The Evoke Retreat with Holli True is a weekend filled with fun, photography and new friendships. This two day workshop will cover everything that I have done to build a thriving senior photography business over the past 12 years. Topics covered include: posing, lighting, locations, marketing, branding, pricing and more. Every Evoke Retreat seat includes the meet & greet mixer on Friday evening to kick things off right, two full days of education and hands-on learning, a portfolio-building photo shoot in a breathtaking location, new headshots (photographed by Holli True), three nights lodging in the Evoke House and breakfast and lunch is provided on Saturday and Sunday.
Join us in Oregon this fall for a photography workshop dedicated to high school senior photography! We'll go over the blueprint of my business, leaving no stone unturned. We will also visit locations I frequently work in, taking full advantage of all of the beauty Oregon has to offer during our destination photo shoot at Smith Rock State Park with beautiful styled models on Day Two.
It's time to rejuvenate your senior photography business and get back to the heart of who you are and what you are all about. I am all about simplicity and it extends through every element of my business. From my session workflow and approach to location selection, posing and communication, to my marketing plan, pricing structure and post-processing edits. Simplicity is key and I am sharing my entire workflow and business with you.
KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS
we'll focus on the client experience, branding, marketing, pricing, websites, social media & more
PORTFOLIO BUILDING PHOTO SHOOT
put into action everything you learn with beautiful models, how to maximize your shooting process
SESSION WORKFLOW
posing, interaction, lighting, connection, simplicity and location tips & tricks
Q&A WITH HOLLI
transparent teaching and sharing
EVOKE WORKBOOK
be inspired with imagery, content, session details & so much more
FABULOUS GOODIES
you'll also receive a swag bag loaded with goodies
FRIDAY | October 16th
6pm
Evoke House Doors Open
Meet & Greet Mixer & Group Dinner (7pm)
SATURDAY | October 17th
10am-7pm
Keynote Presentations
Attendee Headshots
SATURDAY NIGHT (after dinner)
PJ Party & Bonding
SUNDAY | October 18th
10am-7pm
Keynote Presentations
Destination Photo Shoot at Smith Rock
SUNDAY NIGHT (after dinner)
PJ Editing Party
MONDAY | October 19th
10am
Departure
HOW MUCH DOES THE EVOKE RETREAT COST?
There are two registration tiers for the Evoke Retreat: Single Rate ($1650 per person) & Roommate Rate ($1350 per person). There are five Single and two Roommates (total of seven attendees). Included with your registrations is two full days of education, three nights lodging at the Evoke House, breakfast and lunch both days of the workshop, hands-on learning, a beautiful destination photo shoot with gorgeous senior models, keynote presentations on all things pertaining to the business of senior photography and more! Travel and transportation are NOT included.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
Comfortable clothing and footwear. (This is a must!) We will be shooting on-location at Smith Rock. Bring footwear with closed-toes and good traction. I highly recommend that you dress in layers, jackets, sweatshirts, jeans, leggings, etc. Bring your preferred camera equipment, plenty of memory cards for all of the gorgeousness we'll be creating and a reflector, if you have one. If you'd like to edit at the PJ Editing Party, be sure to bring your laptop and card reader, too!
ARE THERE PAYMENT PLANS?
Yes! We automatically divide registration into three equal payments (Single: $550 per payment | Roommate: $450 per payment). Upon registration, you will be prompted to pay a retainer, securing your seat at the Evoke Retreat. The retainer is NON-REFUNDABLE. You will be invoiced for the next two payments on August 5th and September 5th. If you wish to pay in full, please email us to let us know: holli@hollitrue.com.
WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
50% of your full registration can be refunded until 60 days prior to the Evoke Retreat, excluding the non-refundable retainer. If within 60 days of the event, the registration fee cannot be refunded. Your payments will be converted to a credit and can be applied to another workshop/retreat within a rolling 12 month period, or it can be transferred to another person.
WHAT AIRPORT SHOULD I FLY INTO?
The Redmond Airport (RDM) is located near Sunriver Resort. The Portland International Airport (PDX) is another option, located about 2.5 hours north of Bend/Redmond or the Eugene Airport (EUG) is about 2 hours west.
WILL I NEED A CAR?
Yes, transportation is not included in your registration. Past attendees have teamed up to share the cost and have rented a car together- I highly recommend this!
WHERE SHOULD I STAY?
Lodging is included! YAY! You have the option to stay in your own private Master Suite (Single Rate) or share a room (not a bed!) with one other attendee (Roommate Rate). There are five Singles and two Roommates available, a total of seven attendees per workshop.
CAN I USE THE IMAGES I TAKE AT THE WORKSHOP FOR MY WEBSITE, MARKETING, ETC?
Yes! Absolutely! You can definitely use the images you take at the event for your website, marketing, promotional materials, business blog, etc. However, the images CANNOT be submitted for publication in-print in any magazines, contests, industry blogs or any other means. If you ever have any questions about this or are uncertain about how to use the images, please contact me and I will be happy to assist you: holli@hollitrue.com.
WHO IS THIS RETREAT FOR?
Senior Portrait Photographers looking to get focused, implement simplicity into their business model, solid marketing strategies, strengthen their brand and style and improve posing and communication skills.
$1650 | $1350
Registration & Refund Policy
To secure your seat, we require a non-refundable retainer be paid in full. Upon payment, you will officially be registered for our event.
50% of your full registration can be refunded until 60 days prior to the Evoke Workshop, excluding the non-refundable retainer. If within 60 days of the event, the registration fee cannot be refunded. Your payments will be converted to a credit and can be applied to another workshop/retreat within a rolling 12 month period, or it can be transferred to another person.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Two FULL DAYS of learning in an intimate, friendly environment
Three nights lodging at the gorgeous Evoke House
Breakfast & Lunch both days of the workshop
Destination photo shoot with models at Smith Rock
The Evoke Workshop Book, only available to workshop attendees
An unforgettable, inspiring experience
single rate
roommate rate
Holli True cannot be held responsible for any unanticipated circumstances, such as: weather, natural disasters, pandemics, location/park closures, etc.
If a workshop is cancelled, a full refund will be issued for any tuition/retainer paid.
Travel fees WILL NOT be reimbursed for any reason.
After you register for the Evoke Workshop, you will receive a confirmation email that your seat has been secured. You will also receive a Workshop Attendee Guide with additional information about the event, including local restaurants, places to visit while you're in Oregon and more.
A Facebook Group will be created for the attendees once the workshop is full. If you have additional questions, please email me at: holli@hollitrue.com.