When reflecting on For the Love Workshop, I am left speechless. I have so much to say and so much to show you. Unfortunately, I do not have the time to pour out my heart at this moment, but I would love to show you a silly sequence with Erik Clausen (Poser), Lauren Clark, and me (Ginny Corbett). If this doesn't sum us up, then I don't know what would. I love it!

I can't wait to tell you more. Stay posted!

Ginny Corbett

List of Things to Pack/Bring to For The Love

Here's a list of some of the things that you should bring to the workshop.  If I have missed something, please add it in the comments section.

• Bible 
• laptop 
• camera 
• charger 
• lenses 
• card reader 
• CF cards
• journal 
• business cards- bring enough for you to give to everyone at the retreat/worskhop (so bring 25) 
• any marketing material that you would like for us to look at (you will have one-on-one time with Lauren and Erik to review your portfolio and marketing material). 
•  A cute outfit. Lauren and Erik will take your head shots. 

 Warm Clothes

• Scarf 
• gloves 
• toboggan 
• boots 
• warm socks 
• jeans 
• long johns 
• coat 
• hoodies/sweatshirts
• p.j.s 
• Bathing suit (if you want to get in the jacuzzi!) 
• Music /ipod 
• Pillow or any other "sleeping aid" you might need

You have an UNBELIEVABLE opportunity! We are looking for models for For the Love Workshop. We are needing 5-6 sets of models.

• 2 Bride and Groom (dressed in wedding day attire
•  2- Couples (whether you are married, engaged, or dating...we need couples dressed in trendy attire.)
•  2- Individuals (18 yrs+)

Details:

• Send a picture to: ginny@ginnycorbettphotography.com
• Make up is provided! (You will need to take care of your outfit, hair, and bring along your foundation).
• You will need to meet us in Pigeon Forge, TN (directions and further details will be provided once I receive your email).
• We are needing models on Feb. 10th (Wednesday) afternoon
• You will receive a disk of the top images taken by Lauren, Erik, Ginny, and the other workshop attendees!!!

This is a great opportunity for you to receive great images of yourself (or of you and your love!). You do NOT have to have modeling experience. This is especially great if you are a photographer that was wanting to go to For the Love, but couldn't make it this time. This is a great way for you to be BEHIND the camera and watch how other photographers shoot. You don't want to miss it!!

I believe I mentioned yesterday that it had started snowing here in Pigeon Forge, TN.  I ended up getting snowed in lastnight, and had to eat dinner out of the vending machines...yum!

This morning, the plan was to drive towards Cherokee, NC to view some of the mountain scenary, but the roads were closed.  That seemed to be the theme of the day...I would drive approximately 7 miles towards a destination only to find out that the roads were closed due to the snow. 

Do you think that stopped me from exploring the area and capturing a few pics?  No way!  There's ALWAYS good pictures to be captured...it's just a matter of getting out of your car and looking around.  I really had a great time soaking in the solitude.  I was so thankful for the intimate time with the Father.  He loves spending time with His children.  (You should try it some time.)

Here's a few of my favorites from today...

I wanted to give you a quick update on my trip to Pigeon Forge....

Last night I flew into Nashville.  Originally, I was planning on attending Imaging USA's pre-convention classes, but I decided to spend the rest of the week in Pigeon Forge to pray for the workshop and finalize our plans.  Boy, am I glad I did.  I have spent the entire day soaking up God's beauty.  It has been GREAT!

Right when I got to Pigeon Forge, I met Audia (she works for the Preserve Resort).  She led me up the mountain.  Keep in mind...my rental car is a tiny Ford Focus, AND it's starting to snow.  I was a little nervous to say the least.  The cabins are practically at the TOP of the mountain.  As I was following her, I kept expecting us to reach the top (or fall off the mountain), but the road continued to wind up and around the mountain.  It was really scary looking towards the passenger side of the car, because if you ran off the road, even a little bit, you would surely "meet your maker".

So, we finally arrived at the resort.  It was perfect!  It's basically a strip of log cabins ranging from one bedroom up to 12.  Our cabin is the second to the last.  There's a cute white chapel, a patio with at least 20 rocking chairs, a meeting place, and a gym on the property.  It's great!

Our cabin, the Sequoyah Manor, is 3 stories tall!  You walk in on the second floor; you walk right into the kitchen.  (My mom and aunts are doing our cooking...I can't wait for you to meet them!)  There are 2 huge wooden picnic tables...that's where we are going to eat.  There are 4 bedrooms on the second floor, a good sized living room, and a back deck that is breath-taking! 

The 1st floor is my favorite.  That is where we are going to have our worship services and our big meetings.  It's a wide open room (technically a "theater" room).  I believe there are 4 bedrooms on this floor.  There are also 2 jacuzzi's on the back deck!  I don't know about you, but I'm definitely bringing my bathing suit!

