Early Morning Fog in Haslett, MI ©Ariniko Artistry 2015

Soon, very, very soon, winter will be over. The snow will melt, the birds will be singing and green things will begin to peep through the frozen earth. I've already noticed it is a little brighter when I wake up in the morning. Soon it will be spring photos and wedding season! Graduation and proms will be right around the corner.

Andrew graduation ©Ariniko Artistry 2015

I am working hard to make sure that when the first crack of spring air hits I'm ready to go. Part of that process is to make sure all my lists are created, my sites are updated and my business is ready to take on another year. I am really excited about this year! Each year that I am in business as a photographer I feel I get better and better at all the different aspects it takes to run a business. I am so ready to do this, again, this year, with you! Without you I cannot do what I do.

Pink in the Tulips ©Ariniko Artistry 2015

So this is where you come in.

I would love for you to take a few minutes and help me become more successful. To make sure I have all the right people on my newsletter list, please take a second and fill out this short form which allows me to email you with Ariniko Artistry information. I generally send out a newsletter quarterly. These newsletters have important information about my business, some added extras and usually a deal for that time frame. Without "opt-in" consent I really can't send this to you. So I want to make sure those that are on the list want to be and those that aren't currently on the list can get on it.

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Group Wedding Photos ©Ariniko Artistry 2015

Here's a second thing you can do to help me out: refer me to your friends and family. Send this blog to them and have them fill out the form. In the message area have them state you referred them. I have all kinds of specials that I offer for referrals. The more referrals you send me, the more bonuses you get! It's a win-win for all of us.

Little Toes ©Ariniko Artistry 2015

Another thing you could do is make sure you are following my Facebook professional page. Facebook can be kind of a bummer. It doesn't always play nice, but it is a great and easy way for a business to communicate with clients. Having this page liked won't guarantee you will see all my activities but it will help.

Mother & son wedding dance ©Ariniko Artistry 2015

Finally, and this is a big one, I could use a few more reviews on my Google+ page or my LinkedIn page. These referrals help me to draw in more organic searches. What that means is if someone Googles Lansing Photographers, Ariniko Artistry may bubble to the top. That is certainly not a promise but any positive feedback helps.

Family racing down the Sleeping Bear Dunes ©Ariniko Artistry 2015

Ok, now. What can I do for you? If there's any way I can help you let me know. Do you have a business and think we might be able to help each other out? Give me a call. Would you like to learn how to shoot better with your own camera? I could easily set up classes to help you out. Do you really want to finally get that family photograph? Let's make this year, the year you do that!

I hope you all have been well, warm and loved this winter.

Much love,
Ariniko