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Wedding Workflow Michael Cate began his career in 1971 as a sports photographer and writer for his hometown newspaper while in high school.He and his wife Melinda opened their first studio in 1979. After five years of retail studio operation he opened a one hour color film lab which later caught on fire prompting him to reconsider his career. In 1984, Michael purchased stock in a community newspaper which he published for 8 years before establishing his own publishing company specializing in high quality pictorial history books. Throughout his career in publishing, he accepted commercial, portrait and event assignments in his spare time. Following the economic changes brought about by 911, Michael decided to return to photography full time and pursue his master degree. Since then he has become active in his local Houston Guild, Texas and National Associations where he earned his certification and is now completing the final merits of his certificate of business management and requirements to speak as an approved business instructor. Michael currently works from a residential office, specializing in weddings and location portraiture. In 2007, Michael and a partner photographer will open a portrait studio near Beaumont, Texas utilizing many of the techniques and experiences he will share now. Last year his community took a direct hit from hurricane Rita. Using the service and marketing techniques he will share, you'll discover how he survived and grew stronger from an event that shut down the SE Texas economy for five months. Challenging times are simply opportunities to work smarter while leaving the competition behind. Michael proves that sales, presentation, workflow and financial accountability must balance the artistic and creative efforts of todays photographer. Print Critique This month's print critique is open to images of any type of subject matter. Bring a print!! Future Programs July 11th: Lewis Kincheloe (Georgetown) - "Three Weddings and a Funeral" August 8th: Mark McCall (Lubbock) - "Digital Wedding Album" September 12th: John Murray - "Merit Photographs" October 10th: Jennifer and Ted Penland (Houston) - Marketing and Painter also in October - nomination of 2007 Guild officers November 14th: Lawrence Carpman - program TBA also in November - election of 2007 guild officers December 12th: Guild Christmas party Admission charge: No charge for members, $10 for guests. No charge for first time guests. HOTPPG Annual membership is $50 per calendar year. Dues are pro-rated quarterly for those joining mid year. You are receiving this email because you are either a member of HOTPPG or one of our members has identified you as someone who might be interested in participating in our functions. If you want to be removed from the list or if you wish to receive notices at a different address please contact bob@accurateimage.org |
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