The 3rd floor is also amazing!  It has 4 bedrooms as well.  The boys are definitely going to want the 3rd floor.  There is an air hockey table and a pool table.  The 3rd floor also has a living room.  Just like the other floors, there is an amazing back deck that overlooks the Great Smoky Mountains.  I'm definitely going to spend a lot of time soaking in the beauty of the outdoors on our trip. 

After I viewed the cabin, I (very slowly) went down the mountain to find some local food.  It ate at this amazing pizza place called "American Pizza and Video".  It was in a red barn, and looked like a cute country restaurant on the inside.  By this time, the snow was starting to come down pretty heavy.  So, I decided to visit only one attraction...

Audia told me about a place called Metcalf Bottoms Park.  I would've never found if it wasn't for her.  I was a little nervous, because the snow was starting to stick to the ground and I was weaving all around the mountains.  I'm sure you understood how desperate I was to photograph nature...I just had to go on!

So, I made it to Metcalf Bottoms....there was a gorgeous stream flowing.  It sounded like heaven.  There was snow covering the ground...not a soul in sight.  I was able to spend 30 minutes exploring the area by myself (thank goodness bears are hibernating right now!).  It was perfect.  So perfect that I'm actually going to go back tomorrow. 

Here's a few pictures....

I've been working on posting a video of me selecting the winner, but the file is simply too big, and I don't won't to make you wait any longer.  So, here it goes....

Drum roll, please.....

The winner of the For the Love Workshop free seat is......ALISON HOLCOMB!  Congratulations, girl!

For those of you who participated, and would still like to attend the workshop, there's good (scratch that....GREAT) news!  We still have about 10 seats available!  We are also running a special until tomorrow to fill those remaining spots.  Please email me at info@fortheloveworkshop.com if you are interested.

Thank you for participating in this contest.  Each of your emails, blog posts, twitter updates, and inspirational pictures have touched so many people.  Just today I received a phone call from a friend who was touched by one of the inspirational photos that one of you posted on facebook.  Thank you!

Lastly...continue to stay connected.  We are definitely having more "For the Love" Workshops in the future.  I would love for you to be the first to find out. 

Congratulations, Alison! 

Just imagine...

The busiest part of last year's photography season is over.

You finally have a break from the stress.

You wake up every morning to the smell of fresh coffee in a cozy mountain cabin.

You step outside to breathe in the fresh mountain air, but you are stunned by the amazing landscape of God's creation in front of you.

You meet new friends over breakfast...friends who are passionate about the same things you are passionate about.

You spend intimate time in worship before starting your day.

You head out to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with your 3 favorite things...camera, bible, and journal.

You seek God's advice as to what your next business move should be.

You spend time with your creator.

You learn from the Father how to see things differently.

You capture images in new ways...ways you've never seen before.

You head back to the cabin...ready to learn...ready to soak...ready to get new strategies to apply to the business plan God gave you.

You attend classes with Erik Clausen and Lauren Clark.

They teach you lighting strategies, posing styles, marketing ideas, photoshop techniques, workflow...

You apply what you learned by photographing beautiful models with one of the most amazing natural backdrops on the Earth.

You unwind by getting into more worship led by Meredith Andrews.

You continue to write down business strategies as they flow from heaven through your pen.

You find yourself refreshed.

You find yourself relieved.

You find yourself feeling lighter than when you first came, because you have experienced that "His yoke is easy and His burden is light".

You find yourself full of joy.

You find yourself balanced, not controlled by your circumstances...controlled by God.

You find yourself excited again.

You find yourself passion passionate again.

You find that your mind is clear...ready to take on the next busy season.

You find yourself....changed.

This is what we believe you will experience when you come to For the Love Workshop this Feb. This is not an ordinary workshop. This is a spiritual retreat where you "seek the kingdom first". This is also a workshop where you will learn from the best. This is a place where you will experience the life-changing power of God as He guides your steps.

Seats are filling up fast. Reserve your spot today.

For ONE weekend only, we are going to have a BOGO sale to attend For the Love with a friend or a spouse!

FYI: BOGO means "Buy One Get One Free!"

Here's how it works:

On November 20th, 21st, and 22nd we are launching a new registration form that allows you to either buy one registration spot and get one free (which is great for husbands and wives), or split the cost of one registration with a friend (which is great for partners or friends).

On our current registration form, we have 2 options for payment:

1.  Option #1: $2,000 (pay all now)

2.  Option #2: $1,000 now and $1,000 6 weeks before the workshop

On November 20th-22nd, we are going to modify the registration form to include 2 more options:

3.  Option #3: BOGO: $2,000 (all now)

4.  Option #4: BOGO: $1,000 (the other $1,000 will come from my partner, who will also register today)

Please note:

Option #4 is great for husbands and wives.

