The TAPPA Tribune - August 2019

August, 2019

The TAPPA Tribune is the monthly magazine of the Tampa Area Professional Photographers Association

Contents It’s time for some tough love

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Sales 3 Competition 4 Turning your art into money and marketing

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Linda Long

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This Month’s Program

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RSVP 4 Photos from the meeting

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Upcoming Events

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Print of the Month Rules

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ADVERTISE 26 Be a Part of Something Great

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Board of Directors

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On the cover: Photo by Jennifer McCants Visit TAPPA on FaceBook

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Sales

It’s time for some tough love

How can you expect someone to spend money on your photography if you wont?

We do it without even thinking about it. The questions usually go like this: “What’s the most affordable _______”. Translation: What’s the cheapest. That’s not how to run a business. You’re hurting yourself. Think about it; you’re doing exactly what you criticize your prospects for doing.

The question to ask is “what’s the best _______”.

Going cheap on your business is a false economy it makes your life harder and it shows that you don’t take your business seriously. I’m not saying you have to go all out, but if your business cards say VistaPrint on the back of them, you will not get top dollar assignments. Everything that is associated with you must be excellent. Your web site, your business cards, your promotional materials all have to at least be up to the level of the people you want to attract.

Ok, end of rant. I want you to be successful, so please, don’t be cheap with yourself.

Chuck Vosburgh has more than 30 years of experience as a commercial photographer and author of How to Sell Photography Without Sounding Like a Salesman.

Learn more at http://vosburghphoto.com Chuck can be reached at Chuck@ChuckVosburgh.com or 727.743.1740

FREE Course: Answers to Common Objections for Photographers http://sellingphotographyiseasy.com/ Scroll to the bottom of the page and get it for free!

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This Month’s Program

Competition Turning your art into money and marketing Linda Long

Competition is more than simply selecting

Meeting Details

and entering your best photographs. It is a journey which challenges makers to push the limits of their skills and it forces them to grow

Tuesday, August 13, 2019 Social and Networking 6:00-6:15 Print of the Month entries must be in by:

6:15

Announcements

6:15-6:30

Meeting and Awards Â

6:30-7:00

Program 7:00-9:00

$20 RSVP at: http://tappa.org/r-s-v-p-meeting/ TAPPA Meets on the 2nd Tuesday 6pm at: Bryan Glazer Family JCC 522 N Howard Ave. Tampa, FL 33606 info@tappa.org Tel: 727-577-5172

RSVP

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NEW MEETING PLACE!

and change, becoming better photographers through the process.

While competition is widely regarded as the best way to learn and grow, it is rarely seen as a money making endeavor. Join Linda as she shows you how to turn competition work into a viable component of your business-from bringing in new clients, gaining respect from the community, garnering greater client loyalty and even how you can get clients to pay you to photograph for competition!

Linda Long Bio M. Photog. Cr., CPP, FDPE, FSA, FED

Fifteen years ago Linda started a photography business on a whim. Her hobby quickly grew into a full time endeavor and has grown into the premier Tallahassee portrait and wedding studio.

Linda is the FPP Competition Manager and an IPC juror in training. She has earned: 2017 FPP Photographer of the Year, The Becker Award, five time Florida Top Ten Photographer, six time Tallahassee Photographer of the Year, and lots of other accolades for her work. www.LongsPhotography.com www.Facebook.com/LongsPhoto

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Print of the Month - Portrait First place: Jennifer McCants

Print of the Month - Portrait Second place: Michael Landes

Print of the Month - Portrait Third place: Michael Landes

Print of the Month - Commercial First place: Randy Van Duinen

Print of the Month - Commercial Second place: Scott Morrison

Print of the Month - Commercial Third place: Randy Van Duinen

Print of the Month - Unclassified First place: Randy Van Duinen

Print of the Month - Unclassified Second place: Scott Morrison

Print of the Month - Unclassified Third place: Jennifer McCants

Photos from the meeting

Photos: Scott Morrison

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Upcoming Events

Print of the Month Rules - Prints are to be mounted.

August 19

TAPPA Social at Jack Willie’s Bar, Grill & Tiki 6pm, 1013 St. Petersburg Dr W Oldsmar FL

August 23

TAPPA Video Workshop Location to be announced

September 17

TAPPA Social at The Getaway 6pm, 13090 Gandy Blvd N, St Pete

September 27-29

Focus Convention

More info: FPPonline.org

October 8

TAPPA Meeting

6pm, Bryan Glazer Family JCC, 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa

October 19

- Size: 8x10.

- Electronic Imaging size can be two 8x10 taped together on the back and spread open for viewing.

- Three entries per member each month.

