Atlanta Photographers

Our Photography Journal: Day 29 : Sister Friend Assistant

We are telling our story of how we entered into

this photography journey and how things began for us……

Our Story!

All the years!

Giving a Big Shout out to my girl my friend my sister. So to tell you the truth sometimes you are blessed with a friend who is in your corner to cheerlead support be a listening ear be a laborer a second shooter if needed no matter what is needed my girl is always down for the cause.

Tonyia Lowe

Every idea concept event that we planned to put together I can count on Tonyia to be there.

I’ve hosted many events celebrations workshops and more and each time I let Tonyia know I need your help.

Without hesitation she lend me a hand to assist wherever and whenever I needed a hand …

She’s also been a customer of our services… family photos sweet 16 maternity wedding she has supported

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Planning an event she’s there

I’m doing a photo event she’s there

I’m doing a commercial for my products she’s there

I’m hosted an event for the business she there

I need an assistant with photography job she’s there

So on this 29th day of my photo journal

I’m giving a very public thanks and appreciation for my girl who’s holds me down whenever I need assistance

Just a heads up we got more work to do so get ready!!

Love ya

It’s Our Anniversary!

15 years and counting…

Kustom Kreation Photography

www.Kustomkreations4u.com

#itsouranniversary #dslrcamera #ourjourney

Our Photography Journal: Day 28 : Design Your Destiny with Tierra Destiny

We are telling our story of how we entered into this photography journey and how things began for us……

Our Story!

The Year 2012

Design your Destiny with Tierra Destiny

We were introduced to Tierra Destiny by our Friend Kara Norman.

Kara, thought Tierra was someone I definitely needed to know My first meeting with Tierra was by phone.

A bit nervous about meeting hearing about all the amazing things she was doing in the business world. When we spoke Tierra she was so real authentic and down to earth. She presented me with an opportunity to come to her conference Design Your Destiny Atlanta ( this was a 3 city conference tour). Kara Norman and I were able to capture moments from this awesome event.

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Tierra was so impressed with our work we did she invited us to come to the other cities. I was able to make arrangement and travel to DC which turned out to be another amazing experience and the connections made were just what I needed

As time moved on Tierra ( An amazing Business Coach and Trainer) would constantly pour into me with her knowledge and experience. This time in our journey was a more challenging time. It was during this time in our journey we had received the last of our unemployment benefits. For the 1st time ever we looked to make this photography thing work as a means of supporting ourselves and family.

We made the choice to bet on ourselves!

So the coaching that Tierra would provide to me was so priceless.

She referred me to some awesome clients and she constantly opened many doors of opportunity. I’m so thankful for the many impactful experiences during our times together I’ve learned so much and appreciate those who come into your life at just the right time

Love ya T!

It’s Our Anniversary! 15 years and counting…

Kustom Kreation Photography

www.Kustomkreations4u.com

#itsouranniversary#dslrcamera#ourjourney

Our Photography Journal: Day 27 : Empowering Ladies & Girls with Kara Norman

We are telling our story of how we entered into this photography journey and how things began for us……

Our Story!

The Year 2011

Empowering Ladies & Girls with Kara Norman

I received a phone call from a Kara Norman and she let me know she saw me at event capturing images and somehow was able to track down who I was. After learning more about us and our work she let me know she’s a big fan of our work!

I was at awww with such a gracious call.

Kara went on to tell me about an empowerment event that she was hosting and wanted to order custom supplies as well as book our photography services for the event.

We were able to put together a custom order and capture images from this wonderful event. Everything turned out great.

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That was the very start of not only a business alliance but we wound up becoming great friends.

As time went on Kara being involved in many networks of ladies, I begin receiving invitations to this powerful events that would help and inspire me as a woman and even more a woman in business.

This opened my world to yet another untapped area with our services. As we began to receive referrals from the network that she was heavily involved in.

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As time went on we went on to make wonderful history together.

Many milestone moments occurring in both my photography services as well as custom party décor.

We were creating parties with a purpose.

These custom items were used to affirm and empower our clients.

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I’m so very thankful for Kara seeking me She’s not only a friend she’s my sister and prayer partner and I appreciate her sooooooo much!

