Exploring Small Business

EXPLORING SMALL BUSINESS with Elaina Adams

When reflecting on our lives, we tend to ponder our most significant accomplishments before anything else. Yet, we often take life's small moments for granted. From family game night to cooking dinner with the people we love, these are the “little things” they always say makes life worth living. So why not document our fondest memories? If not for ourselves, then for future generations.

That's the goal of photographer Amanda Day. Amanda discovered a love for photography five years ago when she began doing it for her friends and family. In March of last year, she turned her passion into a business called Livin Imagery. Amanda specializes in at-home sessions, which she believes adds a personalized touch to the average family photo. "A home is filled with things you love, which makes everything a perfect prop," she said.

And there’s no need to worry about your whiny husband or spirited children complicating the shoot. From Amanda’s experience, a family getting photographed in their own space is just more comfortable than in other environments.

It’s important to point out, however, that Livin Imagery isn’t just about family photos. Amanda recently expanded her shutterbug repertoire into travel photography. Over the summer, she ventured out on a month-long trip across the western part of the United States, visiting various destinations throughout Utah, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada. When Amanda told me of her experience, I couldn't help but be a bit jealous. She witnessed jaw-dropping scenery, met incredible people, and captured every moment of it, too. Ugh, all I did was study for my real estate license.

Amanda also works with local businesses. She understands the importance of showing customers that you're more than just a faceless product. Professional photography is a valuable investment for companies of all sizes to establish or recreate their brand. Plus, having incredibly awesome photos of the thing you're most passionate about is never a bad thing.

When Amanda and I got together earlier this month, she showed me the importance of editing, taking me through her process, which she says is an integral part of her photography. At first glimpse, her images are absolutely stunning, so full of character, color, and creativity. It's astounding just how much of her artistic sensibility goes into every aspect of the process. It's truly inspiring.

If you're thinking about scheduling a photo shoot or this article inspired you to do so, look no further. Amanda was also kind enough to offer a complimentary 8x10 to anyone who books a session in October. The offer is valid for sessions scheduled now until the end of the year. So head to LivinImagery.com and get to booking! Also, be sure to check her out on Facebook (Livin Imagery LLC) and Instagram (livin.imagery). I'm looking forward to seeing all those photos of you guys reading my monthly column. We all know what a special time that is!

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