It’s amazing how much we can accomplish when we come together.  Last night, nine photographers in the New York City area met for dinner at Mappamondo to laugh and learn from one another.   I can honestly say it was one of my favorite nights as a professional photographer. Being able to talk candidly about the challenges and great rewards that come from starting your own business with others on the same path was incredible.  So incredible that we sat chatting at that little restaurant in the West Village for FIVE HOURS!  No topic was off limits.  We covered everything from what inspired us to become photographers, to advertising and brand development.

There are some out there who might think we are CRAZY for meeting up to share all of our secrets.  I couldn’t disagree more.  By coming together with the intent of learning from one another, we are able to grow 10 times faster than we would alone.   I am so happy to have met this amazing group of people and I can’t wait to see how our friendships continue to develop in the years to come.

Mappamondo was adorable and SO delicious.  It turned out to be the perfect place for us all to meet up.

Can you guess what brought this group together?  The fabulous Jasmine Star of course!  We will all be attending her workshop called theFix next Friday in NYC.  If you are a photographer in the tri-state area, I hope to see you there!