December, 2019
The TAPPA Tribune is the monthly magazine of the Tampa Area Professional Photographers Association
Contents I don’t have time
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Sales 3 This Month’s Program
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Tampa Area Photographers Association Gala & Awards Banquet 4 A word from Ron Grecco
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Photos from the TAPPA Dry Creek Photo Safari
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Photos from the meeting
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Advertise 21 Be a Part of Something Great
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Board of Directors
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On the cover: Photo by Scott Morrison Visit TAPPA on FaceBook TAPPA.org info@TAPPA.org
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Photo: Scott Morrison
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I don’t have time By Chuck Vosburgh
The most common excuse I hear for not doing something is “I don’t have time”. If you have ever said this about the things you need to do to make your business what you really want it to be, read this. Everyone has the same amount of time in a day. Some build empires and some do nothing. Chances are you’re somewhere in-between, but you’d like to do more. So how do we get more time? The first step is to see how you’re spending your time. Do a time audit for one week. Keep track in 15 minute increments what you’re doing. Be honest. When you’re done, look it over and you’ll see how much time you’re spending on things that don’t get you closer to your goals. Compare time spent on things that are getting you closer to your goals to the time spent that do not get you closer to your goals. Next, look at the ones that don’t and decide what you’re willing to cut so you can spend that time on something that’s moving you forward. Want to be successful? You have to put in the work.
Here are the most common things that may not be moving you forward: • Average person watches 35.5 hours a week watching television1 • Average person spends 17 hours a week on social media a week2 That’s a potential 52.5 hours a week. What do you think would happen if you spent half of that time on your business each week? I made a form for doing your time audit. Email me at Chuck@ChuckVosburgh.com and I’ll send it to you. If you have any questions or need help, call me at 727-743-1740 and I’ll answer the phone. Really. Put me to the test. Chuck Vosburgh has more than 30 years of experience as a commercial photographer and author of How to Sell Photography Without Becoming a Salesman. Learn more at http://vosburghphoto.com Chuck can be reached at Chuck@ChuckVosburgh.com or 727.743.1740 1: Nielson Report, 2017 2: Global Web Index study, 2019
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This Month’s Program
Tampa Area Photographers Association Gala & Awards Banquet Sunday, December 8, 2019 at 6 PM – 10:30 PM Feather Sound Golf and Country Club
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A word from Ron Grecco As many of you may know, our friend Ron Grecco has been fighting cancer for the last two years. Sadly, Ron had to leave us on Friday, October 18th. Roger Slater and I had the personal blessing of visiting with him just a week before he passed. Ron was happy and truly wearing that infectious smile that he always had. During my visit we laughed and we cried. He was just beginning to eat his meal and I told him he should eat his dessert first. He laughed and ordered a second dessert! We discussed spiritual things and talked photography for a long time, as he finished all 3 courses. After we returned to his little apartment at the facility he really opened up. Ron asked me to share a message with the photography community, so here goes:
“Please let all in the photography community know that I have truly found peace in all of this. I am no longer worried or concerned. God is in control. My time is near and that is the natural order of things. The best thing you could do for me is to carry on being your best at creating images. Never stop, work hard and grow as a photographer and more importantly as a human�. One minute after giving that to me he fell asleep in his chair. Ron has made a huge influence in many photographers’ lives and I urge you to do the same. I know how much he would love that.
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Photos from the TAPPA Dry Creek Photo Safari Patricia Mc Farlane
Kelly Marley
Lee Burgess
Steve Widoff
Jennifer McCants
Scott Morrison
Photos from the meeting
Photos: Scott Morrison
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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
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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
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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
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______ 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
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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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