- There must be at least three entries in a category for that category to be included in the monthly competition.

- All entries MUST have your name and the category you wish to enter on the back of the print.

- Prints must be turned in before 6:25 pm.

Prints received after 6:25 will not be accepted!

TAPPA Social at Seminole Lanes

Galactic Bowling, 8668 Park Blvd N, Seminole

October 25

Drone Workshop

Location to be announced

November 12

TAPPA Meeting

6pm, Bryan Glazer Family JCC, 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa

November 19

TAPPA Social at 81Bay Brewing Company 6pm, 4465 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa

December 8

TAPPA Holiday Party

Location to be announced

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More information on all of these events and more TAPPAcan Tribune be found in this newsletter and at TAPPA.org

Winners: - Please send your winning files to Chuck@ChuckVosburgh.com for the newsletter as soon as possible.

Deadline for publication is one week after the meeting.

- Name your files by your last name-place-category. For example: Smith-1st-Portrait.jpg - Resolution 1500 pixels on the longest side or greater is acceptable.

JPEG format is preferable.

The TAPPA Tribune is published monthly for the membership of the Tampa Area Professional Photographers Association. Its purpose is to share knowledge and insight with the photographic industry.

The deadline for submission of articles and ad changes is the 15th of the month.

Permission is hereby granted to reprint the contents of this newsletter, provided the authors and The TAPPA Tribune are recognized as the source. The ideas and views expressed do not necessarily reflect the policies of the Tampa Area Professional Photographers Association; they are solely those of the authors and editor.

Editor: Chuck Vosburgh 300 62nd Street North St. Petersburg, FL 33710 Chuck@ChuckVosburgh.com 727.743.1740

Advertising: To advertise in the TAPPA Tribune, please contact the editor for rates and distribution information.

Meetings: TAPPA monthly meetings take place the second Tuesday of the month at:

LOCATION Holiday Inn 700 N Westshore Blvd Tampa, FL 33609 Networking Meeting

ADVERTISE In the TAPPA Tribune For information and rates, contact Chuck Vosburgh at Chuck@ChuckVosburgh.com or call 727.743.1740

Visit us on the web at TAPPA.org

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Register online at TAPPA.org

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Be a Part of Something Great Being a part of TAPPA has many benefits both professionally and personally. Your annual dues helps TAPPA provide nationallevel educational programs every month, a great place to meet and many other educational and social opportunities throughout the year.

Membership Classification PROFESSIONAL MEMBER: (Voting) An individual that is a Florida resident. An individual who owns a legally established business engaged in selling photographic goods or services to the public. An individual who is employed by a legally established photographic business. May vote, hold office, use the TAPPA logo, and enter print competition. A valid Sales Tax Number and Occupational License are required. Annual dues are $75 plus a new member registration fee of $10.

ASSOCIATE MEMBER: For additional members from the same firm or studio already represented by a PROFESSIONAL MEMBER. They may not vote, hold office, or display the TAPPA logo, but may enter print competitions. The PROFESSIONAL MEMBER’S Sales Tax Number and Occupational License are required.

Annual dues are $65 plus a new member registration fee of $10.

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MEMBER: For enthusiasts, hobbyists, non-professionals, and newcomers to the profession, who are not associated with any PROFESSIONAL or LIFE MEMBER and may just be getting started in the profession.

They may not vote, hold office, or display the TAPPA logo, but may enter print competitions. No Sales Tax or Occupational License are required. Annual dues are $65 plus a new member registration fee of $10.

STUDENT: An individual that is currently enrolled in photography related courses in the State of Florida and can provide authentic student identification. May not vote, hold office, or use the TAPPA logo, but may enter print competitions. Annual dues are $35 plus a new member registration fee of $10.

SPOUSE: An individual not engaged in photography whose spouse is a TAPPA member. May not vote, hold office, use the TAPPA logo or enter print competitions.

Annual dues are $25 plus a new member registration fee of $10.

Questions? You can always email our Membership Director.

A membership application is on the next page or go to TAPPA.org

Tampa Area Professional Photographer’s Association Membership Application Your Name ____________________________________________

Code of Ethics

Business Name _________________________________________

1. I will endeavor to enhance and ennoble the status of the photographic profession by maintaining a dignity of manner in my behavior, in the presentation of my photography and photographic services, in the appearance of my studio or place of business and in all other forms of public contact.

Business Address _______________________________________ City _______________________ State _____ Zip _____________ Business Phone ________________________________________ Cell ____________________ Home Ph ______________________ Email Address __________________________________________ Web Address ___________________________________________ Photographic Degrees ____________________________________ ______________________________________________________ FPP Member? Yes / No If yes, membership number: __________ PPA Member? Yes / No If yes, membership number: __________

TAPPA Membership Classification (check one) ______ PROFESSIONAL: (Voting) An individual (Florida resident) who owns a legally established business engaged in selling photographic goods or services to the public, OR, an individual who is employed by a legally established photographic business. May vote, hold office, use the TAPPA logo, and enter print competition.

