MAY MONTHLY EVENT

MAY 2025 MONTHLY EVENT

How to Engage and Enjoy the Chaos of Children

with Anjana Olson

TCPPA MEMBER REGISTRATION

Monday, May 19, 2025

3:30pm - 8:00pm

Free for TCPPA Members

$99 for Guests

TCPPA invites you to an interactive presentation with Anjana Olson. Anj will focus on the lifestyle family portrait process from designing, photographing, lighting, and posing with an emphasis on engaging and having fun with children.

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A Two-Part Program with Full Interaction

Part 1 of the program will encompass how to prepare the client, and designing the session to prepare for working with children. Part 2 of the program will discuss ways to work with children and families to create an atmosphere of fun and capture “lifestyle-esque” images with a fine art feel.

Watch Anj as she photographs a family with children while demonstrating the points discussed in Part 1 and Part 2 of the program.

Attendee Bonus: Bring your camera+trigger and you can also photograph our model family!

You don't want to miss this interactive event with Anj Olson!

KEY TAKE-AWAYS FROM THIS EVENT:

Discuss how to best prepare your client for a successful family portrait experience with children.
To demonstrate specific ways to engage family and children to capture spontaneous and dynamic
expressions and movement.
Share Anj's go-to lighting setups to allow for movement and efficiency with families/children.
Talk through and demonstrate the games Anj plays with children to capture their true smiles.
Have the opportunity to photograph a family.

Cost:

Free for TCPPA Members

$99 for Guests

Please Note: all attendees must pre-register to attend! Please indicate if you are a member or guest to start registration below.

Who this Workshop is for:

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this workshop is designed for photographers at various stages of their journey:

Novice Photographers

If you’re new to newborn photography and feeling overwhelmed by posing and lighting, this workshop will provide you with foundational skills and confidence. Learn how to set up your studio, pose newborns effectively, and achieve beautiful results with practical, step-by-step guidance that will keep your clients coming back for more.

Family Photographers

For those who specialize in family sessions and want to add newborn photography to your offerings, this workshop is perfect for your business. Gain insights into newborn posing workflows, learn how to handle and comfort babies, and understand how to integrate newborn photography into your existing business with ease.

Experienced Photographers

Even if you’re already skilled in photography, mastering the nuances of newborn posing and studio lighting can elevate your work. This workshop will refine your techniques, introduce new methods for handling and directing newborns, and offer advanced tips to enhance your portfolio and client satisfaction.

No matter where you stand in your photography career, this workshop offers valuable knowledge and hands-on experience to help you excel in capturing beautiful newborn portraits.

Whether you specialize in newborns or not, the skills you'll acquire at this event will enhance your photography across the board.

"I've been a member for over 3 years now and I love the diversity of the events! Even if it's not something I typically photograph, I always learn something that will apply to my business!"

- Jeannine P.

TCPPA Member Login

Click the button below to access your TCPPA member account. First, log in, then select the event you wish to register to attend for free as part of your membership.

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Guest Registration

If you aren't a TCPPA member yet, click below to secure your seat to this event at our event rate of $99.

EVENT DETAILS:

Event Title:

How to Engage and Enjoy the Chaos of Children

Date:

Monday, May 19, 2025

Time:

3:30pm – 8:00 pm

Location:

Holiday Inn & Suites St. Paul NE

8511 Hudson Blvd, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Pavilion event space
(please note location subject to change)

Cost:

Free for TCPPA Members

$99 for Non-Members

General Schedule of Events (subject to change):

3:30 - Check-in and Socialize

4:00 - Welcome and Announcements

4:15 - Speaker Presentation (Part 1)

5:15 - Break and Social

5:45 - Speaker Presentation (Part 2)

6:30 - Attendees photograph family

7:30 - Discuss Findings & Conclusion

8:00 - Closing and After Party

What to Bring:

Camera and triggers if you would like to photograph the model family/children during the interactive portion of the program, along with a notebook & pen

MEET OUR FEATURED SPEAKER

Anjana (Anj) Olson

Anj Olson from Anj Portrait Studio is a Master Photographer and CPP from Ankeny, Iowa. She specializes in studio portraits with a modern, fun, and dynamic emphasis combining lifestyle portraiture + fine art.

Anj has been a portrait photographer for 12 years and is a Mama to 3 boys (10, 8, and 5). She adores family time, Wes Anderson movies, and an excuse to wear a ballgown.

All imagery on this page courtesy of Anjana Olson.

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