Love ya

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It’s Our Anniversary! 15 years and counting…

Kustom Kreation Photography

www.Kustomkreations4u.com

Our Photography Journal: Day 26 : Jade Ladson -Special Event Planner Extraordinaire

We are telling our story of how we entered into this photography journey and how things began for us……Our Story!

The Year 2010

Jade Ladson Special Event Planner Extraordinaire

She came to us from a referral from Brandi Starr

Jade, reached out to us for an event she had coming up And needed a photographer.

We came serviced the event everything turned out great.

After the event Jade arranged for a meeting with her to learn more about our services. We are able to meet and I was able to share more of our photography services and shared our portfolio of our custom decoration that we’ve created thus far.

From that meeting Jade hired us for more events. We were thankful for the opportunities she presented to us. In the process of the growing relationship between our companies Jade became a business mentor assisting with many internal challenges that we would face as a small growing company. She assisted with our communication style in dealing with unhappy clients as well as helping us to manage our emotions in business.

We continued to work together more events and custom decorations.

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One major opportunity that came to us via Jade Ladson (The Special Occasion) She placed an order with us for a custom Polo Inspired theme party supplies we created this project for the client and posted our creation on our blog. This particular project we organically began to received clients all over the country requesting orders for these collection.

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For the next several years (2011- 2014) This was our top selling collection to date. We could go on and on about Jade and the work she done as an wedding planner, event planner Business mentor (coach) & Problem solver. So very thankful for the referral and all the history that was created in between.

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Jade Ladson currently is the principal planner and owner of J.Ladson Weddings Full Service Wedding Planning Firm https://www.jladsonweddings.com/

It’s Our Anniversary!

15 years and counting…

Kustom Kreation Photography

www.Kustomkreations4u.com

Our Photography Journal: Day 24 : Experience Photography Workshop

We are telling our story of how we entered into this photography journey and how things began for us……Our Story!

The Year : 2010

Experience Photography Workshop

We were inspired by Brandi Starr

That there was a photography workshop by Ross Oscar Knight taken place and it would be a good idea if I was able to attend. After doing the research and receiving the cost of attendance I was on a mission to go. Once again I reached out to my oldest brother and ask if he wanted to invest in my future and how taking this class will make a difference in my photography journey.

My brother than sent me a portion of the monies to attend the class and I was able to hustle up the remains. The cost of class was $950

So happy to be in attendance the class was just like the name of the workshop : Experience. Photographers from all around the country was in class to develop and learn.

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1st day was all about photography and Toss equipped us with his formula in taking pictures the 2nd day was all about the business of photography. There was also two sets of models during our workshop where we all were able to capture images to display our different styles. We were able to submit our images to get honest feedback.

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Despite equipment intimidation and the need to advance my gear

This workshop allowed me to open myself up more to the world of photography all the possibilities and to network with fellow photographers from around the country.

If you are not familiar with Ross Oscar Knight check it out his work is phenomenal https://www.rossoscarknight.com/

It’s Our Anniversary!

15 years and counting…

Kustom Kreation Photography

www.Kustomkreations4u.com

**New Ebook Release**Atlanta Venue Guide!!!

We are excited to announce the release of our New E Book!!!! Atlanta Venue Guide!!!!

After many years of capturing events at some of the finest places Atlanta has to offer we are excited to offer this Atlanta Venue Guide! This Listing features many of Atlanta’s venue spaces for all your celebratory needs. So whether your planning a a baby shower , birthday party wedding event or a conference this listing is available to save time searching for the just the right place to host your event. We have over 100 places listed in our guide. Download your guide today Only $4.99

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40th Birthday Celebration in the Garden !

You've heard of a vegatable garden, a flower garden and even a secret garden. So with all that in mind earlier this year we were contacted by Ronda, she was putting together her birthday celebration and she decided to have an intimate dinner with friends in her private home. The theme of the dinner party was Garden. 


Friends How many of us have them? Well for Ronda, she has quite a few that joined her for a private chef table experience. It was a milestone birthday and she decided to celebrate with her closest friends over some delicious dinner paired up with the best-tasting wine for the entree. We were so happy to be apart of the beautiful celebration and we totally appreciate being able to take a delicious plate home. 
 

