BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Association of International Boudoir Photographers - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Association of International Boudoir Photographers X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://aibphotog.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Association of International Boudoir Photographers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T210000 DTSTAMP:20260603T165636 CREATED:20240925T150202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T151144Z UID:258685-1727722800-1727730000@aibphotog.com SUMMARY:AIBP Education: Navigating Your way to the Speaker Stage DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful panel discussion\, Navigating Your Way to the Speaker Stage\, featuring experienced conference planners and speaker selectors. This event is designed to provide valuable insights into what event organizers seek in speakers for their conferences and events. \nWhether you’re an aspiring speaker or looking to refine your presentation skills\, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn directly from industry experts. Our panelists will share their criteria for selecting speakers\, discuss common pitfalls to avoid\, and offer tips on how to effectively showcase your unique voice and expertise. \nDon’t miss this chance to elevate your speaking opportunities and enhance your visibility in the industry. \nTo register for this class\,\n1. Log into your account at  https://aibphotog.com/members/login/\n2. The link will be listed on the “Welcome” page\n3. This class will be a live Zoom Webinar for AIBP Members only\n4. Replay will be available shortly after in the Member Education section of the website. \nFor information on joining AIBP please www.aibphotog.com \nOur Panel: \n  \nArlene Evans\, Emerald X \nArlene Evans is the Content Director for the Photo Group at Emerald X. With nearly 20 years of experience in photography education\, she has played key roles at WPPI as Conference Director and CreativeLive as Director of Photography Education. Throughout her career\, Arlene has been dedicated to curating high-quality educational content\, fostering industry connections\, and helping photographers enhance their skills and grow their businesses. \nAmanda Scott\, GLIP Director \nAmanda Scott is a well-renowned portrait photographer from Michigan’s Thumb Area\, celebrated for her body-positive boudoir photography. Known for her out-of-the-box themes\, Amanda’s sessions empower a growing community of women across Mid-Michigan. Her work has been featured in numerous publications and has earned her accolades from both state and national photography associations.Driven by her passion to keep education alive within the photography community\,Amanda stepped into her role as GLIP Director\, showing a deep commitment to nurturing future generations of photographers. She’s been invited to speak at conferences across the country\, where she shares her mission of ongoing education and community support. Whether through in-person training or virtual seminars\,Amanda consistently advocates for photographers to lift each other up and lean on their shared creativity.As a speaker herself\, Amanda also seeks to uplift other voices by inviting industry professionals to teach at her school\, ensuring they are properly observed and offering valuable\, actionable knowledge that attendees can directly apply to their own businesses—avoiding mere teasers. Her focus is always on delivering practical insights that foster growth within the photography community.From exploring new scenic backdrops to inspire fresh creativity to encouraging collaboration\, Amanda is a dynamic force in both the studio and the classroom. She is dedicated to promoting photography education in ways that continue to grow both creativity and learning for photographers everywhere. \nKiati Plooks\, Peculiar Collective Conference \nKiati is an Award-Winning Boudoir\, Portrait\, and Dance Photographer and Educator based in Ellicott City\, MD. Kiati has over 15 years of experience in the photography industry and enjoys teaching and mentoring in both aspects of photography and the business behind photography when he is not behind the lens. This year Kiati spent his year traveling to studios and fun locations across the US to teach and host workshops with plans to host overseas workshops and photography retreats in 2025. With 20 years in the corporate world developing business strategies for Fortune 150 companies\, Kiati has helped launch and mentor several small businesses and now brings that experience in helping photographers develop their strategies. In addition to the business side\, Kiati also mentors on how he creates his art through posing and lighting. With the knowledge of utilizing both natural and artificial light in his work\, he leverages his ability to shape light to contour his subjects to create drama and depth within his images. Kiati is the AIBP (Association of International Boudoir Photographers) 2022 Ambassador of Excellence\, has been published in Rangefinder\, Philosophie Boudoir Magazine among other publications