Think Pink Photographer Network

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Ideas

2008-09-10T08:28:00.000-07:00

I will be posting blog entries to give you ideas on how to promote Breast Cancer Awareness through your blog and business for October. You may choose to post one blog entry with a lot of information, or little tidbits throughout the month. Here are a few to get started. I'll be posting more over the next few weeks. You can always post a blog entry, or reminders at the end of these entries to tell your clients about your participation in Think Pink Photography. If you have an idea that you want to share, please email me at:
admin@thinkpinkphotography.org

Thanks!
Tennille King

Post a Public Service Announcement:
CELEBRATE NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month educates women about the importance of early detection. More and more women are getting mammograms to detect breast cancer in its earliest stages. As a result, breast cancer deaths are on the decline. Encourage the women in your life to get mammograms on a regular basis. Visit the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month website at http://www.nbcam.org for more information.

This message is brought to you by {your business name}.

Promote Email Reminder Services
BREAST SELF EXAM and MAMMOGRAM EMAIL REMINDERS
The early detection of breast cancer is so important! Stay on top of your self exams and mammograms by using this link to send yourself email reminders. You can enter your information for a monthly self exam reminder, and again for an annual mammogram reminder.
http://www.womanlinks.com/reminders/index.php

Post Helpful Websites for More Information
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON BREAST CANCER
Please visit these websites for helpful information:
http://www.nbcam.org
http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org
http://www.cancer.org
http://www.komen.org
http://www.youngsurvival.org

Faces of Courage - Brandon, FL - need photographers

2008-06-09T19:51:00.000-07:00

Faces of Courage.org would like to invite photographers to join their camp in Brandon, FL on Sat., September 6, 2008. There will have about 100 campers at this
free program.

Faces of Courage Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit cancer patient support organization, dedicated to providing, free of charge, programs emphasizing practical education; life coping strategies; and improved self esteem; through non-threatening, engaging, and recreational outings and overnight camps, with a primary goal of helping the cancer patient navigate their way through the treatment process and to thrive as a survivor. At no cost to the participants, we provide programs, day outings, overnight camps, picnics and "end of chemo" parties.

Think Pink photographers willing to donate their time on this afternoon should contact Heather by emailing heather@heatherpapolosphotography.com Due to time and space limitations, only the first 8 photographer who commit can participate. Information concerning the open spots can be found at www.scraphappyheather.blogspot.com

Creating More Awareness

2008-05-24T10:04:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! Hope this update finds you all doing well. If you aren't already aware, I'd like to welcome Yolanda Rowe as our new Administrative Coordinator! The response to Think Pink has been WONDERFUL - but too much for me to handle on my own! Yolanda has graciously stepped in to help us out. THANK YOU YOLANDA!

We aren't even a year old yet and we've grown so rapidly, so please bare with us because I think in the long run we have a lot of potential with this organization.

In the beginning, I was just trying to keep things together for the photographers that were joining. Now that Yolanda can help with adding people to the network, I'd like to focus more on awareness. The more awareness we can create for Think Pink, the more people will also know about your businesses.

I'd welcome any ideas you may have on creating awareness for Think Pink - these can be suggestions that I can do for the organization in general (for example, I will be contacting other breast cancer related organizations so they know we are here, exchanging links and other promotional ideas - if you know of any organizations you think would make good partners, please let me know). Your suggestions can also be for things each photography business could do to promote themselves and Think Pink.

If you have input, you can email me directly at:
admin@thinkpinkphotography.org

Thank you so much for your participation and your patience as we grow and move forward!

All updates on the blog now

2008-03-17T19:21:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone - I'm in the process of leaving the email newsletter service we were using and moving things all to the blog. So basically, all information will be posted here rather than a newsletter. BUT...you will be subscribed to the blog, so you will receive an email with the blog entry every time. Just a minor change, but wanted you to know what's up.

You will receive an email asking you to confirm your new blog subscription...PLEASE COMPLETE THIS - if you do not, you will not receive ANY information or updates from Think Pink.

