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GIVEAWAY: Brand Critique

Now that the busy season is behind you, it’s a great time to take a step back and evaluate your photography business. We’d love to help you in this process by offering a constructive critique of your photography brand… for FREE! We are giving away one Brand Critique session with our B!G DEAL BRANDING team. Sound good? We can’t wait to help!

HOW IT WORKS:

  • We’re giving away one ‘Brand Critique’ to one lucky photographer (a $150 value). The winner will receive a 1 hour Skype session with our team. We will walk you through our first impression of your brand and offer recommendations on what you can do to strengthen it. We’ll also give you a recap document with our specific suggestions on how to enhance your brand. These Brand Critiques were created to be constructive and ultimately encouraging. You can find out more information about this product on our store.

HOW TO ENTER:

  • All you need to do to enter is leave a comment below (on this blog post) that contains one link to your favorite photo shoot (wherever it may live: on your blog, facebook folder, etc) and briefly tell us what you loved most about this particular shoot.

We will select the winner randomly (through a random number generator associated with the number of each comment (first comment will be number 1, second will be number 2, etc)). Our winner will be announced on Friday, Dec 2nd, at 12:30pm PST. We can’t wait to see your images and hear from you on the comments below!!! (click “add a comment”)

*One entry per person/photography company (multiple entries will be disqualified). You must enter by Friday, Dec 2nd at 11:59am PST. The Brand Critique session must take place before Dec 21st 2011.

*UPDATE: Dunt, dunt dunnnnn, the WINNER is comment #6: Marina Koslow, CONGRATS!!! We’ll be contacting you soon to set up your critique.

Thanks so much to everyone who entered and for showing us all your beautiful work. We really enjoyed viewing each and every image you sent to us. If you’re still interested in doing a ‘Brand Critique’ with our team, we’d love to chat with you! Please hop on over to our store to purchase a session or email us for more information (hello@bigdealbranding.com). Have a great weekend everybody!

Nicole BenitezNovember 30, 2011 - 1:27 pm

What a killer giveaway! Thanks G&C! http://www.nicolebenitezphotographyblog.com/2011/10/alices-mad-hatterya-bridal-affair.html
I love all things style, color and a high fashion feel. This was the first shoot that I thought it encompassed all of my faves!

Cassie Leah PruiksmaNovember 30, 2011 - 1:37 pm

Hey guys! One of my recent favorite shoots was a maternity session on the beach… I love how blissful and carefree the couple is, and how each image embraces the power and simplicity of nature and love.
http://cassieleahphoto.blogspot.com/2011/10/carries-beachy-baby-bump-sarasota.html
C’mon lucky number 2!! ;)

Bethany GilbertNovember 30, 2011 - 1:42 pm

I hope this counts but this wedding was my favorite to date – http://bethanygilbert.com/blog/weddings/the-fabulous-style-is-just-the-icing-on-the-cake/. The couple is so genuine and relaxed and they have become good friends of mine. The wedding was rustic and laid back and a perfect representation of the couple. There were a ton of details that actually meant something to them rather than just being trendy.

wrecklessgirlNovember 30, 2011 - 2:09 pm

combining the magic of travel, vagabonding in my favourite part of the city (mississippi district portland), young love, shooting with one of my best friends (sara montour), beautiful people–very trusting & willing clients become repeat clients who become good/family friends–this is my favourite session: http://wrecklessphotography.blogspot.com/2011/02/tyler-christie-in-portland-oregon.html

AubreyNovember 30, 2011 - 2:14 pm

I love this giddy, easy going, comfortable, and oh so fun to photograph couple. http://www.theleekers.com/2011/09/19/holy-hotsauce-dayna-luke-engaged-lincoln-nebraska/

Marina KoslowNovember 30, 2011 - 4:02 pm

Awesome giveaway! Thanks guys:) here’s my link http://www.marinakoslowphotographyblog.com/?p=1588 . I like the lifestyle feel and happy mood of this session along with its pretty fall colors and some creative angles I was able to pull off.

amber fischerNovember 30, 2011 - 4:06 pm

I haven’t blogged my favorite shoot in its entirety yet so this is the best I can do right now. ( :

http://amberfischer.com/blog/2011/05/ten-random-photo-shoot-facts-on-tuesday/

What I loved most about this shoot was the crazy cool setting, the couple’s sweet style, the hodgepodge of colors/patterns, the fact that candy was involved, and the amount of fun that we had. The couple was so chill and willing to do anything. It was awesome.

(Crossing my fingers!)