A very welcoming table scape with customize menus fresh flowers and paired dinner wines for the meal. 

A very welcoming table scape with customize menus fresh flowers and paired dinner wines for the meal. 

Appetizers and drinks were served as the guest awaited the time to be seated for dinner.

Appetizers and drinks were served as the guest awaited the time to be seated for dinner.

Check out the private Chef Aleem in action to learn more about the chef and his services click  here! 

Check out the private Chef Aleem in action to learn more about the chef and his services click  here! 

Great night with close friends over delicious dinner and wine. 

Great night with close friends over delicious dinner and wine. 

your choice of drinks and champayne for birthday toast 

your choice of drinks and champayne for birthday toast 

Happy Birthday Dear Ronda! This smile says it all as they closed out the night with the famous birthday song by friends. 

Happy Birthday Dear Ronda! This smile says it all as they closed out the night with the famous birthday song by friends. 

Elisha Akram (Kustom Kreation Photography) is an Atlanta Based Photographer Specialing in Social Events, Weddings, Families  High School Seniors & Business Headshots!

We also custom design party supplies for life's celebrated moments! Live Love Create Go Kustom! 

Portfolios and Perspectives Style Shoot Workshop in Review

Portfolios and perspectives in Review

Styled Shoot Workshop Based in Atlanta, Georgia  

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A dream realized one that came through it was a cold winter day in January one day after a major extreme winter weather storm and we were blessed with an appointment with the dream Coach Tiara LaShae Johnson we met we talked and upon leaving the session she assisted me in pulling out some dreams and aspirations. During our session she assisted me in creating deadlines for my goals. Starting with what I plan to do in the next seven days, then on the next 2weeks followed by 30 day deadline and last but not least 3 month goal. 

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 The three month deadline was to host  for the second time our Portfolio and Perspective Event Design Workshop this event is created for up-and-coming designers and photographers  looking to build a solid portfolio to showcase their talents while getting their professional images of their work from a variety of perspectives. After   months of planning venue shopping marketing for the event looking for vendors sponsors the day finally came and we were able To bring an intimate group of designers together to showcase their talents. Ajs Catering Atlanta provided a beautiful spread of delicious bites. Special guest speaker Kara norman provided a Mamosa bar with all the fancy fixin's

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A great morning of high-energy custom designs and dynamic speakers. 

Kara Norman - Empower Her Inc., 

Kara Norman - Empower Her Inc., 

Tiara LaRae Johnson - The Dream Coach

Tiara LaRae Johnson - The Dream Coach

Inside look of workshop 

Inside look of workshop 

A little line dancing to get the blood and creativity flowing - Electric Slide All time Classic 

A little line dancing to get the blood and creativity flowing - Electric Slide All time Classic 

The happenings around the room 

The happenings around the room 

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My happy go lucky assistants 

My happy go lucky assistants 

So we are happy to report that our dreams that cold winter day in January or realize and it's time for us to continue to put in the work and keep setting the bar for ourselves we want to  thank each and every individual that participated in assisted in anyway possible we appreciate your love and support. Now let's  continue to build together!

With Love , 

Elisha  

Thank you all to our supporters!!! Connect with our Friends Below! 

 

Kara Norman - Empower Her Inc. 

Tiara LaShae Johnson - The Dream Coach

Tahir White - Tasha and Tahir You Tube Channel

Bryant Andrews - Sky Love Images 

Krista  - Krista's Event Koncepts

Shelia Hamler- Shelia's Simply Elegant Events

Anthony James - Aj's Catering Atlanta

Jasmine Townsend- B Exquisite Events

Krystal Cain- Kontour Event Management

Portfolios & Perspective is a Style Shoot workshop based in Atlanta, Georgia created to assist up and coming event planners(designers) and event targeted photographers with interactive workshop to build the portfolios they need to display their talents to their potential clients. Designers are colloborating with industry professionals to put together a style shoot to show their style and creative idea for social events. Photographers are capturing the work of creatives to showcase their style giving a variety of perspectives for the designers.  This workshop also allows you to get the necessary professional images to be displayed on your website and across your social media platforms.