Option #3:  This option gives you a chance to split the cost with a partner or friend.  When you choose this option...you BOTH have to register and choose this option, AND you both have to write each other's name down in the "Notes" section.  That way we can pair your registration forms.  You will not be registered until we receive both of your forms (email us if this part is confusing).

Lastly, the person you share the BOGO deal will be your bed-buddy.  So, if you want a bed to yourself then don't opt for the BOGO deal. :)

Most importantly...you can only bring along a friend of the same gender, unless you are married.  If you are not married, you can not share the BOGO deal with someone of the opposite sex.  

In a Nutshell:

Deal: Buy One Get One F-R-E-E!

When? Only ONE weekend: November 20-22

How? During registration, choose Option #3 or #4 for your payment method.

You have a chance to pay HALF PRICE for a one week, all-inclusive, spiritual retreat/workshop.  Don't miss out!

There are many reasons why you should go to For the Love Workshop.

1. It's an all-inclusive spiritual retreat and workshop.

2. It will be in the secluded Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee...beautiful!

3. You will have personal worship led by national recording artist, Meredith Andrews.

4. You will have time every morning to seek God over your business. We will venture out in nature daily with our cameras, bibles, and journals and ask God to open our eyes to see new things in creative ways.

5. You will develop friendships with other photographers around the world, who will become your support system as you work to build your business.

6. You will learn tons of substantial information from nationally recognized and award winning photographers, Lauren Clark and Erik Clausen.

This workshop is going to be amazing, life changing, refreshing, and simply FUN! You really don't want to miss out. Sign up while you can! Click here.

For the Love Contest!!!

We decided to have a contest to win a free spot to For the Love Workshop in February 2009!  Yep...you heard us right...FREE! 

I (Ginny) was having a difficult time thinking of a good contest without repeating what has already been done.  I called my buddy, Lauren Clark, the mastermind of contests, and asked her for ideas.  We came up with a similar contest Lauren has run in the past. 

You are going to have a chance to complete 6 tasks to have your name entered into a drawing hat.  We are going to have a drawing on Jan. 4th.  Here are the ways for your name to be added to our drawing. 

1 Chance: leave a comment on this blog with "For the Love Workshop" in it.

1 Chance: send an email to: info@fortheloveworkshop.com with "Contest" as the subject.  Include your contact info in the email.

1 Chance: twitter something with @forthelovewkshp in your status update. (don't forget to follow us!)

1 Chance: become a fan of "fortheloveworkshop" on facebook and post a comment with the phrase "for the love workshop" in it. 

5 Chances: Write one of your favorite scriptures on an inspiring photo and tag "Ginny Dowdy Corbett" on facebook.  (For some reason you can't tag a business page.  So, you will need to add me as a friend first).

5 (more) Chances: Post a blog post about For the Love Workshop.  Make sure to include a link to the workshop webpage: www.fortheloveworkshop.com.  E-mail us a link to your blog so that we can check it out: info@fortheloveworkshop.com

It's that simple!  If you do all of the above, your name will be added to the drawing 14 times! 

Who: Anyone can play! 

When:  The winner will be announced on Jan 4th

What:  You will when a free spot to For the Love Workshop. (airfare not included)

***Please do not wait to see if you won to register.  There are only 40 spots available to this amazing, all-inclusive retreat/workshop.  If you win, and you already paid for registration, you will receive a full refund. 

You still have a chance to win a spot to For the Love Workshop!

The winner will be announced at 6 pm on Monday, Jan. 4th (eastern time).

Details

You are going to have a chance to complete 6 tasks to have your name entered into a drawing hat. We are going to have a drawing on Jan. 4th.

Here are the ways for your name to be added to our drawing. 1 Chance: leave a comment on this blog with "For the Love Workshop" in it.

• 1 Chance: send an email to: info@fortheloveworkshop.com with "Contest" as the subject. Include your contact info in the email. 
• 1 Chance: twitter something with @forthelovewkshp in your status update. (don't forget to follow us!) 
• 1 Chance: become a fan of "fortheloveworkshop" on facebook and post a comment with the phrase "for the love workshop" in it. 
•  5 Chances: Write one of your favorite scriptures on an inspiring photo and tag "Ginny Dowdy Corbett" on facebook. (For some reason you can't tag a business page. So, you will need to add me as a friend first). 
• 5 (more) Chances: Post a blog post about For the Love Workshop. Make sure to include a link to the workshop webpage: www.fortheloveworkshop.com. E-mail us a link to your blog so that we can check it out: info@fortheloveworkshop.com 

 It's that simple! 

If you do all of the above, your name will be added to the drawing 14 times!

Who: Anyone can play!

When: The winner will be announced on Jan 4th, 6:00pm eastern time

What: You will when a free spot to For the Love Workshop. (airfare not included)

***Please do not wait to see if you won to register. There are only 40 spots available to this amazing, all-inclusive retreat/workshop. If you win, and you already paid for registration, you will receive a full refund.