You have all been so helpful with doing our poll for the next workshop city! Seattle and Chicago have gone neck to neck the whole way. It’s kind of crazy and super fun!

Here’s what Brian and I are thinking…

First, we are TOTALLY coming to Chicago in November!!! (YEAH!!!!) We are working on the details now, but I’m looking at the first or second weekend of November 2008. In the next week or two, we’ll release an early bird special where you can save 20% if you sign up as an “early bird”! So stay tuned for that! We can’t wait to meet all you lovely Chicago women! (and eat Chicago pizza together!)

Next, our Seattle ladies! We are thinking we may be able to squeeze a second workshop in before the end of 2008 since it’s local. But our calendar is crazy, so we need your help. Below is a poll for those of you who voted for Seattle. Can you tell us which of the two dates you prefer the workshop to be? (and yep, we’ll release an Early Bird Special for you too!)

What dates for the Seattle Photography Workshop do you prefer?
( surveys)

We really want to come to Texas and Georgia! But I’m so unfamiliar with these two places and need your help! I figure we’re in good hands with southern hospitality! 🙂 If we planned on coming in 2009, what are the best months to visit Texas and Georgia? I don’t handle dry, hot weather very well (remember, I’m from the Northwest where we break out our shorts and call it a “sunny day” if it’s 65 degrees). 🙂

What would be the BEST month, weather wise, for a GEORGIA workshop? Below are possible months we may be able to make it work.

When is the BEST month in 2009 to do a GEORGIA photography workshop for women?
( polls)

Here’s the same poll for all you beautiful Texas women! We are thinking Ft. Worth as our location, so tell us what the best month is to come.

When is the BEST month in 2009 to do a TEXAS photography workshop for women?
( polls)

We are determined to make it out to Texas and Georgia! Your help help is greatly appreciated!

And fyi, we’ll be needing workshop hostesses for Chicago, Georgia and Texas! Email me if you’re interested (mera@fioria.us). Some of you have emailed already and I’ll try and narrow it down then give you a call for an informal interview (no stress :)). Our biggest desire is someone who is well connected with places to host the workshop, ideas for places to eat with a large group, places to do photo shoots, families they can invite to be our models, creative ideas to market the workshop and get the word out locally, and the biggest thing–someone who LOVES answering emails for attendees who will have questions. What else comes with the Workshop Diva Hostess role? Start by reading here!