Thanks!!

Images for website and blog

2008-01-29T07:15:00.000-08:00

Have you done a Think Pink Session that you would like to share? You can send them to me and I will post on the public blog for the Think Pink website...and eventually I will update the galleries on the website, too.

If you are sending for the blog...
Resize to 100dpi and 500px on the long side.
Email the images (up to 6)
Include text about the client.
There are past entries on there if you want ideas.
YOU MUST HAVE PERMISSION AND A SIGNED MODEL RELEASE FROM THE CLIENT.

Change in Non-Profit Status

2008-01-28T15:07:00.000-08:00

Think Pink Photography will be classified as a CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION now rather than a NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION.

What is the difference?
Simply put, if and organization accepts tax exempt donations, it needs to file as a non-profit organization with tax exempt status.

Why the change?
After talking with the attorney, we agree that the paperwork and requirements to stay compliant as a non-profit/tax exempt organization are just too much for me to handle on my own. I'm trying to get some administrative help because I'd like to focus my efforts on more public relations and awareness. Even with that help, the requirements to stay a non-profit/tax exempt organization are pretty extreme and I can't take that on right now.

How does this affect everyone with Think Pink?
Basically, this ONLY affects us through donations and fundraising. We will still provide support to the Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation in addition to the charitable Think Pink sessions...but, the donations will go directly through the Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation rather than to Think Pink.

Since funds will not be accepted in Think Pink's name, we do not need to be tax exempt...and not being tax exempt saves a lot of paperwork and time on our end! We can still support their cause without the extra administrative burden.

Now, our donate page links directly to the Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation donation page. Payments sent by mail are now sent to the Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation at the address provided on our donate page. When you make a donation, please put "Think Pink" in the notes of your online payment or the memo line of your check.

If you have additional questions about this change, please email me at any time!

Thanks!

SURVIVOR Defined

2008-01-28T14:50:00.002-08:00

Special thanks to Sarah Ulrich from Uniquely You Designs...Sarah has agreed to share her SURVIVOR Defined design for use on Think Pink storyboards and cards.

You can check out Sarah's designs at:
http://www.uniquelyyoudesigns.blogspot.com/

The DEFINED Templates are on this entry:
http://uniquelyyoudesigns.blogspot.com/2007/11/new-release-defined-collage-templates.html

Download the SURVIVOR Defined at:
http://www.thinkpinkphotography.org/survivor.psd

Special Discounts for YOU!!!

2007-12-17T19:31:00.000-08:00

I just want to thank you all so much for your support and patience as we got Think Pink started. You have all been so wonderful to work with and I wish you a very safe and happy holiday season. So, to thank you, and help you get ready for the new year, here are some special offers just for Think Pink Photographers!!

I would like to thank all of the vendors for their generosity. Details and instructions for each vendor are listed below.

THANK YOU and ENJOY!
Tennille

**ALL OFFERS EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2007. No exceptions.

Phaunt Actions - http://www.phauntactions.com/blog
Take 25% off any action set. Coupon code: thinkpink45

Simply Splash - http://www.simplysplash.com
Take 50% off any Splash Page/Blog Header Combo. Mention Think Pink when contacting Kim.

i Think Tink - http://www.iThinkTink.com
Biz Books - MS Excel-based accounting template for photographers - $50 (reg. $75)
Biz Bundle - Business forms and templates for Photoshop - $75 (reg. $125)
Mention Think Pink in comments when you send payments via Paypal to Tennille.

Skye Hardwick
Business Forms - http://photographicfoundations.com
Purchase at the special rate of $59 (reg. $99)

Business Bootcamp - http://bbootcamp.com
Sign up for any of the three BB Workshop locations at the rate of $225 (reg. $350)

Soulographer Workshop - http://soulographer.com
Sign up for any of the remaining 2008 Workshop locations at the rate of $475 (reg. $650)

Mention Think Pink when contacting Skye.
*Important: those within two hours of Pittsburgh PA are not eligible or able to purchase - thank you!

