Hey Y'all I'm Emily
- I am a big fan of a man named Jesus, the one who saved us all and set the example for how to walk on this earth together.
- I've become a creative entrepreneur since my world got rocked in 2016 after a car accident that completely changed the trajectory of my life plans and left me with a TBI.
- I am a photographer and mentor for some of the most inspiring humans around.
- I hit six figures in my first full time year of business, also happened to be during a pandemic, and want to teach other photographers how to do the same. P.S. I was 22 so it's possible for any age!
A little intro to your educator + Founder
I'VE ALSO HAD NUMEROUS PHOTOGRAPHERS ASk ME TO HOST A RETREAT OF MY OWN AND I'VE FELT CONVICTED TO DO SO FOR OVER A YEAR NOW. So happy to announce that it's finally here!
- I grew up playing sports, so leadership has always been in my blood. I love getting to grow teams and connect with people.
- There is nothing better than seeing your students get immediate results after workshops or mentorships when they put new tools / strategies into play.
- I have a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies of Business and Communication and want to use my knowledge to help grow other people's businesses.
- I have taught at Worthy Workshop, Live Rooted Workshop, and led over 20 shootouts with The Shootout Society. Every time I leave, I cry with the most full heart knowing each photographer is one step closer to their dream life.
Why I want to be your educator:
Photo by: Michelle Allen Photo
@ Shootout Society Zion Retreat
It's going to change lives. It's going to change hearts. It's going to build a community of like minded women AND men pursuing service and Christ. It's going to open our eyes up to more than what's in our tunnel view, but to the world happening around us. It's going to be catered to YOU!
The team will look different each time, but these two on your left will be there every time. Emily as your education and visionary, and Jessica as the BTS, assistant, coordinator and point of contact.
Every retreat will be 5 days, and 4 nights, full of education, styled shoots focused on authentic story telling, and one of the days we will be in the community learning about our surroundings and how we can help leave a positive impact. $5000 will be donated to the non-profit, church, organization, etc. we partner with for each retreat.
It's going to be different
The very first one day workshop I did CHANGED THE GAME FOR ME. & I know it can do the same for you.
These are wonderful for photographers wanting to get their feet wet but maybe aren't able to afford a full retreat yet. Or they want to get content in this specific place that doesn't JUST look like a styled shoot. Or you want to build a community and your portfolio. There will be in person learning, coffee, lunch, dinner and a full styled bridal shoot you can market towards an elopement couple. These will take place in EPIC adventurous locations. My goal is to get your brains thinking before you shoot. To connect you with the community of photographers + couples BEFORE you shoot with INTENTION. I will show you HOW to shoot all parts of a day and create spaces for every person to have 1:1 time with the couple.
It's more than a content day or styled shoot
Meet jess
Our Virtual Assistant leading up to retreats, one day workshops, and on site Personal Assistance for retreats!
Often times you will be chatting with her online for timelines, schedules, and details. Jess is the back end of operations for retreats and workshops so Emily can focus on teaching, being a visionary for each event, pour herself into all the students, and focus on the education side in the moment.
She also whips up a mad margarita, so you'll see her behind the bar and in the kitchen making sure everyone stays fed and happy throughout each event! Basically, she is our unicorn when it comes to tackling logistics and making sure everyone knows where to be and when.
• Where did Faithfully Stem from?
• What's the difference between a one day workshop and a retreat?
• How many days / nights will we be there for?
• Where will it take place?
• Is travel included?
• Who is it for?
• What do we bring?
• HOW MANY SHOOTS WILL THERE BE?
• How many attendees will be there?
• Will I get 1:1 help?
• What are we learning?
• What safety procedures are in place for COVID-19?
• Are there payment plans?
• Is my ticket refundable?
• What does the daily schedule look like?
• Will there be an online community?
Got Questions?
God.
In March of 2019, I miraculously made it on a study abroad trip to the Dominican Republic. On the plane ride there I prayed that God would reveal WHY He lined everything up for me to go.
