PPAM Photopalooza 2025
Scaling to Six Figures in a Small Studio: The Mindset & Business Blueprint
Cindy Ko
DATE: Monday, August 11, 2025
TIME: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
LOCATION: Cindy Ko Photography, 104 Mattapoisett Neck Rd. Mattapoisett
Transform Your Mindset, Pricing & Workflow to Build a Profitable Photography Business in a Small Space
Success isn’t about luck—it’s about developing the right habits, structuring your business for profitability, and mastering your craft within the space you have.
This one-day immersive workshop is designed for photographers who want to create a strong foundation for business growth, refine their pricing and sales strategy, and maximize their studio space.
We’ll start with the mindset shifts and daily habits that separate successful photographers from those who stay stuck. Then, we’ll dive into pricing for success, sales confidence, and business systems that streamline your workflow. Finally, we’ll put everything into action with a hands-on small studio shooting segment, complete with a live viewing and ordering process.
**No camera needed! I will be photographing one volunteer to demonstrate my process for working in a small space, guiding a client, and walking through the image selection and ordering experience.**
If you’d like to be considered as the volunteer, please email me at cindy@cindykophotography.com. I will randomly select one participant and will do a consultation with them beforehand. Must be willing to have hair and makeup ready.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Own Your Morning, Own Your Day:
• The power of mindset transformation—what you tell yourself, you become.
• How to start acting like the person you want to be for long-term success.
• The daily habits & morning routines that set high-performing photographers apart.
✅ Pricing for Success & Confident Sales:
• How to price yourself based on the income you want.
• Why selling isn’t pushy when your pricing is designed for your average sale.
• Strategies to build client trust and confidence before they even book.
✅ Streamlining Your Business with Smart Systems:
• How to create workflows that keep your business running smoothly.
• The right time to hire help (and whether it’s the right move for you).
• Simple automation & organization tips to free up your time for growth.
✅ Small Studio Shooting Mastery (Hands-On):
• How to shoot high-end portraits in a small space with minimal gear.
• Lighting, posing & composition strategies for creating variety in tight quarters.
• Live demo with a volunteer model—one participant will be photographed (must come hair & makeup ready).
✅ The Viewing & Ordering Process (Live Demo):
• How to walk clients through the sales process with confidence.
• A step-by-step breakdown of how to present and sell without pressure.
• Understanding your client’s needs to maximize their purchase.
Who This Workshop Is For:
✔ Photographers who want to hit six figures without needing a large studio.
✔ Business owners looking to refine pricing, workflow & sales strategy.
✔ Creatives ready to run their business with structure, confidence & ease.
✔ Anyone wanting to improve their small-space shooting skills & process.
Bio:Cindy is a portrait photographer based in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts, specializing in boudoir, personal branding, headshots, and family photography. Her work is centered on creating meaningful, confidence-building experiences for people from all walks of life—whether they’re celebrating themselves, their story, or their relationships.
Although she launched her photography business in 2016, Cindy’s love for capturing real connection and emotion started years earlier. Today, she continues to build a business rooted in authenticity and impact. When she’s not photographing, she enjoys traveling and exploring the world with her wife and their 9-year-old daughter.
Lunch:
Lunch Plan for the Workshop
I’ll be providing a salad bar with protein options, including:
Base: Mixed greens
Proteins: Grilled chicken, hard-boiled eggs
Toppings: A selection of fresh fruits & other salad add-ins
Dressing options will be available on the side.
If you’d prefer to bring your own lunch just let me know in advance so I can plan accordingly.
What to Bring: No camera needed! I’ll photograph a volunteer model to demo posing, shooting, and the full viewing and ordering process. Want to be the model? Email cindy@cindykophotography.com to be considered.
All PPA member attendees will receive 1 Merit.
PPA # Must be provided at time of registration.
Class limit: 8
DATE: August 11, 2025
Class Hours: 10:00 am– 4:30 pm
Payment must be made upon registration
Location: Cindy Ko Photography, 104 Mattapoisett Neck Rd. Mattapoisett