J. Lee Albums - http://www.jleealbums.com
Take 20% off albums (excludes CD cases & Accordion Albums). Coupon code: TINKPINK07

Happy Peas Jewelry - http://www.happypeas.com
Take an extra 10% off the wholesale discount. Coupon code: ThinkPink

My Lil Creations - http://personal-momentos.blogspot.com
Buy One Product, Get One Free (plus a special bonus pack!). Mention Think Pink in Paypal comments to Tina.

Pro Lens Wear - http://www.prolenswear.com
Free extra cover with the purchase of a bag. Mention Think Pink when contacting Gina.

Missy's Closet - http://www.missyscloset.wordpress.com
Offering bulk pricing with no minimum for purchasing!
Bibs and Bini’s- $8.00
Onesies/Sleep Sacks and Toddler/Youth T-shirts: One sided print - $10.00 Two sided print: $13.00
Adult Shirts: One sided print: $14.00 Two sided print: $18.00
If there is a photo as a part of your design, please add $5.00 per item ordered.
Mention Think Pink when contacting Lisa.

vibe - http://reneeoakenfull.typepad.com/extras
Take 30% off any product (actions, presets, templates, borders). Mention Think Pink in the Paypal comments to Renee.

MCP Actions - http://www.mcpactions.com
FREE Take Action on Cancer Awareness - download here:
http://multiplechoices.smugmug.com/gallery/3538901

Lifeart Actions & Designs - http://lifeartdesigns.blogspot.com
Take 20% off! Contact Kristen at kristin@lifeartimages.com and she will send an invoice via paypal at the discounted rate.

Miabella Actions - http://actions.leahprofancik.com
Buy 2 actions at regular price, get one free.
Take $10 off any action set.
Mention Think Pink in Paypal comments to Leah.

Perona Designs - http://www.peronadesigns.com
Take 50% off the 6-Photo Antique Silver Bracelet (includes an attached antique silver awareness ribbon charm, rather than the heart charm that typically comes on it).
Also 10% of the profits will be donated to Think Pink Photography!
Coupon code: thinkpink50

Congratulations Amy Clark of Baby Steps Studios!

2007-12-02T07:15:00.000-08:00

Amy is the winner of our Pro Lens Wear contest! Thank you to those that participated and thank you Amy for your generous donation!

Catching Up

2007-11-15T12:52:00.001-08:00

CATCHING UP
Wanted to say thank you and I apologize! Thank you because again, the response to Think Pink continues to be overwhelming! And I apologize because I know I'm behind on updating the network and I want to get you all listed as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience as I returned emails. The network will be updated by the end of the weekend. Again, so sorry for the delay. As of this afternoon, everyone is on the mailing list, just need to add you to the network listing.

I'm actually getting someone to help me with the administrative side of things so that we don't continually stay behind. So that will improve I promise!!

PRO LENS WEAR CONTEST
Also - regarding the Pro Lens Wear Contest - I have done a horrible job keeping that promotion going. This bag is awesome and I want to do this contest right! The contest deadline is now November 30th (for sure!). For those of you that have already donated - THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

See the contest details here:
http://thinkpinknetwork.blogspot.com/2007/10/contest-pro-lens-wear.html

I mentioned in that blog entry, it is NOT normal that we will ask for donations outside of your referrals or template sales. We just thought this effort would be a great way to show the Eric R. Beverly Family foundation how excited we are about Think Pink.

You can donate money based on Think Pink referrals, Think Pink template sales, or your own personal or business donation. Even small donations help - as much as our network has grown, just think if everyone donated just $10 how much that could add up to! So even if you haven't had a Think Pink referral or sold any Think Pink templates, please consider making a donation!

WHAT IS TO COME...
Look in the next month for an interview with Eric and Danielle Beverly. I want you all to get to know them and more about what their foundation does now and will do in the future as they grow. It is our hope that Think Pink can help them reach more people throughout the country and help them support this amazing cause.