and has spoken at ImagingUSA\, Pas De Deux Dance Photography Conference\, ClickCon and the Peculiar Collective Conference. \nChantal Paradis\, PPA \nChantal Paradis is a dedicated wedding photographer and a proud mother of three\, based in Maine where she was born and raised. With a deep passion for capturing life’s most cherished moments\, she has also served as the President of the Maine Professional Photographers Association (MainePPA) for two years. In addition to her professional accomplishments\, Chantal loves traveling\, exploring new foods\, and finding inspiration from different cultures and landscapes. \nShawn Black\, AIBP President \nShawn Black is the owner/photographer at Couture Black\, a boudoir studio located in Boston\, MA. He is also the new owner and president of AIBP (Association of International Boudoir Photographers). Shawn is best known for the dramatic lighting and editorial look of his images which has made him one of the most recognized photographers in the genre. He has written for and had his work featured across the top industry publications and in 2019 was named the AIBP Photographer of the Year. \nWhile being behind the camera creating will always be his first love\, he has always been passionate about pushing the genre forward and educating which is why in 2021 he acquired and became president of AIBP. This move has allowed him to further advocate and educate for the boudoir community. Everything Shawn does as a photographer\, educator\, and advocate for the boudoir community follows his belief that boudoir is for everyBODY\, which is why his tagline has always been #BeBoldBeSexyBeYou\, with BeYou being the most important part. URL:https://aibphotog.com/event/aibp-education-navigating-your-way-to-the-speaker-stage/ CATEGORIES:AIBP Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aibphotog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Copy-of-AIBP-Live-Image-CritiquesFacebook-Post-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T193000 DTSTAMP:20260603T165636 CREATED:20240830T165402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T170213Z UID:258581-1725472800-1725478200@aibphotog.com SUMMARY:Unleashing Creativity in Boudoir Photography: A Refresh for the Artist with Ric Lewis DESCRIPTION:Unleashing Creativity in Boudoir Photography: A Refresh for the Artist \nIn the world of boudoir photography\, where technical skills like posing\, lighting\, and in-person sales (IPS) are frequently emphasized\, it’s easy to overlook the importance of creativity. This class is designed to rejuvenate your artistic spirit and explore innovative approaches within the boudoir genre. \nTo register for this class\,\n1. Log into your account at  https://aibphotog.com/members/login/\n2. The link will be listed on the “Welcome” page\n3. This class will be a live Zoom Webinar for AIBP Members only\n4. Replay will be available shortly after in the Member Education section of the website. \nFor information on joining AIBP please www.aibphotog.com \n\nAbout Ric\n \nRic is an internationally published photographer specializing in fine art portraiture\, underwater\, fashion\, maternity\, and boudoir. Of all the genres of photography his two main passions are maternity and underwater portraiture. Ric travels the US with his wife Kayla and teaches workshops as well as speaks or runs photo booths at photography conventions throughout the US. When he’s not taking pictures or teaching workshops\, Ric helps his wife with her company Kayla Douglas Artistry. Ric is an ambassador for Baby Dream Backdrops\, Cheetah Stand\, Aftershoot\, Sew Trendy\, Embrace Presets\, and a Champion Of Light for StellaPro. Ric loves meeting new creatives and has a passion for teaching and helping. The most important thing for Ric as a photographer is that every client\, every photographer\, and every creative walks away from every interaction with him feeling loved\, inspired\, and valued. \n  URL:https://aibphotog.com/event/unleashing-creativity-in-boudoir-photography-a-refresh-for-the-artist-with-ric-lewis/ CATEGORIES:AIBP Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aibphotog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ric-Lewis-Sept-2024-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T180000 DTSTAMP:20260603T165636 CREATED:20240115T034505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T171320Z UID:256286-1709373600-1709402400@aibphotog.com SUMMARY:VISION24 DESCRIPTION: \nBoudoir Vision 2024\nIntimate. Intensive. Instructional.\nA full day\, fully loaded workshop to help you maximize your business planning and creative success for 2024. \nWe all have lofty goals\, but how disciplined are you at sitting down and really planning your year? Cate and Shawn will do what they do best… juxtapose both the right brain and left brain approaches to maximizing studio success. This intimate workshop setting will use a sit-down and roll up your sleeves approach to designing your 2024 success – both business and creative – while boosting your confidence to slay 2024. \n  \n\nVision Board + Brainstorm\nFinancial Goal Setting module\nMorning Light: Lifestyle + Boudoir Storytelling using Natural Light\nBrand Champions: Building Client Advocacy + Growth\nDay to Night: with Studio Lighting Techniques to suit your tastes\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vision Board + Brainstorm\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cate will lead you through an inspired and constructive Session to help you build a 2024 vision board. Using mindfulness and soul-informed goals\, we will construct a visual you can manifest on the daily. