A+B = SEE...was a Success!

We had a very, what's the word...ah yes: FUN time! It was a pleasure getting to know our students (A.K.A. professional photographers) in our A + B School. A lot of chatting in morning half, followed by the afternoon photoshoot. We photographed an engagement session of Jessi & David whose wedding is in July. They were so cute, and not only did they not mind Brook & I with our cameras, but the rest of the paparazzi around them! As for our students, they all passed the big test at the end (which may have have involved some champagne)!

Here are some of the images from that engagement session:








We'd like to share some of the comments from our new friends:

Alisha & Brook,

First want to say thank you again organizing this workshop, very informative and like the half formal atmosphere. The 1-on-1 chatting was very inspiring to me !

I'm so glad I took a day off and drove down Santa Cruz met you both and met America's Next Top Model: Giada.

Thanks again. Hope can have opportunity to meet you both soon in the future and learn more things from you.

~Chung

(Chung followed up with us a few weeks later with the following...I have removed the price amount below to protect the innocent)

I want to sent this email to you to tell you a good news. I want to thank you again for giving me such valuable advise on my pricing structure. Every single detail works.

It is just 15 days after my price changed. I was really hesitant in the beginning, but I closed my eyes and did it. I could have never imagined that I could reach the $______ level that soon. It sounds like some kind of quote in a TV commercial , but THANKS, it works !!
I'm very excited !!

~ Chung


Alisha & Brook,

Thank you for the workshop yesterday. I am really excited about the information that you shared. Plus, it was really nice to meet some other local photographers.

Thanks!
-Loren

Dear Alisha & Brook,


Thank you so much for such an inspiring and motivating class last Wednesday. It was truly wonderful to learn from you, watch you, and hear your story of how you got where you are today. You two are truly incredible people with such big hearts. Your love and passion for what you do shines strongly. I really appreciate how open you were about your business and the pointers you shared. I feel lucky to have met you and your beautiful daughter!

Thanks again, Lili


My message to you guys: We loved having you all! We will definitely have a future A + B Reunion! Also, one of our attendees is a part time nurse and helped deliver my daughter! I just had to brag on you Gayle!

As for the photographers reading who would like to attend the A + B = SEE, we are happy to announce (back by popular demand) another A + B School on Wednesday, September 10th! Please contact us for an application.

Have a great weekend!
Alisha



Why is Brook so serious in this picture?

Santa Cruz Studio: Grand Opening!

There was champagne, mimosas, scrumptious hors d'oeuvres, photographs, people, laughing. Good times. You know, a party! Thought we'd finally share a few images from that day. Images courtesy of Becky B. It was fun. As was our A + B = SEE! Yes, the A + B School was a success!!! We had a great time getting to know everyone, share our stories & secrets (ooooh!), and photograph such a cute couple for their engagement session! We'll give you the scoop and show you images of the class in the next entry this week..

Alisha







Our baby, Giada Bella, having a great time as well!

A + B = SEE ~ Pencils ready?

Attention all students! We have a few openings left in our A + B SCHOOL. That's due to a few school drop-outs. I am referring to our day workshop for photographers on Wednesday, May 14th, which is coming up very soon. We previously posted about the school but let's review the details for those of you who missed. Our A+B School will be held at our fabulous new Santa Cruz studio. It is limited to 7 photographers. We want to keep the classes as intimate as possible. The A+B School will be from 10am-5pm. Class will include peering in to the minds of Alisha & Brook, brilliant imagery & inspiration, lunch(yummy), a live photo shoot(with real people!), and one-on-one business strategy. Class fee is $299 a person.

If you want to improve your skills and have fun doing it, fill out an application today....

Please call or email us at ab@alishabrook.com

Have a great weekend,

Alisha

Sci Fi Geek?

Who doesn't love the original Star Wars? I mean, I haven't actually gone to a Star Wars convention or anything. Would I go? Yah. I'd have to dress my baby as Princess Leia. I have a friend, Michonne, who was actually in Star Wars Episode I, The Phantom Menace in 1999 as Aurra Sing, a ruthless female Bounty Hunter. She only has about 3 seconds of screen time during Anakin's pod race. But it still counts! Michonne signed her action figure and gave it to me. We actually went to Jr. High together. Her husband, John, is a photographer buddy of ours. They have a baby girl as well. Anyhow, back to Star Wars. Love Han Solo. Of course, Harrison Ford is great as Indiana Jones as well. I'm looking forward to the new movie in the series.

It worth mentioning my brother-in-law, Todd, has been to 2 Trekky conventions! You big nerd! He'll be so embarrassed...

A little question for you all to comment on: What are your favorite shows?

We watch LOST, HOUSE, and huh...Smallville. On my own, since Brook is not a Sci-Fi fan, I watch Battlestar Galatica. It fantastic. I wish Firefly had never been canceled. I loved that show. Stargate Atlantis. The 4400 is fun, but its always off-season. I have actually seen the entire Farscape series. Wow, I'm such a geek. At least I can admit it. Whew! I feel a great sense of relief after that confession.

Alisha

P.S. If you have ever carried on a conversation that contained the phrase "midi-chlorians," then the Force (of geekdom) is strong with you, my friend.

America's Next Top Model can't even crawl.

OK, so our baby Giada can't crawl, but she can sit up and that's gotta count for something! We wanted to update you on the kid. She is growing up way too fast. It seems like just yesterday we brought her home from the hospital and now she is sitting up, clapping, waving, and laughing. And Giada finally added "Dadda" to her vocabulary, since she's been saying "Mama" for months. I know it all sounds small to those of you without kids. But for parents, it is pretty exciting. We also wanted to say "thank you" to all of our blog readers! Keep tuning in for more fun. Enjoy America's Next Top Model. These images of our model, I mean. But if you enjoy that show, it's fine too.

Check back with us....


Brook

Tyson. Fabio. Colby? The next Zoolander!

We have had the opportunity to watch Colby grow up to be a crazy little 5 year old. Colby has mad modeling skills. I might be bold in saying this but...He could the the next Tyson Beckford or Fabio. He is that good.

Thank you all who came to the Grand Opening yesterday, we had a great time. I will be posting pictures Monday. And for photographers, there will be a Bay Photo party at our place in the near future. We'll let you know more details soon. Also, I wanted to thank all who have posted comments, please keep it up! If you have not posted a comment, you should do it now. Like not next week. Now. So do you think this kid is the new Zoolander?

An update on the A+B school. We have a couple of spots left. Please give us a call if you have any questions or would like an application.

Brook



COLBY, NOT JUST A CHEESE. Well, maybe.

Dude, it seems like you have fun...... A lot.....

To that I gotta say,"Guilty as charged sir, guilty as charged!" I do have fun but when it comes to business, the Brook does work. Notice how I talked about myself in the 3rd person. That was cool.... The Brook likes..... Any-hoo, speaking of work, here are some recent shots from some very cool (A.K.A.- fun) weddings. I hope you like the pictures and have some fun today. For real. Have some fun! I mean it. Do it now!!!!! You are still here. Oh, I get it, this is fun. Well, I am glad you think so. Have a great day.

Brook