I was sitting on a yacht, in awe of this experience, when I looked over to my left and saw a building that was run down, unfinished, and lost in a very touristy location. It didn't fit in, instead it stood out, but was so easily lost because nobody wanted to pay attention to it. In that exact moment I knew what He was showing me. He showed me that even in the beautiful places we get to go to as photographers, we have to also look for those broken spaces and give back.
My world changed when we built a house for a disabled man and gave him security.
My world changed when we were able to utilize our gifts to help give a Haitian community healthcare.
My world changed in 10 days and humbled me when I realized I was so privileged and could use that recognition to help lift other communities up, ESPECIALLY in the places I get to see with my job.
God showed me that hosting retreats can do that.
Bringing people together with one mission in mind can do that.
Teaching other photographers how to build their business and open their eyes to what is going on around us can do that.
Together we can all help make the world a better place. God revealed that a servant heart is more than just serving our own. clients, but local communities too.
WHERE DID FAITHFULLY STEM FROM?
RETREATS:
5 days and 4 nights
4+ shoots (both bridal and engagement)
8-14 attendees
3+ workshops
Work in a local community for a day
Transportation, lodging, breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks + drinks included
ONE DAY WORKSHOPS:
1 day
1 elopement styled shoot at an EPIC location + more
8-10 attendees
1 intensive workshop
Lunch, dinner + drinks included
More than a styled shoot because you'll spend the day building a community
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A ONE DAY WORKSHOP AND A RETREAT?
You are responsible for your own flights. The retreats will have a shuttle to take you to and from the airport and then to any shoots / working in the community when we are together.
The one day workshops do not provide transportation. We highly recommend carpooling with the group who you will be connected with upon purchasing a ticket.
IS TRAVEL INCLUDED?
Photographers, both women AND men of all levels, especially ones who want to break into the destination market. All shoots are designed for wedding and couple content. We believe there is always something to learn, even if you have been in the industry for a while or if you started yesterday. Investing in education and retreats always pays itself off if you implement the strategies taught.
WHO IS IT FOR?
It will be catered towards each group. We will send out a questionnaire before each event to see what topic the group would like to learn most.
TOPICS:
Diving into your WHY + branding
Social Media Marketing (Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest)
Taxes + Retirement
Editing
Blogging
How to use flash
CRM systems + workflows
Building a team
Importance of Vendor Relationships
Traveling for work
WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
We will base this off of each location. Attendees will need proof of vaccination in some countries, and others will not. Our goal is to make it a safe and comfortable space for all parties. High traffic touch spaces will frequently be wiped down and hand sanitizer will be available.
• WHAT SAFETY PROCEDURES ARE IN PLACE FOR COVID-19?
DAY ONE
Shuttle from airport
6pm - Attendees arrive
Welcome Dinner + Intros
+ Prayer + Expectations
DAY TWO
Breakfast
Workshop # 1
Shoot # 1
Lunch Break
Workshop #2
Shoot # 2
Dinner
DAY THREE
Breakfast
Workshop #3
Shoot #3
Lunch Break
Start 1:1 coaching with Emily
Shoot #4
Dinner
DAY FOUR
Breakfast
Community Day
Lunch Break
1:1 coaching with Emily
Editing
Dinner
DAY FIVE
Breakfast
Checkout + Head to Airport @ 10am
Cry because I already miss ya'll.
DAY ONE
Shuttle from airport
6pm - Attendees arrive
Welcome Dinner + Intros + Prayer + Expectations
DAY TWO
Breakfast
Workshop # 1
Shoot # 1
Lunch Break
Workshop #2
Shoot # 2
Dinner
DAY THREE
Breakfast
Workshop #3
Shoot #3
Lunch Break
Start 1:1 coaching with Emily
Shoot #4
Dinner
DAY FOUR
Breakfast
Community Day
Lunch Break
1:1 coaching with Emily
Editing
Dinner
DAY FIVE
Breakfast
Checkout + Head to Airport @ 10am
Cry because I already miss ya'll.
WHAT DOES THE DAILY SCHEDULE LOOK LIKE?
RETREATS
(subject to change)
Arrival + Intros
Workshop # 1
Lunch
Q&A
Shoot
Dinner
ONE DAY WORKSHOPS