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Financial Goal Setting module\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n You can do some pre-work\, and bring your studio specific numbers to the table. Cate will help run you through the financials\, and discuss all of the things to consider in planning your profit-centered business structure. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Morning Light: Lifestyle + Boudoir Storytelling using Natural Light\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Known for her sensual storytelling approach to boudoir\, Cate will guide you through a lifestyle-focused boudoir session using available light\, and show you how she achieves maximum image sales in every session through this method. 50\, 60\, and 70 image albums! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Brand Champions: Building Client Advocacy + Growth\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Shawn and the Couture Black business model ROCKS on brand ambassadorship. Shawn can guide you through how his studio builds these boudoir-addicted relationships\, creates ultra loyal stewardship through the Bombshell approach and maximizes repeat clientele. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Day to Night: with Studio Lighting\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Techniques to suit your tastes Maybe you’re struggling to find your signature look. While some of that can be achieved with editing\, a large part of that is your lighting style. Having a very versatile lighting knowledge base\, Shawn can help walk you through some of the methods you can use to get that sleek\, high contrast nighttime look. (This can even add onto your natural light repertoire for additional revenue streams and clientele!). We all have our own lighting tastes\, but Shawn can help guide you through some of the ways to use the light that suits your own unique aesthetic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q+A Wrap Up\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In our intimate\, trustworthy setting\, we can feel free to discuss the questions and the challenges that we want to eliminate for 2024. And have an open discussion with our peers…A live Brainstorming and problem solving collective! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \nThe Details\nWhen: Saturday\, March 2nd 2024Where: Las Vegas – A chic hotel overlooking the Vegas strip.  Exact location will be communicated directly to the attendeesTime: 10am – 6pm including an hour break for lunchCost: $675 \nAIBP MEMBERS – log into your account to get your personal code for $75 off. \n*Workshop size is limited to 12 students.*Light snacks & hydration will be provided.*Lunch is on own.*Tickets for this workshop are non-refundable.* \n  \nTo secure your spot\,fill out the registration form below URL:https://aibphotog.com/event/vision24/ CATEGORIES:AIBP Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aibphotog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/VISION-24-Webpreview-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231107 DTSTAMP:20260603T165636 CREATED:20221206T211403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230902T191051Z UID:252449-1698969600-1699315199@aibphotog.com SUMMARY:AIBP RETREAT BOSTON 2023 DESCRIPTION:  \nFriday\, Nov. 3rd\, 2023 – Monday\, Nov 6th\, 2023\nJoin us in Boston & Salem MA for another fantastic experience to Create\, Learn & Connect. \nTopics will include:Studio & Natural LightingPosingMarketingPortfolio Reviews & PublishingSocial MediaAnd More…. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nImmerse yourself in the experience:Multiple shooting opportunities with instructionUnique off site shooting opportunitiesNetwork with colleagues & educators \nCheck out the most current scheduleClick the image to enlarge it*subject to change. \nSeats are very limited!Secure yours today \nPurchase Ticket \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nFeatured Educators\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cate Scaglione\nLife As Fine Art \nBoudoir Branding:Attract Your Ideal ClientsIs Your Brand Working Hard Enough for You? read more… \nCate Scaglione of Life As Fine Art Studio\, NJ\, is an award winning boudoir photographer since 2010\, specializing in fine art and editorial style intimate portraiture. read more… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jasmin Jade\nJasmin Jade Photo & Embrace Presets \nBoudoir Dynamics:Creating Movement & Emotion through Posing & LightThis comprehensive class delves deep into the art of capturing movement and emotion read more… \nJasmin Jade is a boudoir photographer from Germany and the owner of Embrace Presets. Jasmin teaches others how to pose women confidently…. read more…. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jasmin Jade\nJasmin Jade Photo & Embrace Presets \nBoudoir Dynamics:Creating Movement & Emotion through Posing & LightThis comprehensive class delves deep into the art of capturing movement and emotion read more… \nJasmin Jade is a boudoir photographer from Germany and the owner of Embrace Presets. Jasmin teaches others how to pose women confidently…. read more…. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Karen Bagley\nSignificant Moments Photography \nSocial Media Mastery:Thriving Among the Algorithmic ShiftsLearn to unlock the full potential of social media for your photography brand and business read more… \nCertified Under Water Portrait artist and Master Portrait Photographer\, Karen Bagley\, is the creative lifeblood behind the brand of Significant Moments Photography. read more…. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SHAWN BLACK\nCouture Black & AIBP \nDynamic Lighting & Posing:Creating Imagery that Stands Out \nShawn is best known for the dramatic lighting and editorial look of his images which has made him one of the most recognized photographers in the genre. He has written... read more.. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SHAWN BLACK\nCouture Black & AIBP \nDynamic Lighting & Posing:Creating Imagery that Stands Out \nShawn is best known for the dramatic lighting and editorial look of his images which has made him one of the most recognized photographers in the genre. He has written... read more.. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tanya Smith\nTanya Smith Photography & Profitable Portraits \nBoudoir Business Breakthrough:Master the Art of a Profitable BusinessPractical strategies to confidently take your boudoir business to a new level. read more… \nTanya Smith\, as Canada’s Premier women’s portrait photographer since 2011\, Tanya fell in love with the power of boudoir… read more…. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacqueline Tobin\nPhoto & Publishing ConsultantTopic: Portfolio Reviews & Publishing \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacqueline Tobin has worked in the photo industry for the past 37 years\, kickstarting her illustrious career at the industry bible Photo District News…… read more….. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacqueline Tobin\nPhoto & Publishing ConsultantTopic: Portfolio Reviews & Publishing \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacqueline Tobin has worked in the photo industry for the past 37 years\, kickstarting her illustrious career at the industry bible Photo District News…… read more….. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nRETREAT PRICING \nAIBP Member: $1900Non-Member: $2050Payment Plan: $2100 – 4 payments of $525 spilt equally.  Details in registration form. \nPurchase Ticket \n**Limited number of seats available. \nLodging\nClosest & Recommended Hotels – Rates & Policies may vary\, please check sites for details.Address of events is 58 Pulaski Street\, Peabody MA. \nA LIMITED room block has been set up at the Boston Peabody Marriott \nBoston Peabody Marriott8A Centennial DrivePeabody\, MA 01960Phone +1 978-977-9700 \nBooking details:BOOK YOUR ROOM RESERVATION HERE Dates Available: Nov 2\, 2023 – Nov 6\, 2023LAST DAY TO BOOK: Thursday Oct 12th 2023Group Rate: $169 USD + applicable taxes per nightCheck-In: 4pmCheck-out: 12pmLimited rooms available\, secure your room before the block if full \nOther Area Hotels:Hampton Inn Salem Boston11 Dodge StreetSalem\, MA 01970Phone+1 978-414-3100 \nSalem Waterfront Hotel & Suites 225 Derby StreetSalem\, MA 01970Phone +1 978-740-8788 \n \n \n \n \n \n  \nRETREAT PARTNERS & SPONSORS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8/17/2023 – Retreat Seat Giveaway Terms & Conditions: CLICK HERE URL:https://aibphotog.com/event/aibp-retreat-boston-2023/ LOCATION:Couture Black\, 58 Pulaski Street\, Peabody\, MA\, 01960\, United States CATEGORIES:AIBP Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aibphotog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AIBP-Retreat-2023-FB-Post.jpg GEO:42.5410692;-70.9238509 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Couture Black 58 Pulaski Street Peabody MA 01960 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=58 Pulaski Street:geo:-70.9238509,42.5410692 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T165636 CREATED:20230915T150240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T165413Z UID:255341-1695985200-1695988800@aibphotog.com SUMMARY:You Can't Photoshop Trauma with Niki Schaller DESCRIPTION:You Can’t Photoshop Trauma:\nImproving the Boudoir Experience for Trauma- Affected Clients \nClients presenting for boudoir photography are frequently harboring underlying trauma from critical events in their lives. This trauma can manifest during or around the time of their sessions in a number of different ways; some more obvious than others. \nIn this session\, Niki will discuss types of trauma-responses in boudoir clients and aims