It's a little unusual to be photographing another photographers studio. There's a "special kind of pressure" in doing this. I always want to create amazing images and amazing virtual tours for all of my clients. However, with another photographer it's hard not to feel a little self conscious. I know what I'm doing and I'm confident in my abilities but it's still nerve racking. Fortunately, Gretchen and I are good friends and we've actually worked together on many shoots over the years. She does entirely different photography from me so we aren't exactly competitors. She is a portrait and wedding photographer. She specializes in children and senior portraits as well as amazing weddings. I've assisted her on several of her weddings. I'm no longer a portrait or wedding photography. These days I focus exclusively on my commercial, editorial, and Google Business photography. Very often when someone asks me about portraits or weddings I send them Gretchen's way. I know she will do excellent work and those referrals will have a great experience. So check out the conventional still images and virtual tour of Gretchen's studio in Helena, Alabama. To view more of her work see her wedding and portrait website or her senior portraits site. [gallery type="circle" ids="1703,1704,1705,1706"]
Google Business Photos
Remon's Clothier - Men's Clothing Store at The Summit in Birmingham - Google Business Photos /
I had the pleasure of working with Remon and his sons in creating Google Business Photos for his men's clothing store. It's a small family run business and I think that makes a huge difference. The attention to detail, personal service, and the relationships they have with there customers can't be found at the big box stores. In addition to men's clothing and shoes they also do custom tailoring and alterations. There store is a little tucked out of the way at The Summit. They're behind Saks and close to Mountain High. Because of that you really have to know that they are there. Check out the photos and tour that I created below and check them out on their Google + local page too! If you're in need of fine men's clothing you must check out Remon's!
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New Google Business Photos Video /
Google has just released a new video showing more details, info, and real business testimonials about the Google Business Photos program! Check it out!
Bella Couture Bridal Boutique in Mt Laurel, Alabama /
Last week I had the pleasure of creating a Google Business Photos tour of Bella Couture, a bridal boutique in the Mt. Laurel area of Birmingham. I had know the owner, Colleen, from my wedding photographer days but this was the first time we were able to work together. She has a great attention to detail and it shows in her store! Check out the tour and the conventional still images! (check out their Google + Local page)
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If you're in the market for a wedding dress check them out!
104 Croft St Mt Laurel, AL 35242 (205) 995-3444Magnolia Springs Manor - Google Business Photos in Helena, Alabama /
Without a doubt wedding venues are one the best businesses served by Google Business Photos. Today's brides are doing more and more planning and researching using Google searches. About 40% of them are doing it from their phones. Being able to virtually tour a wedding venue from their computer or phone is a huge convenience factor putting venues with a tour at the top of their lists. Once they do come in they feel more at ease and comfortable. Magnolia Springs Manor in Helena, Alabama is a perfect example. I was actually able to work with the owner, Kathy, to be there on the day of a wedding. I got their before most guests and was able to work around the few that were there to create this tour. It's really great for a bride to be able to see how it looks fully decorated. Likely when she comes in she would have to imagine how it would look. Now Kathy can pull the tour up on the computer and show her exactly how it looks! Check out the tour and stills below.
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