, 01:46 PM

To: Lori and David, you guys are wonderful and it was great meeting you all. love the life exuding from these photos and in acutality...see you around, heh?
From: Heather (and Jay, I'm surrre he'd agree with me)

To: Sarah and Chris, words will not do, how about a virtual hug and nod to how enjoyable you both are and how beautiful it is to see you do what impassions your lives. it was great to be in some of the scenes of Friday...
From: Heather (and Jay, I'm also sure he'd agree with me here too)

Lori says: Monday, December 21, 2009, 11:01 AM

Sarah & Chris, I can't begin to tell you how much we love these shots! They show us, our personality, our love! Thank you, for everything! You are such wonderful, full of life people. We are so thankful to now consider you friends.

alice says: Monday, December 21, 2009, 09:54 AM

Love your combination with of the fun and the detail shots! Such a cute couple, great location, and lovely little plant.

Marissa Rodriguez says: Monday, December 21, 2009, 09:23 AM

The last one is my favorite! My husband and I SO want to do one of these mentoring session with you guys! I can't wait for the day we actually can! :)

sarahrhoads says: Monday, December 21, 2009, 09:13 AM

@ohana sorry the comments FREAKED out on you! lol

ohana photographers says: Monday, December 21, 2009, 08:42 AM

oh my gosh one more time. love.

Alexandra says: Monday, December 21, 2009, 08:38 AM

These are so awesome :) Beautiful shots!

Melina ~honeybird says: Monday, December 21, 2009, 08:31 AM

SWEET pics Sarah! Thanks for my a.m. inspiration!