DESTINATIONS

SSG + Brooke Daniels

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wo friends with crazy big ideas!  Our first destination was born from a love of New York City.  Bright lights, big city, high fashion, and so much more.

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Brooke and I want to share our love of travel and fashion with the senior industry. Each year we pick a jaw dropping destination and Brooke styles our models in looks that not only compliment the area but are over the top amazing.  Each destination is limited to a small group of photographers so we can all bond and explore the city or island together and this guarantees you have exclusive images!

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an experience you will never forget

Jumpstart your portfolio with images no one else will have in your market.  This is more than a shootout.  This is an intensive hands on learning event.  You will learn styling, posing, including how to pose groups.  You will learn how to plan and implement your own destination sessions and have the opportunity to ask Vickie and Brooke anything you want along the way!

destination event with us is something you will be talking about for a long time!  

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grateful

“Brooke and Vickie completely blew my mind with their wealth of knowledge they possessed. On top of that, just how well organized they both were in hosting this event. They are as talented as they are genuine. To be open books about their own businesses, which after attending a few workshops, I couldn’t be more grateful. They truly had our best interest at heart and made sure that during our shoot, we had gotten our own shots for each model and provided some key posing techniques that I continue to use in my client sessions today. They gave each of us time to ask questions, allowed us to share our thoughts and helped us with questions pertaining to our businesses. 

The SSG Destination workshop has been one of the best investments I’ve made to my business. I highly recommend this workshop to anyone even remotely thinking about it!” -Thomas N.

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best investment

“If you are considering spending your hard earned money on a shootout….ANY destination shootout put on by SSG would be the the absolute BEST investment you could make. The attention to detail in styling was OUT OF THIS WORLD and the instruction given on posing, using your environment and how to truly ROCK destinations shoots on your own was just absolutely STELLAR. I have used and applied the things I learned at the SSG shootout to better my business. The attention and sweetness (of both Brooke Daniels and Vickie Black) to each attendee was something that you don’t get at most shootouts. They both truly genuinely cared that you were getting AMAZING shots and if by chance you didn’t get the one you wanted they waited until you were satisfied. I’m waiting on the edge of my seat to see where the NEXT shootout will be because you bet your bottom dollar I want to be there. I loved every minute and it was worth every.single.penny.” 
-Katie M.

Best 2 days spent

“I’m a NC photography that has spent the last 5 years specializing in lifestyle and action photography. A year ago, I decided to take a leap into senior photography. I had been following Senior Style Guide for a while and saw that they were announcing their first ever destination workshop. I was so excited when I was able to land one of the 12 coveted spots to their NYC workshop in June. In NYC, at the meet prior to the workshop, I felt a little out of place being the newbie to senior photography surrounded by industry leading professionals. It was the best 2 days that I have experienced as a photographer. No one cared how long you had been in the industry or how much experience that you have. It was like one big group of friends getting together and learning from the very best senior photographers from all over the nation. We traveled around to all of the great NYC locations shooting fabulously, beautiful models in amazing outfits. We laughed, had fun and danced in the rain. I left that workshop with hundreds of incredible photos, new skills and ideas on taking my business to the next level of senior photography and life-long friends. This has been an in-valuable experience. I can’t wait until the next workshop.” – Rachel W

a photographers dream come true

“So where do I even begin? This was the epitome of a photographers dream come true! A small yet overly talented group of photographers who got together and all had a wonderful LEARNING experience! I took away so much from this experience! Brooke Daniels is amazing! Brooke is Down to earth and laid back. Brooke answered all my questions while we walked and while we shot. If she couldn’t talk right then she did not forget to come back and address my questions at all. I learned so much from simply watching her. It was everyone helping each other, amazing friendships made for a lifetime. I walked away with a best friend who I can text or talk to at anytime of the day! My new parter in crime 12 hours away! Vickie was amazing and did everything in her power to ensure the ten of us had optimal imaging time and that we were not all shooting the same things! I loved that. There was not a war. It was fair and it also encouraged us to learn even more from watching one another! What a confidence booster! Life changing photography experience and quite honestly this small group was just the right size. In my opinion the only way you want to attend a workshop! -Jennifer D.


EVERY DETAIL METICULOUSLY TAKEN CARE OF

The NYC Destination Session was beyond FABULOUS! From the moment I arrived to the moment I left, every detail meticulously taken care of. Vickie & Brooke did a wonderful job with the models, styling and locations. Everything was very well thought out and planned. Brooke shared with us her extensive knowledge and experience with styled shoots & was more than willing to share her expertise with any questions we had. Vickie made sure we were happy and well cared for each step of the way. We didn’t let a little rain get in our way and stayed out until the wee hours of the night shooting in Times Square. The photographers I met will now always be friends.