LisaNovember 30, 2011 - 7:24 pm

Gotta get in on this action! One of my favorite shoots to date was this one of a lovely gal out in the country. I was spellbound by the dreamy light and my gorgeous subject. Since high school seniors are my target market, I thought this session really showcased the kind of work I love to do.
http://sophiebphotography.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/sunset-bliss/

JessicaNovember 30, 2011 - 10:07 pm

It’s pretty hilarious that I’m saying this wedding is my favorite shoot considering it took me about six months to realize it (and I hate picking favorites-so hard!). The couple is so sweet and expressive and has such great style. http://www.timandjessphoto.com/?p=2874

Sarah HeinssDecember 1, 2011 - 9:37 am

Here is a link to my favorite engagement film (no, not a photographer, I’m a videographer) hope that still counts: http://vimeo.com/26829170

I love this post because is so beautifully captures the love story between this couple. I love getting to the heart of love/relationships and being able to depict that uniqueness
through film. Thank you!

JannickaDecember 1, 2011 - 9:53 am

I loved this senior session I recently did because Miss E was so awesome to work with, the location was perfect for her style, and the light was fantastic. :) Thanks for the amazing giveaway!

http://photoblog.jannickamayte.com/2011/11/miss-e-senior.html

Lafe BlobaumDecember 1, 2011 - 10:02 am

My favorite wedding film that I’ve done is this one: http://vimeo.com/21320250

Even though this isn’t one of my recent films, I think it’s still my favorite because of the emotion it captures. The bride’s tears during the ceremony draw me into the preciousness of this moment for her. The laughter lightens the mood of the cavernous setting, and the words from the groom’s father are from the heart. This is what moves me.

Eric SchwankeDecember 1, 2011 - 12:12 pm

Figure I’ll throw my name in the hat. My personal favorite shot is an engagement I did late summer (Carboncopystudios.com/drew-Kristin)

I loved how easy it was the capture these two. With little directing they were so easy to photograph and you could tell how excited and in love they were with eachother. It really came through in their photos. To me that makes my job priceless!

Thanks for running the contest :)

Greg FiskeDecember 1, 2011 - 12:43 pm

Here is mine, would love a critique :-)
http://www.fiskefilm.com/2011/06/20/yazmin-and-ezequiel/
Enjoyed to trip down to Baja Mexico to capture the wedding. The venue was a lot of fun to shoot and would have cost a lot more if it was in the states.

Gabrielle von HeykingDecember 1, 2011 - 1:29 pm

Here is the link to my favorite photoshoot I have ever done: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.268188413208382.84645.180597768634114&type=1 The reason this is my favorite photo shoot I have ever done is because I really felt like the pictures I took that day captured the personality and excitement of the mom-to-be and the love her and her husband have for each other.

NancyDecember 1, 2011 - 2:09 pm

Here is our favorite session :

http://edwinandnancyphotography.blogspot.com/2011/09/hotel-maya-long-beach-wedding.html

I heart this session! One because it was a beautiful wedding with beautiful colors, and two because I had the amazing opportunity to photographer our friends wedding.

Sara LuceroDecember 1, 2011 - 4:49 pm

1st off… I LOVE that you guys are giving away a brand critique! That’s awesome. My BFF Jessica has amazing things to say about you all!

My favorite shoot was actually a senior shoot! Never saw that coming. This girl had style so good I wished it was in MY closet. We were running around, jumping, cracking up and just having so much dang fun! Her attitude, style, and girly-ness made for an awesome shoot! oh and, we shot it at an old folks home. HA!
http://www.saralucero.com/?p=883

thanks for this opportunity!

ReneeDecember 1, 2011 - 5:05 pm

I haven’t blogged this wedding in its entirety – just some teasers – but this is one of my favorite weddings ever. http://www.reneesprinkphotography.com/?p=6298

It was a beautiful wedding with unbelievable details and a gorgeous couple — and while none of this was lost on the guests, it was FAR from the focus of the wedding. This was totally about the couple, their love for one another and the “experience” for the couple and the guests. Best. Wedding. Ever.

JulieDecember 1, 2011 - 6:42 pm

Would love to enter your contest! Click on the weddings portfolio… those are all my favourite shots… :)

Link: http://www.salgadophotography.ca/ look under weddings & engagements.

Thx!

Julie
(aka one of the people taking pictures of u @ Partnercon!)

