For me, being a photographer is not just about taking nice pictures. It is also about my brand, or the experience I give my clients. Branding is so often mistaken as being logos and marketing material — which IS part of it, but for me it’s also the impression I want to leave with my clients after our time together. It’s laughing till our cheeks hurt at a session, a sneak peek on the blog, a long chat about wedding plans over coffee, presenting an album for the first time and a client who becomes a friend. From the beginning, I wanted my Web site to be an extension of that relationship; to be an inviting and cozy place that reflects who I am and the inner workings of my business. And I feel that it is.
Earlier this week I learned that I was nominated for a Showit Best of 2009 award in the “Brand BOOST!” category. Little ole me in my tiny corner of the internet, being recognized for having the “coolest brand integration” using Showit Sites*. Whaaa?? I sat at my desk feeling a range of emotion. I was shocked – I knew my site was in the running, but was so NOT expecting my name to really be there. I was a little confused – maybe they meant the OTHER Amanda Pair…? But more than anything I was HONORED – it is such an honor to be mentioned among so many of my brand-savvy peers and included in a category that represents such a big part of what I want for my business.
If you are on Facebook and have a minute to hop on over to the poll, it would mean so much to me have your vote!
To vote for Showit Best of 2009: Brand BOOST! click HERE.
To see other Showit Best of 2009 categories and vote for your favorites, click HERE.
*You may remember that Showit Sites is the software used to design my blog bio and portfolio website that I got all excited over last fall. If you are a interested in taking your web presence to a whole new level, definitely check them out!
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