Annual dues are $99

______ASSOCIATE: For additional members from the same firm or studio already represented by an ACTIVE TAPPA Professional member. They may not vote, hold office but may use the TAPPA logo and enter print competitions.

2. I will observe the highest standard of honesty in all my transactions, avoiding the use of false titles, confusing or inaccurate technical terms or descriptions and misleading terms or claims.

3. I will at all times endeavor to produce only those types of photographs and photographic services that will enhance the prestige of the profession, to apply my best efforts on behalf of the public, and to play my part in raising the general standard of photographic craftsmanship.

4. I will show a friendly spirit of cooperation with my fellow professional photographers and assist them whenever possible should they be in trouble or difficulty.

5. I will assist and give of my knowledge to the members of my profession, and will encourage them individually and collectively, so that the quality of photography may constantly be raised to higher standards.

6. In all matters relating to the interpretation of this code I will recognize the authority of the Tampa Area Professional Photographers Association, Inc., and agree to hold harmless the Board of Directors in any decision made on behalf of the organization.

I have read the above Code of Ethics and agree to abide by it, evidenced by my signature in ink this ___________ day of _______________ 20_____. Any member of the Tampa Area Professional Photographers Association, may be reprimanded, suspended, or expelled by the Board of Directors for a violation of the Code of Ethics, or the Bylaws.

Annual dues are $85

______ STUDENT: An individual that is currently enrolled in photography related courses in the State of Florida and can provide authentic student identification. May not vote, hold office but may use the TAPPA logo and enter print competitions

Signature

______ SPOUSE: An individual not engaged in photography whose spouse is a TAPPA member. May not vote, hold office or enter print competitions.

Please make checks payable to TAPPA Or pay online at www.tappa.org

Annual dues are $45

Annual dues are $25

This application must be completed in full with proper fees, prior to being considered for membership.

Benjamin Todd 813.431.2873 bwtodd75@gmail.com Chuck Vosburgh 727.743.1740 Chuck@ChuckVosburgh.com Lee Burgess 727.724.1022 lee2810@verizon.net Rob Moorman 727.527.1237 cameradude1@earthlink.net Randy Van Duinen 727.577.5172 randy@rvdphotography.com Karen Barnett 727.267.8296 oakcrestproductions@tampabay.rr.com Susan Black 813.230.6472 suzi@suzibee.com Carol Walker 727.5775626 carol@thomasbruce.com Robert Sargent 813.930.7390 robert@sargentphotography.com Michael Landes 863.512.2637 landesmr@yahoo.com Ginny Otto 715.252.3195 ottophotography@icloud.com Booray Perry 813.728.7110 booray@boorayperry.com CJ Moment 813.244.6716 cj@annointedproductions.com

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TAPPA Advisors

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Board of Directors

2018 Officers President

Brad Hall

727 577-5172

Randy@RVDphotography.com

Vice President

Karen Barnett

727 386-9610

oakcrestproductions@tampabay.rr.com

Secretary

Lee Burgess

727 267-8296

Lee@LeeBurgessPhoto.com

Treasurer

Patricia McFarlane

Past President

Randy Van Duinen

Directors

Chris Chandler

Trishmacmacphoto@yahoo.com 813 431-2873

Randy@RVDphotography.com

Jessica Hall

(727) 423-3146

Jessica@HotLavaStudios.com

Glenn Nielson

(813) 540-4200

Glenn@PicsInTheGlenn.com

FPP Delegate

Lee Burgess

727 724-1022

Lee@LeeBurgessPhoto.com

Membership

Patricia MacFarlane

Program

Brad Hall

727 386-9610

Brad@HotLavaStudios.com

Salon

Michael Landes

863 512-2637

LandesMr@yahoo.com

Door Prize

Glenn Nielsen

813 540-4200

Glenn@PicsInTheGlenn.com

Scholarship

Kathryn DeYoung

Past President

Committees Trishmacmacphoto@yahoo.com

kathryndeyoung316@yahoo.com

Audio Visual Newsletter Editor

Chuck Vosburgh

727 743-1740

Chuck@ChuckVosburgh.com

Social Media Photographer

Warren Fuss

tuna.fuss@gmail.com

Web Master

Kevin Newsome

813 968-2810

Kevin@NewsomesStudio.com

Hospitality

Rob Moorman

(727) 423-3146

cameradude1@gmail.com