My Stint in Denver with Peers and a Pet Fish

October 11, 2009
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The longer I stayed in Denver, the more I loved it.
At the time of my visit, the cold weather was crisp against my face; similar to that of the feeling portrayed in commercials when drinking an ice cold Sierra Mist. I am from Los Angeles and operate my business there. Therefore, [...]

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A Fun Few Days in Seattle

October 7, 2009
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Seattle was so much fun! I met new peeps (non-wedding photographers too), learned about other businesses, and caught a fish!
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I hosted my wedding photography marketing workshop for various photographers at Grand Hyatt in Seattle. The view from the hotel was breathtaking! I [...]

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Cap Juluca Wedding | Anguilla’s Premiere Caribbean Luxury Resort

October 7, 2009
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Cap Juluca is a luxury resort on the Caribbean island of Anguilla (USA Today calls it “where the elite retreat”). This Moorish-themed reception is surrounded by tropical trees and animals.
In 2004, Cap Juluca was selected as “Today Show’s” top destination wedding location. One lucky couple and their bridal party were transported to Anguilla [...]

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I Caught A Fish…WITH MY BARE HANDS!

October 2, 2009
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Whoever thinks that selling fish is boring is gravely mistaken.
If you own a business and want to stand out, you MUST WATCH the video below.
I heard about Pike’s Place Fish Market in Seattle years ago. They are well-known for their business practices. I first heard about them in @bullysaurus’s training videos [...]

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San Francisco Wedding Photographers

September 30, 2009
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I had the great honor of meeting a number of wickedly cool wedding photographers yesterday. Just like Chicago’s workshop, many of the attendees were not local to the hosting city, but still came out. I had attendees coming from all over California and from Canada!
If you are a bride, please check out the [...]

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WordPress + SEO + Google Meta Keywords

September 29, 2009
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Recently, there was a lot of talk about WordPress, SEO and Google not using meta keywords. That’s all fine and dandy, but I want to add my two cents into this mix.
I am not saying that I am a super expert in this area, but I have been pretty successful with targeted search results, [...]

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Shootsac Hip Slip: Stylish Laptop Bag Review

September 28, 2009
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Are you a frequent traveler or a person who likes stylish things? Either way, I want to share a new find – the Shootsac Hip Slip!
I’ve bought many laptop bags in the past. Some have great features, but end up being very heavy. Some are really light in weight, but end up lacking [...]

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Chicago Wedding Photographers

September 25, 2009
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Chicago – a beautiful city blend of modernity and history. The neighborhood combines tranquil, tree-lined blocks with commercial streets, which are filled with lively dance clubs and world-renowned bars. These luxurious cultural attractions also make fantastic wedding venues to celebrate unity.
Chicago is paired with some of the world’s top wedding photographers! It [...]

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Summer Holiday in Europe with Contiki

September 22, 2009
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I’ve been dreading this post simply because it’s going to be a long one! Just a warning, there are over 200 images; and I actually trimmed it down by a lot. When I was editing the pictures, I was reminded of the wonderful memories I shared with so many people. Gosh, I [...]

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What Makes A Successful Photography Business?

September 19, 2009
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How hard could it be to become a wedding photographer? If all I did was get a 5DMII, a couple of prime “L” lenses paired with Boutwell actions, I’m set, right? Being a wedding photographer is not very hard, but being a successful wedding photographer is difficult.
Over the past two years, I moved [...]

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Drinking Too Much Milk Leads To…A Funny Story

September 14, 2009
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Oh nelly! For those who do not know, (which is many of you) I have a condition I like to call “whimsical lactose intolerance.” I call it whimsical because my stomach will act up when it feels like it.
For those who are following me on twitter (@tofurious) or subscribed to my mailing list, [...]

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