When I left New York City, I knew that I could come back at anytime with a client and provide a wonderful experience. That is invaluable. Thanks Vickie & Brooke, you both ROCK my world!” -Katie H.FABULOUS! From the moment I arrived to the moment I left, every detail meticulously taken care of. Vickie & Brooke did a wonderful job with the models, styling and locations. Everything was very well thought out and planned. Brooke shared with us her extensive knowledge and experience with styled shoots & was more than willing to share her expertise with any questions we had. Vickie made sure we were happy and well cared for each step of the way. We didn’t let a little rain get in our way and stayed out until the wee hours of the night shooting in Times Square. The photographers I met will now always be friends.

When I left New York City, I knew that I could come back at anytime with a client and provide a wonderful experience. That is invaluable. Thanks Vickie & Brooke, you both ROCK my world!” -Katie H.

perfection

In a word "Perfection!" Vickie and Brooke pour their heart and soul in to their destination shoots and it shows! No detail is overlooked from the pre-shoot meet and greet, to the unique locales... and can we talk about the styling!? Out of this world! Vickie and Brooke go out of their way to assure all attendees have the time of their lives.  So what are you waiting for?! 
-Seniors Inc Photography

in a word - fabulous

Isle of Palms was my second time attending a SSG Destinations event, and like before, Vickie and Brooke did not disappoint! I cannot overstate the effort that these two put into researching original, inventive locales, recruiting awesome talent, and coming up with incredible and varied styling. In a word— fabulous! The attention to detail, the attendee to model ratio, the on-location makeup artists, the endless and varied looks created… all of these add up to a workshop experience that is second to none. I don’t know where the next SSG Destination might be, but I know that it is the NEXT workshop I will be attending! 
-Carrie Anne Photography

not a detail spared

Attending the Senior Style Guide Destination Shoot at Isle of Palms in South Carolina was a whole new experience for me. 
I have attended countless conferences and a number of workshops; but I had never attended a completely styled model shootout (by someone other than myself), in a unique setting that forces me out of my comfort zone and was simply created to have fun, learn from each other and shoot for ourselves.  
Don't get me wrong, I was so nervous! Being amongst some of the top names in the senior photography industry can be a little daunting. However, I felt incredibly welcomed and never once felt an less talented than the others. Their was so many fun memories made that I can't imagine not making this as a regular item added to my annual schedule. 
The styling concepts were amazeballs! I mean, there was not a detail spared....it was incredible to see it all unfold before my eyes. Although this was a "shootout", there were many times that Vickie and Brooke were on hand to help with a pose that might have needed a bit of help (ha! ha!). I can't thank Vickie and Brooke enough for making such a fun opportunity available. I highly recommend this opportunity for anyone that needs to refresh and revive or just simply needs a reason to shoot! It was well worth it....Until next time, 
-Nikki Guest (Nikki Guest Photography, Katy, Texas). 

a mini getaway

I could say a million words filled with kind thoughts and brag for hours about what an awesome combo Brooke Daniels and Vickie Black are. They give 100% to these events and it was obvious from the start. I was absolutely blown away by the organization and the perfectly coordinated logistics of the SSG Destination at the Isle of Palms. From the beginning stages of communication to the final days of wrapping up the adventure they went above and beyond to exceed my expectations.  
From the choice of location to the shooting spots and all of the amazing styling each itinerary item went off seamlessly. I learned a lot about the things that I needed to and I also felt that both of these women paid particular attention to making sure that each person got what they came for. I also want to include a note on the sponsors, they take good care of you and they often participate in the event as well. The whole adventure was awesome and I left feeling like I gained a wealth of knowledge, absolutely fantastic portfolio building shots, and I bunch of new friends. I would say, if you are looking for a Destination learning experience-there is no other like this.

-Shana Brumley

a mini getaway

SSG Destinations never disappoint! I have been to NYC and the Isle of Palms with Vickie and Brooke. The locations themselves are amazing, but the styling and models that Brooke & Vickie bring along are always STELLAR. I am always impressed by the attention to detail, the hair and makeup artistry, and the ideas that Brooke shares. These destinations provide a mini-getaway for me and fuel my creative soul. 
-Megan Bryant

the perfect event


SSG Charleston was hands down the best shoot out that I have ever attended. The 3 locations chosen for this event were perfect and diverse: the charm of Historical Charleston, an 84 foot Schooner yacht, and the Isle of Palms beach front.
What also was perfect was the styling of Brooke Daniels. I loved that I could shoot one model or grab a group of models and their looks blended seamlessly at each location. The uniqueness of Brooke's ideas, photographing Boho Pirates or a high end nautical theme, was unparalleled to any other event that I have attended. Also the high model ratio to photographer was incredible and allowed for us to shoot models the entire day without waiting or sharing! 
What I learned about styling has truly helped me to step up my game and elevate my business. If you would like to learn about collaborating with a boutique, styling, or just update your portfolio or maybe you just need some inspiration for this years senior class, Senior Style Guide Destination is the Perfect event.
-Michelle Ivy

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Brooke and I look forward to seeing you at our next destination event.  If you have any questions, please email us using the form below or contact Vickie at 765.653.7729.  

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