If there is anything you would like to see on the blog - our network blog or the public blog, please just let me know. I'd love your input.

Thanks!!
Tennille

Sharing Press Release Wording

2007-10-12T14:44:00.000-07:00

Want to email a press release to your local newspapers, radio stations, or TV stations? Copy and paste this text below and customize for your business. (Thanks to those of you that contributed wording for this press release!)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

YOUR NAME
COMPANY NAME
PHONE NUMBER
EMAIL ADDRESS
WEBSITE

Introducing Think Pink Photography!
Celebrating Life, Supporting the Cause

YOUR CITY, STATE, DATE:

COMPANY NAME is excited to announce a new partnership with Think Pink Photography. Founded in October 2007 by Ohio Photographer, Tennille King, Think Pink Photography strives to help breast cancer survivors and their families celebrate life with charitable photography sessions. Individuals may choose to document their fight against the disease before or during treatment, or prefer to capture their victory with a session after treatment is completed. Photographers world-wide are now available to donate time and talent to celebrate life and support the cause. There is no cost or obligation to the breast cancer patient.

Think Pink Photography is a non-profit organization. Any profits Think Pink Photography receives through donations or various fund raising efforts are donated to the Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation - a foundation dedicated to promoting education, increasing awareness, and providing support and assistance to families that have been touched by breast cancer.

Clients participating in a Think Pink Session will receive a complimentary photo session, as well as 20 finished prints from the session. They will also receive a discount off of any additional portraits they wish to purchase, although there is absolutely no purchase required at any time.

I am very proud to be one of the first photographers with Think Pink Photography, and am anxious to get the word out about this amazing program. For more information, you can contact me, or you can visit the Think Pink Photography website at:

http://www.thinkpinkphotography.org

TELL ABOUT YOUR COMPANY HERE

###

For more information or to schedule an interview please contact YOUR NAME at PHONE NUMBER.

CONTEST! Pro Lens Wear!!

2007-10-08T21:55:00.000-07:00

Win Your Choice of any bag from Pro Lens Wear!
http://prolenswear.blogspot.com/

Think Pink will run various contests with prizes to thank our Network for their hard work! Keep on the lookout for some of your favorite photography vendors giving away prizes in the months to come!

Help Think Pink Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month with our October Network contest!
While donations for referrals and template sales are accepted throughout the year, I won't often ask for contributions outside of the Partner with a Photographer program (unless your little heart desires to do so). However...

I thought we could kick off Think Pink by showing our financial support this October. How wonderful it will be to present the Beverly Family Foundation with our donations!!

Contest Details:
The photographer that generates the most funds for Think Pink will win their choice of a bag from Pro Lens Wear. Deadline to make online donations is October 31, 2007 at midnight EST. Mailed donations must be RECEIVED by October 31st.

What donations count for the contest?

Any personal donations from the photographer are credited to the photographer for this contest. (Tax deductible receipts are sent out on a monthly basis.) These donations can include the Partner with a Photographer donations or your own personal contribution.
Your family, friends and clients can contribute - if they mention your name in the notes section of their donation. They will get the tax deductible receipt, but you will get the credit for this contest. (You can phrase it, "Be sure to mention you were referred by XXX in the notes of your donation.")

Get creative!
Spread the word on your blog. Tell everyone about Think Pink and encourage them to sign up for the newsletter and make a donation. Create an email that asks people to forward it on to others in their address book. Funds help the cause, but awareness and spreading the word in general is SO important. Print cards to give people. The possibilities are endless!

Any donation is so helpful - even small ones - because it really does add up. Right now there are 106 of us in the Network. Imagine if we each donated $10 - right there is $1000 to the Beverly Family Foundation!

Thanks and good luck!

Showing the Live Laugh Love Collection

2007-10-08T21:40:00.000-07:00

If you want to see the blog entry that I published showing the Live Laugh Love Collection to my clients, you can view it here...
TEMPLATE BLOG ENTRY

If you are going to post your own images and want to do it like I did, here is the link to the jpeg to show the other colors of templates...just right click and save to your computer.

http://images.quickblogcast.com/59962-52638/variety.jpg

Here is the text I used if you want to copy and paste. (You will see that I showed examples of the boards and notecard on the entry with my pricing.)

