With another year coming to a close, It always seems I get very reflective about events, personal growth, and just stuff.  2008 has been a crazy rollercoaster for me as I am sure it has been for many others, and yet with that crazy ride, and the anxiety caused by change, I can't help but think of the many positive experiences I've had that have led to great personal growth.  There continues to be one photographic organization out there that challenges me, excites me and just gets my vision set for the new year.  That organization is WPPI or Wedding Portrait Photographers International.  The convention will be held from February 14-19 at the MGM Grand Hotel, Las Vegas, NV.  At the risk of getting sappy, I know I wouldn't be into photography if it hadn't been for stumbling upon the WPPI organization so many years ago.  Not only  have I been inspired by the incredibly talented photographers I've met, but by attending the convention I've learned a great deal about being successful.  Those lessons are especially golden to me at this time when the economy is so tough.  Now more than ever, I feel a need to be in attendence at the convention.  It's the best investment I can make to grow my business.

Bambi Cantrell
Cantrell Portrait Design, Inc.
www.cantrellportrait.com