LIGHT....~....BULB!!

There are times where I tell myself "I could really use a better brain!" and then there are times like tonight and those moments where my pure creative genius kicks in and then I'm like "Screw that, this brain is the Shit!"

There are always crazy thoughts and ideas brewing through this little head of mine, no not crazy as in psycho killer crazy ok...geez peeps too much media, too much media! Crazy as in "Why the heck didn't I think of this before!"

Ok...so ill get to it, now before I start spitting off my idea to the world for some home body who doesn't really use their brain and who actually makes an effort to read this blog I am just going to take a moment and wonder if putting this out there is a "Good Idea"

Bob your head a little now to the Jeopardy theme song for minute while I think....

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Ok, considering I do not know that many photographers close to me I think I'm safe exploring this idea for a few to see! I would love to get feedback anyway to see what others think about it. Most of you already know that photography is a passion of mine, if not I am ashamed and you do not need to be reading this! lol
I have been trying to get this photography business off the ground, gaining more clients etc...however it is a tad difficult when I am unable to give it my full-time attention because it is not my full-time job. I have a web hosting page/gallery, I have a facebook, I have all the necessary equipment, and I know my work is pretty good. Most of the business is going to rise from word of mouth. I have done plenty of comparisons on pricing and I know I am way competitive and I think that with my lower prices you actually get more than most other photographers and by doing this it means my business may never be able to gain any real income for me especially since this is a part time thing. I asked myself tonight "How can I do something I enjoy, give back to the community, and gain more clientele?"

There are so many people out there who are struggling right? wither someone needs a special treatment for their health they cannot afford because health insurance doesn't cover it, or a family who needs clothing for their kids, or an animal shelter who needs funds to help homeless animals....whatever the case may be, FRiTZ Photography will help fund these times of need. I will dedicate 2 months to One important need and every session booked with me during those months 50% of the proceeds will go to that particular need. If the need is important to you, it is important to me. Help me, Help you! If I do this all year long, I can help the lives of 6 people/charities per year. Not only will my clients be getting fabulous edited pictures of their family,weddings, children, pets, events etc...they get to help as well. Its a win win all around. If they choose to give more than my session fees thats even better! This is the best way I feel I can get my name and my work out there to the community while also giving back. I am not talking just big charities either, even individuals who just need a little extra help that big charities don't even bat an eye at. I can host a 2 month charity for these individuals given proper proof of their need, they can help me spread the word to everyone they know and I will do what I can for them.

Oh and any landscape/Architecture piece by FRiTZ Photography that someone wants to buy a poster, canvas, or framed art from during these months will also go towards these specific needs/charities.

And that is where my brain led me this evening. I feel pumped about it and I think I am going to research this a little more and see If I can turn this into a solid reality. What do you think?
      

Welcome 2013!!

I cannot even come to explain how excited I am for this new year. Probably more excited than I ever have been in the past welcoming a new year. I have such a great feeling about it and I am finally feeling like things are going to fall into place exactly where I hope them to.

You know, I had spoken to a psychic back in 2010 (this was just a fun thing we did together at this event with my bestie) and I was told that 27 was going to be my best year. She had said some things about my deceased grandmother and how she was trying to tell me to "Pay Attention", that I do not pay attention enough apparently and that anytime I smell roses, it is her. I was also told that I need to stop trying to have control over everything and to stop trying to be a perfectionist. I would apparently find a man who will take the reigns and catch me off guard who will take control and that I needed to allow him to do so. Oh and she kept saying that I have gifted hands. That I am supposed to become some sort of healer? hmmm....

I'm not big into the whole psychic babble, and I will say 27 better not be my best year because that was 2012 and it was definitely not a great year for me. Do I need to pay more attention? probably. Am I perfectionist? yes at times I am with certain things, but I wouldn't be who I am today if I wasn't. Control? Yes, who else is going to control my life but me? I did meet a great man, we compliment each other very well and as far as control goes, well I think we both balance it well together. As far as becoming a healer, well that is way out of my realm as far as I can imagine, I think this chic was kinda crazy and did not like me much to be honest lol.

Anyway...back to this New Year. Here are some of the things I am feeling great about:

• My job- Things seem to be picking up more at work and I plan to focus more and market myself more to the industry so I can continue on my path of success in the Kitchen and Bath Industry. I have a really good feeling this year is going to really pay off financially compared to last year. 
• My Photography- I just purchased an indoor photo set up so I can do more indoor creative shoots with clients. I have a couple shoots already for January set up and I am going to work harder at this hobby of mine to make sure I can really give it the attention that it deserves. I updated the gallery website as well and I am looking into setting up competitions and more promotions to gain more clientele.
• My relationship- I feel great about where my relationship is with John and feel like this year is going to be so fulfilling for both us. We have so many things we want to do together this year and its just going to be a blast!
• Money- Yes we all think about it right? its always an issue and unfortunately you need it to survive. I have a great feeling I will be able to save more and I will work hard to do so. There are certain things I want to focus on paying off and many travels I want to go on so this is one of my priorities!
• Passion- I feel so driven by my passions and being able to do them everyday is awesome to me. I have a great feeling that this passion is going to thrive this year and it is going to be noticed in all aspects of my life.
• Exercise- I do not need to exercise we all know this. Regardless of my weight and how thin I am, exercise is healthy and I love to dance so It is a start to getting in shape in this year....and I am hoping to start with Zumba unless I can find something more interesting! I am so ready to really start dancing and feeling good!
• Stress- I am feeling good that there will be less stress this year, however if there is stress that comes up I am going to do my best to keep it under wraps and make sure I find ways to de-stress so it doesn't affect my everyday
• Friendships/Family- I feel good that I am going to be able to meet great people and carry on good friendships this year. I want to spend more time with family/friends because it is these people that you need in your life to help keep you sane and help push you forward toward your goals and most importantly without them I wouldn't have as many laughs and good moments.

 Welcome 2013! Lets start off this year right!