to help participants be able to identify risk leading up to a session and recognize these behaviors at the time of an appointment and predict the consequences of an unmanaged response. \nShe will suggest methods that participants can utilize in order to respond appropriately to their clients in their time of need. \nIt is Niki’s hope that by implementing these strategies\, webinar participants will be more capable of guiding their clients effectively through a trauma response to have a great session and leave feeling safe and empowered. \nTo register for this class\,\n1. Log into your account at  https://aibphotog.com/members/login/\n2. The link will be listed on the “Welcome” page\n3. This class will be a live Zoom Webinar for AIBP Members only\n4. Replay will be available shortly after in the Member Education section of the website. \nFor information on joining AIBP please www.aibphotog.com \nAbout Niki: \n \nNiki is the owner of Niki Schaller Photography and Niki Jade Boudoir.  She is a professional photographer working in multiple genres for the past 9 years. \nBefore a formal education in photography\, she received extensive experience in both healthcare and law enforcement. After a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Ferris State University\, Niki first worked as a Detroit Police Officer. She spent time in patrol in Southwest Detroit\, working under cover\, with US Customs and Immigration and Border Patrol and also working vice as an undercover sex worker. \nAfter police work\, Niki went back to school and obtained a Degree in Nursing.  She stayed in Detroit as an Emergency Nurse and Sexual Assault Forensic Nurse Examiner for many years.  She was the Assistant Program Director for Wayne County Sexual Assault Forensic Examiners\, one of the busiest programs in the country. She obtained formal training in managing traumatized patients from the National Forensic Nursing Institute in both adults and pediatrics. She is certified SANE-A and SANE-p.  Niki has performed hundreds of forensic exams on sexually-abused patients and is qualified as an expert witness in Federal\, Circuit\, District\, and Family courts. \nTogether with her husband\, they wrote two chapters in the American College of Emergency Physicians Standards of Practice.  One chapter was Working with Law Enforcement and the other was on Human Trafficking.  During these experiences\, Niki honed critical communication and emotional skills necessary to recognize the signs of trauma-induced behavior and successfully guide affected individuals to a favorable outcome. URL:https://aibphotog.com/event/you-cant-photoshop-trauma-with-niki-schaller/ CATEGORIES:AIBP Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aibphotog.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Niki-Jade-Class-Facebook-Event-Cover-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T165636 CREATED:20230825T162741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T170218Z UID:255168-1693306800-1693310400@aibphotog.com SUMMARY:Skin Retouching LIVESTREAM: with Nino Batista DESCRIPTION:Join Nino for a livestream on Photoshop skin retouching\, and you’ll discover how he works hard to make it easier to understand. His teaching style is all about simplifying the process. \nHe’ll break down the essential steps\, cutting through the unnecessary complexity to show you what really matters. No token jargon\, and a focus on the stuff that counts\, making it accessible for everyone\, from beginners to seasoned retouchers. \nYou’ll not only learn how to retouch skin but also gain a deeper appreciation for the art of it. This livestream is your shortcut to creating stunning\, flawless portraits. \nTo register for this class\,\n1. Log into your account at  https://aibphotog.com/members/login/\n2. The link will be listed on the “Welcome” page\n3. This class will be a live Zoom Webinar for AIBP Members only\n4. Replay will be available shortly after in the Member Education section of the website. \nFor information on joining AIBP please www.aibphotog.com \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAbout Nino: \n \n“Beauty is beauty\, and often frighteningly subjective. However\, the perception of strength is directly objective. When an image comes across as strong\, as powerful\, there is something more to the shot than simply beauty. For me\, beauty is the delivery as I enjoy experiencing it\, but strength is the intent as I enjoy capturing it.”\nRon “Nino” Batista is a photographer\, writer\, musician and overall creative whose work is regularly seen in lifestyle publications the world over. He is regarded as the premier model photography\, retouching and artist development coaching educator based in the United States. URL:https://aibphotog.com/event/skin-retouching-livestream-with-nino-batista/ CATEGORIES:AIBP Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aibphotog.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Retouching-livestream.