One of the ways that photographers support Think Pink Photography is by offering the Live Laugh Love Collection - two storyboard styles and a folded notecard. These storyboards and notecards are available to any client that books a session with Tennille King Photography. When you purchase from the Live Laugh Love Collection, I will make a personal donation to Think Pink Photography.

To support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I am offering these products to any past client without charging a fee to upload your previous gallery and choose your images. If you are interested, simply send me an email at info@tennilleking.com and I will be glad to help!

Have questions, just ask!!

Introduce Think Pink to your clients

2007-10-08T21:37:00.001-07:00

This is what i posted on my blog (it also goes out in an email newsletter)...feel free to use this if you like...

**You can start out by mentioning a new organization you have joined...here are the details I posted.

Think Pink Photography was founded in October 2007 to support individuals and their families who have been touched by breast cancer. We are a non-profit organization that serves two main purposes - celebrating life and supporting the cause.

Through our photography network, we are helping breast cancer survivors and their supporters to celebrate life with charitable photography sessions.

Through donations and various fundraising efforts, all profits from Think Pink Photography will be donated to The Beverly Family Foundation. As a 3-time breast cancer survivor, Danielle Beverly and her husband Eric joined together to form a foundation dedicated to promoting education, increasing awareness, and providing support and resources for families who have been touched by breast cancer.

As Think Pink Photography grows, so will the opportunities for you to become involved and support this important cause. I encourage you to sign up for our newsletter (on the Think Pink website and Think Pink blog) and tell your friends and family about Think Pink Photography. Awareness is everything and we can't be successful without you.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, I encourage you to view our website, make a donation, or hire a photographer that supports Think Pink Photography! If you hire me, mention Think Pink and I will make a personal donation to the organization. And ask me about the Think Pink Collection for storyboards and notecards - I'll post samples on another blog. With a purchase, I will also make a personal donation!

www.thinkpinkphotography.org

Download Welcome Kit UPDATE

2007-10-08T21:10:00.000-07:00

I know some of you were asking about wording. You can use anything from the site, blog, welcome kit, etc. But I realized that the site is flash, and the welcome kit is a pdf. So I've put together an update to the Welcome Kit with some additional tools. These will be included in Welcome Kits for anyone that signs up after today.

Also, the banner.jpg was included in the Welcome Kit (it says Participating Photographer for your website or blog). But I am also including the regular logo in case you need it for promotional purposes.

http://www.thinkpinkphotography.org/WelcomeKitUpdate.zip

Welcome and THANK YOU!!

2007-10-05T09:05:00.000-07:00

I don't even know how to start thanking all of you. Within 5 days of opening the enrollment to our network, I've had 75 members join from 6 different countries!! What a fantastic start!!

I'm hoping this blog will be a place to announce and provide information to all of you. In addition, please post on these entries - questions or whatever. I'm here to help in any way I can, so please just communicate and give me feedback! It may help to post your questions here in case others have the same question or thought. But of course, you can always email me at info@thinkpinkphotography.org if needed.

You should have received your Welcome Packet information at this point. Please read through and let me know if you have any questions.

Also few things to point out:

DO NOT sign up for the newsletter on the Think Pink blog or website - you will receive both the mailings for the Photographer Network and the mailings the general public receives.
Please double check the Network listing - that was a lot to type and I'm sure I made mistakes. Please check the spelling of your information, the location, and that your link works properly. Email any changes to me rather than posting here please - will just help my workflow to have it all in one place.
I'm responding to emails quickly at this point, but my photography business is also very busy this month. I should be able to reply within a day, but if you don't hear from me after 3 days, you may want to contact me again in case the message wasn't received.

I can't thank you all enough - this REALLY isn't possible without you.

Tennille King