Do maternity or newborn inquiries pop up occasionally—and leave you wondering how to approach them with confidence? Maybe these sessions aren’t your main focus (yet), but you want to feel prepared when they come your way. This evening session with Tracie is designed for photographers who want a clear, supportive framework for attracting, serving, and retaining maternity and newborn clients—even if these sessions aren’t a regular part of your business.
We’ll talk through how to respond to inquiries, set expectations, create a thoughtful client experience, and build trust in a way that naturally leads to repeat and referral business (and yes—these concepts can be applied to any type of session or client). The class will wrap up with an open, "Ask Me Anything" discussion—an honest, no-gatekeeping space to ask real questions about pricing, communication, confidence, and what to do when maternity or newborn inquiries land in your inbox.
This is a precursor to tomorrow's Merit Class and a great opportunity to hear from one of the industry leaders.
Register early. Space is limited. Attendees must register and pay in advance. No refunds or onsite registration.
ABOUT TRACIE MAGLOSKY-POLLARD:
Tracie is an award-winning maternity and newborn photographer, educator, and mentor who is passionate about helping photographers move from feeling invisible to becoming confident, in-demand experts in their craft.
Her work is rooted in the belief that successful maternity and newborn photography begins long before the camera comes out—with thoughtful business foundations, calm leadership during sessions, and a deep respect for the vulnerability of new and expecting parents. What started as a love for storytelling and connection has grown into a multiple six-figure portrait studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, built on trust, elevated client experience, and timeless imagery.
Tracie is known for her ability to create peaceful newborn sessions, guide mothers into confidence, and design experiences that feel both supportive and refined. Through her teaching, she empowers photographers to strengthen their business structure, refine their maternity and newborn techniques, and edit with both creativity and compassion—skills that directly translate into stronger client relationships and sustainable growth.
Tracie is a Miller ’s Speaker Team member, with work featured in leading industry publications including Professional Photographer, Shutterbug, Rangefinder, Digital Photo Pro, Click, and more. She has been honored to speak on major industry stages such as Imaging USA, PhotoPlus Expo, WPPI, ClickCon, and ClickAway.
Her teaching style is equal parts entertaining, practical, and inspiring, and her goal is simple: to help photographers feel confident, capable, and fully supported—both behind the camera and in the businesses they ’re building.
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 - 6:00 pm
Making Food Look Delicious: Lighting, Composition, and Intentional Choices
This class explores what makes food photography truly appetizing, focusing on the core elements that shape a strong image: light, composition, styling, and color. Rather than relying on complex setups or fleeting trends, we’ll break down how intentional lighting, thoughtful angles, carefully chosen props, and a controlled color palette work together to highlight texture, freshness, and realism.
Designed for photographers at any stage, the session emphasizes learning how to see food—understanding why certain images feel inviting while others fall flat. Through practical examples and guided discussion, attendees will gain a clearer, more repeatable approach to prop selection, food styling, color harmony, and light control, helping them create food photographs that feel natural, believable, and visually compelling.
Register early as space is limited.
Members are free. Guests must register and pay in advance. Register early for a discount. No refunds or onsite registration.
Jena Lowmaster
Jena is a food and commercial photographer whose work focuses on creating natural, appetizing images through intentional lighting, thoughtful composition, and restrained styling. Her approach emphasizes realism, texture, and color harmony—allowing food to feel inviting and believable rather than overly styled.
With experience photographing for brands, restaurants, and editorial-style projects, Jena’s work is rooted in a simple philosophy: strong images come from clear visual choices. By using light, props, color, and composition with purpose, she creates food photography that feels polished, cohesive, and timeless.
Everyone is invited for a pre class meetup -
Time: 4:30pm
Location: Mt Chalet
Address: 32955 Woodward Avenue, Royal Oak, Michigan 48073