Megan LaneDecember 1, 2011 - 7:49 pm

What a cool give-away! Thanks for posting it on the Pictage Forums:)

This would have to be one of my all-time favorite weddings. This couple is so genuine and full of joy – and they were so willing to be in the moment, appreciating the incredible event and emotions and blessings that were taking place. And the photography was a priority for them so they were willing to play around and follow us anywhere!:) Such a great day!

http://www.pictage.com/photographer/slideshows/viewslideshow?autoplay=1&slideshowid=33873&slideshowkey=flhddadqptjllhfq

Ronnie SlavinDecember 1, 2011 - 10:25 pm

Loved this cause it was shot for a tv show, but groom was impressed that you couldn’t tell by the photos, except for the obvious on! HERE: http://www.ronnieslavin.com/slideshows/JoeandPaolaWedding/

Fify LoewenDecember 1, 2011 - 11:11 pm

A cool giveaway, hope I win *fingers crossed* :-)

This has been my favorite shoot because I felt connected to the couple and they made sure that their pictures were a priority.They trusted me and even though the wedding had lots of details their love for each other shone through. Link to the blog post below.

http://fifyloewen.com/blog/?p=2645

Alexa StuttsDecember 2, 2011 - 5:20 am

What a fun giveaway! This, I think, has been my favorite shoot (link goes to my old blog) http://alexasphoto.blogspot.com/2010/06/trash-dress-downtown-greensboro-nc.html

It was something a little different than how I normally shoot and was really fun to just use the parking deck as our backdrop!

Karla CollegemanDecember 2, 2011 - 8:31 am

You guys are great!
http://karlacollegeman.com/2011/10/10/after-dark-charlotte-2011/
This is the kind of stuff I want to shoot constantly, giving portraiture a little twist with Fashion. At least that’s the concept…

Belinda OlsenDecember 2, 2011 - 9:10 am

I loved this session because it was a great reflection point for me. I photographed a few engagements for this couple seven years ago after they didn’t like their initial photographer’s photos. My photography then wasn’t that great but it’s great to look back and see how much I’ve improved and really have worked on connecting with my clients and their families. http://blog.belindaolsen.com/children/the-walker-family/

Kimberly BusbyDecember 2, 2011 - 9:37 am

Here is a link to one of my favorite weddings of this fall! http://ksbusbyphotography.blogspot.com/2011/10/ashley-and-christopher-tie-knot.html It was a gorgeous day and the details from the day were amazing! This is one of my best friends and being able to photograph her wedding and family was amazing! The location was gorgeous and everyone was so much fun! We were also able to do a mr. and mrs. session after the reception and got some beautiful photos of the bride and groom! I hope I win, I know I need help with my brand!!!

Thanks for the giveaway!

Ryan GreenleafDecember 2, 2011 - 9:43 am

Thank you for doing this! You guys rock. Here is one of my favorite photo shoots of Marianna and Mike who are engaged to be married in June 2012.

http://www.ryangreenleafblog.com/2011/10/marianna-and-mike-engagement.html

What I loved most about this shoot was nervous they were at first to start out but as the shoot progressed, they slowly came out of their shell, agreed to some of my crazy ideas, and enjoyed themselves! Which in turn, makes it not even feel like work and they were very happy with the results as was I. They chose the location and afterward, we all went and had a beer at Mike’s favorite bar. Now I can’t wait to be there for their wedding.

DerekDecember 2, 2011 - 10:15 am

This engagement shoot was one of my favorites!
http://ardeurphotographyblog.com/2011/10/31/derrick-huff-jaime-jo-sabol-engagment-tanger-bicentennial-gardens/

I loved the couples interaction, they both genuinely loved their time in front of the camera capturing their memories.

Michelle KimDecember 2, 2011 - 10:28 am

I am getting more into fashion and lifestyle photography so I was really proud of myself for converting my room into a studio and producing amateur fashion shots. This required a team of people who I trust and I realized just how important it is to work together.

http://seungmichelle.com/2011/11/danielle-2/

Katherine McClureDecember 2, 2011 - 11:29 am

Great opportunity you are sharing! My favorite recent shoot was The Drake Family! http://Www.pictage.com/1085930

They were a wonderful family to work with and probably the most satisfied of all my clients this season. I know they saved to be able to hire me, and to purchase prints and Christmas cards, and the excitement they had for their session was contagious. I truly try to give that kind of experience to each client, but this family seemed to be a perfect match :-)

amber fischerDecember 3, 2011 - 2:16 pm

Congrats Marina! How exciting!

BIG DEALDecember 5, 2011 - 2:48 pm

THANK YOU ALL so much for commenting :) We hope to be a valuable resource for you here at B!G DEAL BRANDING. Let us know how we can help, we’re happy to help in any way we can! Have a great week, and thanks again for reaching out.

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