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T165636 CREATED:20230624T001656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T201640Z UID:254711-1688036400-1688040000@aibphotog.com SUMMARY:The Magic of Same-Day Sales: Liz Hansen DESCRIPTION:Do you know how many hours you spend with each boudoir client? \nWhen you add up the time for a pre-session consult\, hair and makeup\, photoshoot\, culling\, editing and ordering appointment\, many photographers are spending 12 hours or more per client. \nWhat if you could spend fewer hours working\, yet still generate huge sales and have clients raving about their experience at your studio? After all – time is money! \nIn this AIBP webinar\, Liz Hansen is going to reveal the magic of her same-day sales method. She spends 4 hours or less with each client — including hair and makeup\, photoshoot\, wardrobe consult\, cull and sales session — without compromising on creativity or sales. \nLiz has photographed almost 2000 clients and generates a million dollars in revenue per year using her same-day sales method. \nIn this webinar\, Liz will show you her exact same-day sales formula\, including:\n*How to shoot\, cull and sell all in 4 hours or less\n*How same-day sales can infuse your clients with confidence\n*How showing unedited or lighted edited boudoir photos can actually increase your sales average\n*How to “moneyball” your business to reduce your workload and increase your revenue Join us! \nTo register for this class\,\n1. Log into your account at  https://aibphotog.com/members/login/\n2. The link will be listed on the “Welcome” page\n3. This class will be a live Zoom Webinar for AIBP Members only\n4. Replay will be available shortly after in the Member Education section of the website. \nFor information on joining AIBP please www.aibphotog.com \nMeet Liz: \n \nLiz Hansen is the owner and photographer at Chicago Boudoir Photography\, a boutique studio that empowers women to feel confident in their bodies\, relationships and lives. Liz opened her business in 2018 and quickly grew it to be the Chicago area’s premier boudoir studio. She also coaches photographers to reach their dreams through her online coaching program\, Million Dollar Studio Program. She has been featured on National Public Radio\, in the AIBP Magazine Philosophie and on numerous podcasts. Liz holds a BA in Art and an MA in Education. She lives in a 120-year-old restored farmhouse with her husband\, two teenage daughters and French bulldog Quarantina. URL:https://aibphotog.com/event/the-magic-of-same-day-sales/ CATEGORIES:AIBP Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aibphotog.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Same-Day-Sales-Liz-Hansen-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T165636 CREATED:20230216T035649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T035705Z UID:253053-1676545200-1676548800@aibphotog.com SUMMARY:2257 Demystified with Rachel Brenke DESCRIPTION:Recently there has been a lot of fear and misinformation going around regarding 2257. To put all of this hearsay to rest we are bringing in our legal expert TheLawTog Rachel Brenke to explain all you need to know regarding this issue.\nThe discussion will be on this topic and similar issues regarding the legalities around boudoir\, erotic photography\, shooting for OnlyFans and the like. So come ready with your questions as this is your chance to put to rest any fears surrounding legal regulations on these hot topics.\n\nWhen: This Thursday February 16th 11am EST\nWhere: Live in the AIBP Community Wall URL:https://aibphotog.com/event/2257-demystified-with-rachel-brenke/ CATEGORIES:AIBP Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aibphotog.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Rachel-Class-Cover-Facebook-Post-Landscape.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T165636 CREATED:20230123T161848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T162012Z UID:252953-1674741600-1674748800@aibphotog.com SUMMARY:Color Grading Considerations in Photoshop - How & Why: Nino Batista DESCRIPTION:Join Nino as he talks COLOR! Sure\, all about the different tools available in Photoshop to color grade with (and there are almost endless amounts)\, but also the philosophy of color\, why he grades the way he does\, and what color can do to help you attain your vision in your work. \nBeginners are welcome! \nExploring color grading in photography is beautifully open ended because there is no real “right or wrong” – just ideas and execution. He’ll show you several methods\, and give you all of his thoughts about why color grading is so powerful AND useful to a successful photographer.\nHe will also be offering code for major discount off some color grading Actions from NBP Retouch Tools. \nhttps://www.nbpretouchtools.com/ \nLIVE WILL BE STREAMED ON THE MAIN WALL OF THE AIBP MEMBER COMMUNITY\nIf you are not a member of the Facebook group\, be sure to answer all the questions to speed up your approval process. URL:https://aibphotog.com/event/color-grading-considerations-in-photoshop-how-why-nino-batista/ CATEGORIES:AIBP Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aibphotog.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Ninos-Class-FB-Cover-Facebook-Post-Landscape-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR